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I think we might be missing the point here.
The best sound from a multicylinder is the INDUCTION roar, not the exhaust noise. Listen to an M3 or a VW VR6, its all induction.
90% or more of what you hear in the cabin is induction noise anyway. Thats what is a bit muffled in the Audi A3 3.2 (not only my opinion, see lots of car mags)
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Couldn't agree with you more! I've taken the plunge and orderd a BMC carbon dynamic airbox (basically a cone shaped cotton filter in a carbon cylinder with a venturi-producing funnel).
Should be receiving it any day now and as soon as I get it, I'll post pics etc.
Yes I'm concerned about oil and the MAF, as well as potentially less effective filtration, but it's my car and I'm taking my chances.
Re: the whole noise thing, it's all a matter of politeness, isn't it? I mean, when driving through a neighborhood, anyone with half a brain drives sensibly, without "opening it up". There will always be jerk-offs who rip through neighborhoods at ungodly hours... I say linch those b*stards, but please don't go calling the cops on responsible drivers who want to hear their motor!