I wanted to know what two things make the most gain in hp and torque and you can tell a big difference.

 

Altas monster GT Turbo combined with all the goodies. But that's more like 6 or 7 things if you add it up... and techniccly its not out yet, so...

I think what your looking for is an intake and cat-back exhaust combo. Good for about 20-30hp and a noticable boost in torque. Not to mention a nicer engine and exhaust note.

Lots of manufacturers and distributers to choose from. Figure on spending in the ballpark of $900-1000 for the combo. A perfect start to MINI modding.

 

I agree exhaust, intake and ECU will make a HUGE difference.

 

+1....you'll get really good power gain, while making your car sound awesome!

 

Wouldn't the catback + downpipe actually make the most power if one was buying only two parts??? I know the intake + catback combo is a lot cheaper and adds those very awesome turbo sounds, but what about strictly performance wise? I already have the intake and am definitely getting the turboback installed next month, but I'm just wondering...

 

Yeah the full turbo back exhaust definitely nets the most gains for basically a single piece(just doing exhaust).....and the sound is just awesome....I get compliments everytime I drive with other high performance cars.

 

Awesome - seriously can't wait!!! Is break over yet?

 

The ECU is by far the largest gain. More than everything else I have done combined.

 

I raced a 350z yestarday and its killed me i was told they do 5.4 from 0-60 with all the ecu intake catback inlet tube and everything. could you beat the 350z and do you think it could be made to the low 5 from 0-60

 

Damn... I promised myself I'd wait awhile as putting even a piggback aftermarket ECU on a $33,000 car with less than 3,000 miles on it (and it's my very first car) still doesn't sit quite right with me. But comments like that really make it hard!!!

 

2 most power producing items over all.

My guess would be intake/ECU. Maybe catback/ECU but this would be much more money.

I'm probably going to go intake/ECU very shortly....guessing about a grand.

 

oh and don't feel bad about losing to the 350Z. I drove the topdog Nismo model at Poconos raceway. Sucked. Just a horrible driving car. The Mini is way better/more fun.

....now boost up and kick his ***.

-Gene

 

Funny you should say that. I raced one 2 days ago. I beat it. Actually pulled pretty well from it.

 

I understand your concern. I can say that I have never NEVER had any problems in the 20k miles that I have put on my car with these mods, and I dont exactly baby the car. I can see the PnP ECU being a major plus for those of you with concerns with warrenty. I would recommend that before a down pipe due to ease of changing back to stock.

 

Wow! I thought the intake & turboback was a kick! That's good to know, and my ECU will be here soon. Then I'll have the whole enchilada!

 

Yeah you will love it! BTW I'll be up your way for New Years! Going to Charlotte. Do you ever go to Moorsville Dragway?

 

Yeah but i only have intake i am installing wednsday the catback and the Boost Tube Ugrade Kit. I dont know if i should install the ecu because it only has 600 miles on it. I wish by march to have it at 300 hp

 

Sorry i just read the comment I typed it wrong i wanted to say that with catback the Boost Tube Ugrade Kit ecu will i be able to beat a 350z

 

Mike G,

No, In fact, the only time I have been to a dragstrip was the 2007 Winternationals in Pomona. Where in Charlotte will you be? I have not met any other MINI owners yet.

 

Well, I live in Scottsdale AZ, but still have friends in Charlotte. I am just flying over there for New Year's eve party. I used to live at Phillips Place near South Park mall. Check out the Mini Clubs in NC. There are a few members.