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Question: Whats the best performance chip for my bmw m3 2004?

(Posted by: osama d on 2008-11-23 22:20:35)

Hi, I would like to know whats the best performance chip that i can buy for my bmw m3 2004, with in $500 to $1000 range. I want to increase my HP so if you suggest one, please note how many HP does it provide if you know.

Posted by: Ryan on 2008-11-23, 23:09:17

Dinan. I would never, ever, consider anything less than the best for my car, a 2000 M5. People will tell you crazy things (Motec???), because they heard through the grapevine that they work magic. The truth is, the best tuning company for BMWs are either Dinan, the Shark Injector, or Jim Conforti. Those are three brands that actually give a realistic gain in power, and have the dyno sheets, and support, to back their claims. I used the Shark Injector on my M5 ($300), and I gained 7 hp and 8 ft lbs of torque to the wheels, plus it lets you customize your car a little bit (sport button, dsc...) I found it on Bavauto.com which is the best site to find stuff for your BMW, I recommend it to everyone looking to customize their BMW. If I hadn't bought the Shark, I would have definately got the Dinan Chip. Dinan is one of the most widely renowed aftermarket companies in the world, and their products will NEVER void a BMW warranty, even the superchargers, that says a lot about their relationship with BMW. Check out those chips, and look at Bavauto.com for ideas as to what else you can add! (I'd recommend the underdrive pulleys, I got 11 RWHP!!!)

Posted by: lensure on 2008-11-23, 22:29:17

For a 1000 you aren't gonna get a very good one. If you own a BMW M3 you should get yourself a decent Motec system. They are fantastic. I can't tell you the range that you will get but it will be significant if you tune your car well or Motec can do it for you. But it will cost at least 3000. Or you can get a second hand Motec system which is an older version for less.

Posted by: Ron S on 2008-11-24, 05:47:39

Dinan - it doesn't void the warranty ( your is probably ended by now). It can be install and tuned at a BMW dealer - that my friend say a lot about the BMW and Dinan relationship. You can even order the car new with Dinan factory installed. I personally would not trust anything else, especially if you're planning to keep the car any longer and drive-able.

Posted by: thatguyinthisplace on 2008-11-25, 21:20:01

I'd listen to Ryan there. Dinan is amazin stuff. Here is a list of other great companys too: Dinan.com Turnermotorsports.com Bavauto.com Vishnutuning.com