C5 muffler question
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C5 muffler question
I have a 2004 coupe and need a muffler. I have found some used ones from 1997 and 1998, but the new parts stores have different part numbers for 1997-2000 and 2001-2004. Will a muffler from a 1997 bolt right up to 2004???
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the tips are the difference. The muffler itself should bolt right up to your car. However, it would be my recommendation that you find an aftermarket system you like and have the car sound great.
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i would skip buying OEM or from the parts store..imo and look at the aftermarket options..look way better, and sounds leaps and bounds better then stock....i vote would be for the corsa exhaust system
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I'm trying to find a cheap fix for my son. He is trying to buy a house ad doesn't want to spend a lot right now. Found a pair in Chicago and I live in Milwaukee, 2 hour drive). He says they are off a1998 but they have chrome tips. Did he add the tips? Just wat to be sure they will bolt up.
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They will bolt up. Every thing is the same as far as mounting points. You will need to get the car up on a lift in order to work the pipes up over the rear axles. Removing the rear sway bar will greatly aide in removal and installation as well.
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