2nd Gen R56 Cooper S Exhaust options for 2011 Cooper S

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  1. MINIPucker

    MINIPucker New Member
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    I've been searching some of the various online MINI aftermarket dealers trying to locate a good quality exhaust that will fit a 2011 MINI Cooper S. It doesn't need to be real loud but would like to have some increased tone but don't want anything overly aggressive.

    Anyone have any recommendations?
     
  2. Mononoke

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    The Akrapovic systems look to be good quality and aren't too loud imo.
     
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    Love the Milltek on my 2011..

    Kent
     
  4. MINIPucker

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    Where did you get the Miltek from?
     
  5. MINIPucker

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    Have never heard of them. Any links to where it can be purchased or for more info?
     
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  7. SMOG

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    Do you get a droning sound around 2500 rpm? (60-65mph).

    I do.
     
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    There is no differences in the 2011 that prevent any of the exhausts that fit any other R56 from fitting them.
    Here are the ones we have avail
    Exhaust - Way Motor Works

    We keep most in stock, the Akrapovic is the top of the line. I've put two of these on 2011+ MINI's
     
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    Got it from Way Motor Works. Way gets lots of my money and I get great mods and trusted advice.

    Kent
     
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    Haven't noticed that with mine. Pulling hard the exhaust makes more noise...like in crossing mountain passes, but really I don't think the interior db's are that much higher than stock. I wouldn't go back......

    No question the system may be too loud for some and more likely, too quiet for others. I read lots of reviews between the lines...

    Sorry for going on here and I'm sorry you have a drone issue. I'd be sorely disappointed..

    Kent
     
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    #13 SMOG, Apr 17, 2012
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    I will put the Milltek back on once I insulate the MINI with Dynamat. The fit of the Milltek was poor in my estimation so I made it straight, just like the OEM and welded the whole rig up into a single pipe like OEM.

    Here is a Link I generated to my site explaining this situation a bit better.
    Milltek Exhaust
     
  13. Jason Montague

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    :cornut: Yeah, a good system is 50% of the story and good professional installation is the other 50%. We have Miniacs around here that can do an excellent install but me, being mechanically challenged and with no tools to speak of, I go to a pro or to a Metroplex Mini/Mini of Dallas DIY day.:Thumbsup:

    Jason
     
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    #15 SMOG, Apr 18, 2012
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    Whatever exhaust you choose look closely at your OEM exhaust first and see if it is straight through or has side to side offsets in it between the front and rear hanger. My OEM was straight as an arrow as far as side to side deviation from the first hanger all the way through the muffler. After having the Milltek modified it too is straight through.
     
  15. MINIPucker

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    Right now I am leaning toward the Invidia exhaust. Several have said its nice and the price also helps.
     
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    If you decide to go with this exhaust system, please do update us with your findings. I must admit that the pricing is attractive.
     
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    Wonder what ever happened to this update.
     
  18. SMOG

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    I can say that the Milltek has mellowed a bit with age, but I still need to insulate the MINI for sound deadening.

    I do however like the throttle response with the exhaust and the FMIC!!
     

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