E60, E61 Parts, Accessories and Mods Discussion about both stock and aftermarket parts for the E60. Accessories and modifications too!

$3000 for upgrades please advise

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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 06:32 AM
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I have a 2005 545i and I looking to upgrade to get some better performance. I have about $3000 to start with, but I don't know where to start. I am ok with the handling for now, I am looking for some more speed.
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 06:55 AM
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performance exhaust (less restrictive..poss without the cats, or sports cats)
k&n air filter, then a remap........................yippie.
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 07:17 AM
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Nice! $3K for mods... lucky you! Just wait.. you'll get some PMs from our Vendors soon on how to spend your money
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 08:15 AM
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ecu remap and coilover suspension maybe!
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 545insc' post='719022' date='Nov 12 2008, 10:32 AM
I have a 2005 545i and I looking to upgrade to get some better performance. I have about $3000 to start with, but I don't know where to start. I am ok with the handling for now, I am looking for some more speed.

By more speed I assume you mean better acceleration

Lightweight wheels and non run flat tires

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Dinan software, exhaust and cold air intake
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 09:29 AM
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I would start out with an exhaust like the Eisenmann Sport or Eisenmann Race.

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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by BMWRINO' post='719056' date='Nov 12 2008, 05:17 PM
Nice! $3K for mods... lucky you! Just wait.. you'll get some PMs from our Vendors soon on how to spend your money
Hihiui Yeah every e60 driver muss have it


http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=56873
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 10:31 AM
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Before you pick up an exhaust system, try to hear a few in person. Sound makes a huge difference in terms of daily driving enjoyment, so you want to make sure you get that aspect right.
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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K&N, RPI sccops, ECU tune/remap, exhaust and still money enough to spare for cosmetics looks.
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Old Nov 12, 2008 | 10:51 AM
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