Yep, I have an automatic 2004 350z but still thinking of adding an aftermarket exhaust onto it wouldn't want something super loud but some solid growling would be great lol How do I choose the best one? There seems to be a big range.

 

What do you mean?

 

LOL. Welcome. You are a good sport. THe question is asked every day. Same question.

I recommend that you:

a. Set a budget.
b. Decide what configuration is best for you. Single. Dual. One or two mufflers.
c. Listen before buying.

 

Sorry, and thanks

A) Budget would be about no more than $1000AUD - Generally I just want to add some sound to it, its an auto tourer so nothing fancy needed just something I'll love the sound of (~$800USD)

B) Definitely dual mufflers

If I check out exhaust vids on youtube is there a difference between how a manual 350z exhaust would sound compared to an auto 350z exhaust would sound?
(Oh and if I can get some performance bonuses that'd be great too but not a #1 on my list)

 

youtube search for sound... We can't tell you what you like. There's a big range because everyone has different taste. My opinion, HKS.

Edit: Just read your post above. 800$? Search for a used Nismo with TP's. If not then TurboXS isn't bad, use stock cats.

 

Try the Tanabe Medalion Touring. It comes Y pipe back with the front pipe and the single canister with dual outs like the OEM exhaust. It actually has nice tone but is not real loud.

 

No difference. Motor and exhaust components are the same.

 

I would recommend you search the exhaust section of this forum first. look at the Greddy Evo 2 exhaust (it's pretty loud tho) - I think you can buy a new one for around $900 USD.

 

Thanks for the advice guys, I'll start having a look for samples on youtube too
Feel free to post anymore suggestions though if anyone else wants to recommend anything specific

 

I have an 04 Auto as well. I have the DC Sports exhaust on it and I like the way it sounds. I did the youtube search the a absolutely loved how the Injen exhausts sounded on the Z

 

The engineers for the new Camaro actually spent and bunch of R&D to ensure that the manual camaros had a much more deeper aggressive exhaust note in comparision to the automatic Camaros stock exhasut system. im sure with aftermarket it wouldn't make a difference.


Just some useless information that i keep in my head

 

What benefits would a new exhaust system have on an automatic 350z? (non turbo etc)
....... besides a nice sound

 

look for a 3 minute clip on youtube.. just search 'bassani exhaust 350z' or something similar. that's what I have on order. it is just barely higher then the price point you set, but I think you will be thrilled with the note it produces.

 

for your price range, very little, if any, gains would be made. you should check out the top of this section, which would provide you with a ton of information and sound clips.

 

search on ebay for "x02 exhaust 350z". Those are the best bang for the buck exhaust and many members here rocking it. Looks great and sound great too! Not sure about shipping to Ozzie