So I recently bought an R56 Cooper S with a deleted muffler. It was also falsely advertised as JCW, which I learned after purchase that it is not. Deals too good to be true usually are...
I'm doing some minor repairs to look top notch to sell it and find a true JCW. My question is - what impact will this deleted muffler have on resale value? I honestly think it sounds pretty good albeit loud with the windows down without the muffler and the current exhaust looks great but I have a feeling that a lot of folks prefer stock. Looks like there are plenty of used mufflers on Ebay for $120. Maybe make it $300 with install charge? Will I more than recoup that amount on the sale? I honestly didn't even notice the muffler was gone, just thought it was a louder sound with the JCW package.

 

Most obviously depends on...the buyer..!

Mike

 

I doubt the muffler is going to impact resale value. It's a muffler......easily fixed if so desired. I for one would have liked a little more aggressive exhaust over the stock

 

Did you buy it from a dealer/lot or a private seller?

 

 

Private Seller. I'm not the type to take folks to court but it was still a good price. Made some other low cost improvements so hopefully I will come out ahead.