Quad Exhaust on C32
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 830
Likes: 1
From: New Hampshire
2003 C32 AMG, 2003 E39 M5
Quad Exhaust on C32
How hard is it to put quad exhaust on a 2003 C32? If it can be done are the other two outlets dummies or do the have flow? If anyone has pics this would be great.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 1,513
Likes: 0
C32 AMG
My view on it is that it's excess weight without any performance enhancement. If all you're looking for is the "look" then why add all the plumbing weight needed to make actual exhaust come out? Just graft fake tips on the right. Pontiac did it through most of the 1980s!
I'm a performance purist and I think some day we'll laugh at the multitude of exhaust tips that we're putting on cars today, like we laugh at tail fins from the 1960s. How long before we see the first dual-triple setup? Vrooooom.
Super Member
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 925
Likes: 2
From: Maine
Not an AMG :(
My view on it is that it's excess weight without any performance enhancement. If all you're looking for is the "look" then why add all the plumbing weight needed to make actual exhaust come out? Just graft fake tips on the right. Pontiac did it through most of the 1980s!
I think somebody on this forum just did that a few months ago, right???
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 830
Likes: 1
From: New Hampshire
2003 C32 AMG, 2003 E39 M5
It would just be for looks. If I have to mess with the spare tire well then I will leave it as is. Good point on the extra weight.
Depends on how you want to do it. I think there's a clunky system that runs a pipe from the rear muffler over to the other side. Someone here adapted a C55 exhaust which runs all the way from the catalytic converter. I think it required some modification of the spare tire well.
My view on it is that it's excess weight without any performance enhancement. If all you're looking for is the "look" then why add all the plumbing weight needed to make actual exhaust come out? Just graft fake tips on the right. Pontiac did it through most of the 1980s!
I'm a performance purist and I think some day we'll laugh at the multitude of exhaust tips that we're putting on cars today, like we laugh at tail fins from the 1960s. How long before we see the first dual-triple setup? Vrooooom.
My view on it is that it's excess weight without any performance enhancement. If all you're looking for is the "look" then why add all the plumbing weight needed to make actual exhaust come out? Just graft fake tips on the right. Pontiac did it through most of the 1980s!
I'm a performance purist and I think some day we'll laugh at the multitude of exhaust tips that we're putting on cars today, like we laugh at tail fins from the 1960s. How long before we see the first dual-triple setup? Vrooooom.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 1,513
Likes: 0
C32 AMG
These days, even V-configuration engines have their exhaust systems merge or at least cross-over at some point. From that point to the rear bumper, there's no reason for dual exhausts other than looks.
Bud4ya: Now that you're into the C32, one thing you will notice is the multitude of C230 Sport editions that look EXACTLY like your car. Benz whored out the AMG styling right down to the exhaust tips. No doubt, it helped them sell a lot of C-class cars.
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 830
Likes: 1
From: New Hampshire
2003 C32 AMG, 2003 E39 M5
The most imporant part is missing on the C230 though the engine 
I cannot wait to beat it around the roads today and see what it really has.
I cannot wait to beat it around the roads today and see what it really has.We have an Audi TT as a weekend car, and it cracks me up that it has a dual exhaust setup. It is a FOUR CYLINDER ENGINE!!! One exhaust manifold dumping into one pipe. It is ridiculous that they would then split the single exhaust into two solely for the appearance of performance.
These days, even V-configuration engines have their exhaust systems merge or at least cross-over at some point. From that point to the rear bumper, there's no reason for dual exhausts other than looks.
Bud4ya: Now that you're into the C32, one thing you will notice is the multitude of C230 Sport editions that look EXACTLY like your car. Benz whored out the AMG styling right down to the exhaust tips. No doubt, it helped them sell a lot of C-class cars.
These days, even V-configuration engines have their exhaust systems merge or at least cross-over at some point. From that point to the rear bumper, there's no reason for dual exhausts other than looks.
Bud4ya: Now that you're into the C32, one thing you will notice is the multitude of C230 Sport editions that look EXACTLY like your car. Benz whored out the AMG styling right down to the exhaust tips. No doubt, it helped them sell a lot of C-class cars.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 1,513
Likes: 0
C32 AMG
One tip. When the roads are DRY, I always turn off the traction control (dashboard button). You'll find the system can really impair acceleration. I only leave it on when it rains. With the t/c off, you do have to worry about lighting up the tires. I don't know where you live, but in my area, the cooler weather is kicking in, and supercharged/intercooled engines LOVE cool air.
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,239
Likes: 1
From: San Jose, CA
ML63
I swapped my c32 exhaust for a C55 exhaust.. It is almost a direct bolt on except that you will need to swap your spare wheel tub with one from a C55. I did a write up with pictures.
I did this for the sound and the look. I really didn't care about the extra 20lbs max difference in weight as I never tracked the car and .01 of a second 1/4 mile means zero to me..
Here is a link:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...al+exhaust+c55
I did this for the sound and the look. I really didn't care about the extra 20lbs max difference in weight as I never tracked the car and .01 of a second 1/4 mile means zero to me..
Here is a link:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...al+exhaust+c55
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 1,614
Likes: 2
From: sf
Merc power
I swapped my c32 exhaust for a C55 exhaust.. It is almost a direct bolt on except that you will need to swap your spare wheel tub with one from a C55. I did a write up with pictures.
I did this for the sound and the look. I really didn't care about the extra 20lbs max difference in weight as I never tracked the car and .01 of a second 1/4 mile means zero to me..
Here is a link:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...al+exhaust+c55
I did this for the sound and the look. I really didn't care about the extra 20lbs max difference in weight as I never tracked the car and .01 of a second 1/4 mile means zero to me..
Here is a link:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...al+exhaust+c55
.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,239
Likes: 1
From: San Jose, CA
ML63
