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      04-18-2016, 11:30 AM   #1
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Wanted to share this as this is absolutely amazing that they managed to put a custom Akrapovic exhaust on an i8. The sound is gorgeous and like a super sportscar.

For sure it will have a lot of people that are sceptical but when you compare this with the looks of the crappy standard exhaust I go for it.

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      04-18-2016, 12:22 PM   #2
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Awesome. I want that!
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      04-18-2016, 01:19 PM   #3
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sound clip NOW!!!
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      04-18-2016, 01:19 PM   #4
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      04-18-2016, 01:24 PM   #5
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Here is the story behind it and soundclip
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      04-18-2016, 01:44 PM   #6
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What is the HP gain, if any?

Do the exhaust pipes affect aerodynamics? I ask because the entire bottom of the car appears to be exquisitely designed and smooth.
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      04-18-2016, 02:40 PM   #7
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It sounds....terrible. Sorry, but I won't be buying this. It reminds me of much cheaper brands, a Civic perhaps. But with what engine the sound is coming from, are you surprised?
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      04-18-2016, 02:53 PM   #8
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If you would hear it in real while it drives by or accelerate you would talk different trust me.
I have a 458 and an M6 GC and the sound of the i8 with the Akrapovic is just unbelievable good but hey anyone can have is own opinion.

No HP gain at all and exhausts are same height as underbody so don't think it affect aerodynamic.

Anyway I don't care it looks stunning and I think a lot of people will love this on their i8.
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      04-18-2016, 03:06 PM   #9
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I would have to hear it in person I suppose, or at least in acceleration.
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      04-19-2016, 08:29 AM   #11
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It's awesome to see aftermarket guys tinkering with the i8.
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      04-19-2016, 11:24 AM   #13
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It's 4900 euros all included so 3875 pounds and 3 days work to finish the installation
Not sure if you can get it outside Belgium as it's fully custom made and adapted and not available (yet) through Akrapovic.
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not my cup of tea. sounds meek, and as Sharpie12 said, like a civic. Also that rear wing has to go. OMG...it's a high school kid added it on to his new JDM. Does not go at all. I am all for aftermarket enhancements but this one isn't for me.
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Not my cup of chai either.
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It's 4900 euros all included so 3875 pounds and 3 days work to finish the installation
Not sure if you can get it outside Belgium as it's fully custom made and adapted and not available (yet) through Akrapovic.
Rediculous money for an exhaust
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Hmmm. No thanks. I want noise & raw power sound i'll drive my noise raw power car lol. This looks nice though but..thats about it. Maybe on a future more powerful i8 yes..this one? No. Looks like you have to cut for room for it as well & if you plan to leave it on might also hurt re-sell value as most ppl buying an i8 do not want more sound or anything like that one it lol.
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For people looking for another exhaust option, I know Turner motorsports has a custom titanium one from ARQRAY. Sounds really good!

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For people looking for another exhaust option, I know Turner motorsports has a custom titanium one from ARQRAY. Sounds really good!

I always thought Turner's option sounded terrible.
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So is this made by Akra, or are you just using AKrapovic tips on a custom made muffler
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not my cup of tea. sounds meek, and as Sharpie12 said, like a civic. Also that rear wing has to go. OMG...it's a high school kid added it on to his new JDM. Does not go at all. I am all for aftermarket enhancements but this one isn't for me.
The poor i8

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For people looking for another exhaust option, I know Turner motorsports has a custom titanium one from ARQRAY. Sounds really good!
Still sounds like a civic lawnmower.
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Looks great!!! Sounds terrible. :-/
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