Need help getting the correct cat.

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  • Bora28
    Noobie
    • Aug 2011
    • 9
    #1

    Need help getting the correct cat.

    So after multiple confirmation emails and phone calls to an un-named online parts dealer, I received the wrong catalytic converter for my car. I'm looking to find the least expensive new replacement cat. online. Hoping someone here can make sure I get the correct one now...

    1988 BMW 325 seta2.7 2dr vin.WBAAB640XJ8227420

    I'm looking to replace the catalytic converter. And I have already received the wrong one (for the 2.5L 325i) with dual outlet (to silencer/muffler). My car has dual inlet (from manifolds) to single outlet (to silencer/muffler). I explained this to the vendor and even sent pictures and I still got the wrong Bosal cat.

    I believe the dimensions on this one are correct: http://www.allexhaust.com/magnaflowc...es/L/23553.gif
    its Magnaflow #23553
    It seems when I search for my car's cat. I usually get links for the 325i cat. (the wrong one, I already received), and the one listed above usually comes up for 325e up to 1987...

    Can someone please clear this up for me?! Returning parts to online vendors is a pain in the ass, and I've had no luck locally.

    A link would be awesome if you find one! If you can verify the magnaflow one is correct I know I can source that one for about $330, or a cheeper alternative with the correct dimensions would be fine too...

    Thanks in advance!
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    • MR 325
      Moderator
      • Oct 2003
      • 37825
      #2
      Your car either has the wrong exhaust or custom exhaust on it.

      Super Eta cars came with a complete 325i exhaust system.
      BimmerHeads
      Classic BMW Specialists
      Santa Clarita, CA
      www.BimmerHeads.com

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        • Bora28
          Noobie
          • Aug 2011
          • 9
          #3
          im thinking its wrong at this point... it looks exactly like the magnaflow one...

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            • reelizmpro
              R3V OG
              • Dec 2003
              • 9446
              #4
              If you're car is an 88 325, keep the dual exhaust and finish it with the proper rear muffler. It's okay to use the 325i stuff.
              "I'd probably take the E30 M3 in this case just because I love that little car, and how tanky that inline 6 is." - thecj

              85 323i M TECH 1 S52 - ALPINEWEISS/SCHWARZE
              88 M3 - LACHSSILBER/SCHWARZE
              89 M3 - ALPINEWEISS II/M TECH CLOTH-ALCANTARA
              91 M TECHNIC CABRIO TURBO - MACAOBLAU/M TECH CLOTH-LEATHER

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                • Bora28
                  Noobie
                  • Aug 2011
                  • 9
                  #5
                  I was thinking that when I was returning the other cat., but honestly, this is my winter beater and I dont have the cash to finish it off with an i muffler... I just ordered the magnaflow cat for a pretty good price. I figure if its not the dual outlet one, it has to be correct, its clearly not the 318 cat...

                  I'll keep this updated, on if its correct, and also a review. Should be getting done soon after thanksgiving

                  Thanks

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                    • reelizmpro
                      R3V OG
                      • Dec 2003
                      • 9446
                      #6
                      Sounds like someone put a standard 325e system on your car which isn't correct but whatever works.
                      "I'd probably take the E30 M3 in this case just because I love that little car, and how tanky that inline 6 is." - thecj

                      85 323i M TECH 1 S52 - ALPINEWEISS/SCHWARZE
                      88 M3 - LACHSSILBER/SCHWARZE
                      89 M3 - ALPINEWEISS II/M TECH CLOTH-ALCANTARA
                      91 M TECHNIC CABRIO TURBO - MACAOBLAU/M TECH CLOTH-LEATHER

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                        • Bora28
                          Noobie
                          • Aug 2011
                          • 9
                          #7
                          Thats what im thinking... This things been whored over the years. Still good enough to hoon in the snow tho ;)
                          thanks again

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