aFe Z4 Downpipes - New 2009 2010 BMW Z4

ModBargains IV · 11-09-2011, 12:58 PM

Hi Zpost,

I've been talking with our rep over at aFe about bringing some downpipes to the Z4 community for a while now and I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

I just received word that they are having a meeting today about manufacturing Z4 downpipes. This is great news for the Z4 community!

This meeting is to assess the market and discuss plans on whether to go through with this or not, so it does not necessarily guarantee any downpipes. But I'm confident aFe will bring downpipes to the community as we have a very close relationship with aFe and they rely on us to relay our BMW customer's wants & needs.

I'll keep my eyes & ears open to keep you updated on aFe's progress on the downpipes. Also, feel free to address any concerns, voice any opinions, and ask questions - I'll be checking periodically and I'll try my best to help you guys out.

-Frank

Constant.S · 11-09-2011, 01:42 PM

Good news, let us know about the outcome.

Alpha_Zulu · 11-09-2011, 10:42 PM

For the love of god please make us some downpipes. And while you're at it, an upgraded intercooler.

entrepreneur177 · 11-09-2011, 10:56 PM

Finally! I wonder if it costs that much to add new design in their manufacturing process. They obviously have some hungry for downpipes potential customers.

ModBargains IV · 11-10-2011, 12:54 PM

UPDATE 11/10/11:

Meeting has been moved to Monday.

Also I added in a poll - vote away!

-Frank

zzz36 · 11-10-2011, 12:57 PM

Man, I hope this works out. Finding downpipes are harder then obtaining Krytonite. I'm ready to buy whatever lol, coated, black white grey antything.

ModBargains IV · 11-10-2011, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zzz36

Man, I hope this works out. Finding downpipes are harder then obtaining Krytonite. I'm ready to buy whatever lol, coated, black white grey antything.

Hahaha I agree!

By the way, is there anyone in socal that is willing to loan aFe their Z4 for product development?

-Frank

entrepreneur177 · 11-13-2011, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by **********s IV

Hahaha I agree!

By the way, is there anyone in socal that is willing to loan aFe their Z4 for product development?

-Frank

Depending on the timeframe. How long will they need car for?

BMWM3 · 11-14-2011, 01:00 AM

come one entrepreneur177 be an entrepreneur!

ModBargains IV · 11-14-2011, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by entrepreneur177

Depending on the timeframe. How long will they need car for?

I'm not 100% sure. But I know when they used my car for the N54 downpipes, they borrowed it for about 3 days for one week and 2 days for another week to double check everything.

But it's definitely worth it, they either usually hook it up with a free set of downpipes or discounted one.

-Frank

entrepreneur177 · 11-15-2011, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by **********s IV

I'm not 100% sure. But I know when they used my car for the N54 downpipes, they borrowed it for about 3 days for one week and 2 days for another week to double check everything.

But it's definitely worth it, they either usually hook it up with a free set of downpipes or discounted one.

-Frank

Well, in case if it takes just couple of days I can donate my car. If I get them free

ModBargains IV · 11-15-2011, 02:20 PM

UPDATE 11/15/11:

*Found a ZPOST member willing to loan car
*AFE is going to be in contact with the ZPOST member soon
*AFE has a lot projects going into 2012, and they will try to fit in the Z4 Downpipes project.

ModBargains IV · 11-18-2011, 03:58 PM

UPDATE 11/18/11:

Our aFe rep came down today to visit and here's what I found out:

1. Z4 Downpipes are definitely good to go
2. aFe is currently in the process of expanding and is moving their R&D department into a new buildling so this may delay any production of downpipes until February.

ModBargains IV · 11-21-2011, 03:13 PM

UPDATE 11/21/11:

Our AFE Rep has confirmed the following projects:
1. Z4 N54 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE
2. Z4 N55 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE
3. Z4 M52(nonturbo) - INTAKE, EXHAUST

If you have any of these vehicles that you can loan, send me a PM. In return, AFE is giving you a free unit once they are produced.

-Frank

Alpha_Zulu · 11-21-2011, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by **********s IV

UPDATE 11/21/11:

Our AFE Rep has confirmed the following projects:
1. Z4 N54 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE
2. Z4 N55 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE
3. Z4 M52(nonturbo) - INTAKE, EXHAUST

If you have any of these vehicles that you can loan, send me a PM. In return, AFE is giving you a free unit once they are produced.

-Frank

Too bad I live in Florida, otherwise I'd donate mine

Edit- I know it's a bit early to ask. But about how much do you reckon the downpipes for the Z4 N54 would cost?

STOOF · 11-21-2011, 11:01 PM

Guestimated price on these DPs?

z4ps · 11-22-2011, 12:58 AM

Nice and very excited!

-Paul

ModBargains IV · 11-22-2011, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STOOF

Guestimated price on these DPs?

Not sure on pricing - It's way too early to guesstimate. However, I do know that aFe will release at a very competitive pricing. I assume that the pricing can't be too far off than the N54 downpipes price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by z4ps

Nice and very excited!

-Paul

I know, I'm excited too!

shashi27 · 11-22-2011, 11:17 PM

Wish you guys were in NJ. I broke my leg the other day. Car will be idle for awhile..bummer. Will take a set when they are done though!

ModBargains IV · 11-23-2011, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shashi27

Wish you guys were in NJ. I broke my leg the other day. Car will be idle for awhile..bummer. Will take a set when they are done though!

Oh that's not good - wish you a speedy recovery! As soon as they are released I'll contact you with pricing!

ModBargains IV · 12-19-2011, 01:15 PM

Update 12/19/11 -

*AFE has found two forum members that will loan their cars to AFE for R&D
*AFE is planning to get started on the E89 Z4 product development in January.

shashi27 · 12-31-2011, 07:19 PM

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!

View Poll Results: What configuration would you get if you purchased aFe downpipes?
aFe Catless Downpipes	8	42.11%
aFe Catted Downpipes	1	5.26%
aFe Catless Ceramic Coated Downpipes	6	31.58%
aFe Catted Ceramic Coated Downpipes	4	21.05%
Voters: 19. You may not vote on this poll

11-09-2011, 12:58 PM	#1
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	aFe Z4 Downpipes Hi Zpost, I've been talking with our rep over at aFe about bringing some downpipes to the Z4 community for a while now and I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. I just received word that they are having a meeting today about manufacturing Z4 downpipes. This is great news for the Z4 community! This meeting is to assess the market and discuss plans on whether to go through with this or not, so it does not necessarily guarantee any downpipes. But I'm confident aFe will bring downpipes to the community as we have a very close relationship with aFe and they rely on us to relay our BMW customer's wants & needs. I'll keep my eyes & ears open to keep you updated on aFe's progress on the downpipes. Also, feel free to address any concerns, voice any opinions, and ask questions - I'll be checking periodically and I'll try my best to help you guys out. -Frank
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11-09-2011, 01:42 PM	#2
Constant.S Resistance is futile... Drives: BMW Z4 E89(N54) Porsche 997 4S Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Greece/Canada Posts: 507 iTrader: (0)	Good news, let us know about the outcome. __________________ An ounce of performance is worth pounds of promises.

11-15-2011, 02:20 PM	#12
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	UPDATE 11/15/11: Found a ZPOST member willing to loan car AFE is going to be in contact with the ZPOST member soon AFE has a lot projects going into 2012, and they will try to fit in the Z4 Downpipes project. Last edited by ModBargains IV; 11-15-2011 at 07:21 PM.*

11-21-2011, 11:01 PM	#16
STOOF Lieutenant Drives: '13 535i 6MT Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 564 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2013 BMW 535i [0.00]	Guestimated price on these DPs? __________________ 2013 535i 6MT ///MSport - Alpine White/Cinnamon Brown 2011 Z4 - Retired

11-09-2011, 10:42 PM	#3
Alpha_Zulu Private First Class Drives: 2011 Z4 35is, Alpine White Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 130 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is [0.00]	For the love of god please make us some downpipes. And while you're at it, an upgraded intercooler.

11-09-2011, 10:56 PM	#4
entrepreneur177 из Кремля Drives: Z4 35s, CLS63 AMG Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles \/ Moscow Posts: 148 iTrader: (0)	Finally! I wonder if it costs that much to add new design in their manufacturing process. They obviously have some hungry for downpipes potential customers.

11-10-2011, 12:54 PM	#5
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	UPDATE 11/10/11: Meeting has been moved to Monday. Also I added in a poll - vote away! -Frank

11-10-2011, 12:57 PM	#6
zzz36 Private Drives: lexus Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: toronto Posts: 81 iTrader: (2)	Man, I hope this works out. Finding downpipes are harder then obtaining Krytonite. I'm ready to buy whatever lol, coated, black white grey antything.

11-14-2011, 01:00 AM	#9
BMWM3 Second Lieutenant Drives: M3 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Markham, Ontario Posts: 248 iTrader: (1)	come one entrepreneur177 be an entrepreneur!

11-18-2011, 03:58 PM	#13
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	UPDATE 11/18/11: Our aFe rep came down today to visit and here's what I found out: 1. Z4 Downpipes are definitely good to go 2. aFe is currently in the process of expanding and is moving their R&D department into a new buildling so this may delay any production of downpipes until February.

11-21-2011, 03:13 PM	#14
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	UPDATE 11/21/11: Our AFE Rep has confirmed the following projects: 1. Z4 N54 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE 2. Z4 N55 - INTAKE,EXHAUST, DOWNPIPE 3. Z4 M52(nonturbo) - INTAKE, EXHAUST If you have any of these vehicles that you can loan, send me a PM. In return, AFE is giving you a free unit once they are produced. -Frank

11-22-2011, 12:58 AM	#17
z4ps Lieutenant Drives: 11 Z4 35IS. 07 E92 335I Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Socal Posts: 449 iTrader: (13)	Nice and very excited! -Paul

11-22-2011, 11:17 PM	#19
shashi27 Private Drives: 11 Z4 35is Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 79 iTrader: (0)	Wish you guys were in NJ. I broke my leg the other day. Car will be idle for awhile..bummer. Will take a set when they are done though!

12-19-2011, 01:15 PM	#21
ModBargains IV Second Lieutenant Drives: e92 335i, 135i, E46 M3, 540i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: 1721 E. Lambert Rd. Unit C, La Habra, CA 90631 Posts: 213 iTrader: (1)	Update 12/19/11 - AFE has found two forum members that will loan their cars to AFE for R&D AFE is planning to get started on the E89 Z4 product development in January.

12-31-2011, 07:19 PM	#22
shashi27 Private Drives: 11 Z4 35is Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 79 iTrader: (0)	Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!

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