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R50/53 Has anyone made an '02-'06 MCS exhaust sound like an Abarth?

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Old Nov 19, 2015 | 10:38 PM
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Has anyone made an '02-'06 MCS exhaust sound like an Abarth?

I realize a S/C engine will have different sound than a turbo, but would like to get a similar sound. I LOVE the sound of Abarths, in fact I almost bought one mostly for the sound. I am guessing one of the Borla or Magnaflow exhausts would come close, but a Grand for exhaust is painful. I'd prefer to spend less than half that.

I do have Magnaflow on my 1.8L Miata and gotta admit, it sounds awesomely Italian.
 
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Old Nov 20, 2015 | 05:03 AM
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so you want a deep low rasp? you need a race cat or no cat, and blow through resonator and mufflers... like I have
 
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Old Nov 21, 2015 | 10:37 PM
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Won't cat mods set off the CEL?

Anyone have insight on the various exhausts on eBay around $300-$400 in cost?
 
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Old Nov 24, 2015 | 09:41 AM
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Check on EBay, as I have seen the exhaust system for about $300 with free shipping.
 
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