Dude, stop begging for likes and subscriptions... it just ruins your videos. Everyone knows what to do. Your videos are fine (even quite good) until you start begging like a little girl... unless, of course, there is some charity you haven't told us about... 😉
Official sound tests start at 8:40 mark. For those that do not care for, nor have the patience to listen through the beginning. Stay classy my friends. EDITED for content.
I have the Paragon Track and absolutely love the sound of it. The cold start is one of the most insane things I've ever heard in my life and the pops, cracks, burbles, etc. make me smile every time I drive it.
@brianwalsh7040 Yes, cold start could be an issue if started outside a garage. I've scared the shit out of a lady and her child (on accident) on cold start. Oops There is also some drone inside. Overall, I love the sound of the exhaust.
Don’t buy AWE, bought one for my Z06 and it threw an engine light. Found out it has a broken valve, contacted them 3 times and was ignored. Shit customer service and don’t stick behind their product at all.
Add Nitrogen to tires. You'll have much less problems from Oklahoma. I took delivery on my 3 month old used C8. The first owner put it up on consignment. 8k under purchase price. It 95% of what I've waited for 14 months. 2023 HTC, Red Mist. CF Necelles, Z51 , lift. Only thing I didn't get was mag. My C6 GS had mag. C8 didn't need it. Smiling every mile. Love your video.
I think I’m officially going with AWE, I like the sound, Keith at Corvette World says it’s the cleanest install. Lou gave me some inspiration on the exhaust appearance, might have to do something a little different:)
Awesome comparison. I've been debating on which exhaust to change out to and this helped solidify my decision. Thanks, even if it is just a parking lot test. (That's where it matters anyway!)
I ordered the Corsa with muffler delete yesterday . I like the sound and the tips the best . I had the Corsa extreme with valves before on my last one and never used quiet mode
What about heat shielding? Only Borla goes with heat shielding like the stock system - The C8 generates lots of heat - do all the systems without shielding cause additional heat and potential rear diffuser engine compartment problems???
Mike, Great video and content man! Good seeing Carlos again in your video's. I really like the sound of his Borla exhaust. Had a really great deep throaty sound! Now that Borla has partner with GM for approved exhausts, they shouldn't throw any codes! Be well, hoping to see you guys in the DFW area for the Veterans Day Car show. We'll be down at Black Rifle Coffee Co. -Shane
Just got the Borla Atak installed on my 23 C8 HTC. Thing is a throaty monster, NPP compatible, and I couldn't be happier. AWA sounds great and loud too, just a little bit higher pitched.
So Brink what system do you recommend? My C8 has the performance exhaust I would like to keep my NPP feature but noticed your ending statement that it's not necessary. I obviously like the price point of the AWE but how to they really compare in person? Which system sounds the best!?
Best comparison video .. literally all the ones I’m looking at one after the other … I do believe I’ll be going with Paragon Track seems like best value
Drove stock c8, disappointed, no pops or crackles and no shifting like Audi TTS DCT. I wanted to like C8 but couldn’t. The car had only 5 miles on it, could be that it didn’t break in?
Car wasn’t even unlocked. It unlocks at 500 miles. It a totally different experience and power. I would look into a C8 again and try to find one with AM exhaust of your looking pops and grumbles. Plus C8 holds it value waaaayyyyyy more
I leaning more towards the Borla ATAK but my only concern is CEL, I’ve been hearing people having trouble with this exhaust even when the dealership installs them. Those who have the Borla have you had any issues?
Very good comparison video. The borla sounds the absolute best to me, with the paragon coming in second. The car with the full exhaust just not sound good at all to me, maybe its the video, but its just too raspy. The AWE is definitely not my cup of tea. These are American cars and should have in my bullshit opinion, a deep muscular sound. This video has done its job and now I will call Paragon manana and order my new setup. Thank you to all those involved in this.
White C8 with the white wheels brings the C8 form into focus better. Separating European and American cars is getting increasingly weird with the C8 series.
I’m getting ready to order my car and I was going to order performance exhaust do you think I should just skip that and then add the system to it later it’s 1900 performance exhaust to the factory I could put that towards a new exhaust that sounds good already
Mike, great video. Love the comparisons, which has helped me close a decision for the AWE Touring with black tips. Was wondering if the link below already has a built-in discount, and if not, is there a discount code you can offer as a sponsor for your viewers? Thanks, and keep on creating great content!
Hey Mike, just looking at this video (great idea by the way) and cool video. Just an observation on the paragon. It seemed to move around a lot compared to the others . Do you know if that is normal or there is some other reason for that. ?? Just not sure if it is a good thing or not. Thanks Brett
I’d just run stock exhaust with maybe a muffler delete or replace stock mufflers with something different. Why spend a lot of money when factory system is totally fine lol!! Don’t get me wrong I love exhausts love way they sound even better if I gain power. But that’s the problem today with exhausts u don’t gain much or any with aftermarket exhausts but sound. U can do that with a stock exhaust though lol!!
So this wasn’t an apples to apples test when it came to the Corsa, since you mentioned it has long tubes and cat deletes. From what i can hear from the video, the Corsa sounds much louder than the rest. Why did your gloss over the Corsa?
Seems like giving up the valves is definitely giving up options... to me it's between the Paragon Track and the Borla ATAK and whether you like the more exotic or deep rumble.
Awesome video clearly showing the differences with the sound meter, and I loved them all! I just really like Long Beach Red…maybe more than Red Mist. The Red Mist is 🔥 in the sun, but Long Beach looks incredible in any light! The drone shot of that Long Beach Red was amazing! Thanks Mike!
Thanks Doug, I figured you’d love it. I love LBR as well, but Red Mist is now my favorite red. Those drone shots were taken by Carlos. He did a great job. You’re welcome Doug. 👍😊
That orange c8 looks very weird. Trying too hard to make it look like a maclaren 570s..with the door paint or wrap and butterfly doors. The vette is already beautiful in its natural state dont embarass the C8... 😍 Hope he can handle a few wisecracks from macleren owners lol
Just bought a 2023 70th with a Paragon Touring exhaust. It’s definitely above 95 decibels which is technically not legal in CA. Do cops give any of you shit?
Only a cam will fix the sound issue with these cars. Cam and custom built aluminum exhaust with bullets will fix everything or put a ford motor in the back 😂
Ladies and gentlemen, wait till you hear & see the difference in decibels between these exhausts!
Dude, stop begging for likes and subscriptions... it just ruins your videos. Everyone knows what to do. Your videos are fine (even quite good) until you start begging like a little girl... unless, of course, there is some charity you haven't told us about...
😉
Official sound tests start at 8:40 mark.
For those that do not care for, nor have the patience to listen through the beginning.
Stay classy my friends.
EDITED for content.
Not all hero’s wear capes
To me the Borla sounded really good with the low rumble
Agree
Heck yeah! I’m going with the Borla Atak with Kooks headers and green cats. Can’t wait
I agree. It sounds best to me
I have the Paragon Track and absolutely love the sound of it. The cold start is one of the most insane things I've ever heard in my life and the pops, cracks, burbles, etc. make me smile every time I drive it.
Heck yeah, it sounds excellent!
Is it to the point where it would piss my neighbors off though? I don’t want to be that guy as we live in a somewhat quiet town
Hey any drone? Some people reported cabin drone around 3000 rpm
@Brian Walsh who cares what the neighbors think
@brianwalsh7040 Yes, cold start could be an issue if started outside a garage. I've scared the shit out of a lady and her child (on accident) on cold start. Oops
There is also some drone inside.
Overall, I love the sound of the exhaust.
Don’t buy AWE, bought one for my Z06 and it threw an engine light. Found out it has a broken valve, contacted them 3 times and was ignored. Shit customer service and don’t stick behind their product at all.
Add Nitrogen to tires. You'll have much less problems from Oklahoma. I took delivery on my 3 month old used C8. The first owner put it up on consignment. 8k under purchase price. It 95% of what I've waited for 14 months. 2023 HTC, Red Mist. CF Necelles, Z51 , lift. Only thing I didn't get was mag. My C6 GS had mag. C8 didn't need it. Smiling every mile. Love your video.
Thanks!
Thank you for the THANKS!
I think I’m officially going with AWE, I like the sound, Keith at Corvette World says it’s the cleanest install. Lou gave me some inspiration on the exhaust appearance, might have to do something a little different:)
Let’s do it man! 👍
I have borla on my C7Z. It’s a great low deep sound, not as high pitch/raspy as the corsa is. It looks like this is a similar case on the C8’s.
perfect exactly what i was looking for. i think borla and paragon were the best sounding
Great idea! Great video, thanks so much for making it!
@@mikemulvany3325 you’re welcome
Awesome comparison. I've been debating on which exhaust to change out to and this helped solidify my decision. Thanks, even if it is just a parking lot test. (That's where it matters anyway!)
The factory performance exhaust sounds good and you can close the damper when you want sneak mode
Glad to have worked together on this one! Until next time buddy! 😎
Heck yeah man! 👍😊
I ordered the Corsa with muffler delete yesterday .
I like the sound and the tips the best . I had the Corsa extreme with valves before on my last one and never used quiet mode
Any drone with it?
That Corsa had also sport Cats… so dont expect its gonna sound like that with just a muffler Delete Pipe
What about heat shielding? Only Borla goes with heat shielding like the stock system - The C8 generates lots of heat - do all the systems without shielding cause additional heat and potential rear diffuser engine compartment problems???
Mike,
Great video and content man! Good seeing Carlos again in your video's. I really like the sound of his Borla exhaust. Had a really great deep throaty sound! Now that Borla has partner with GM for approved exhausts, they shouldn't throw any codes!
Be well, hoping to see you guys in the DFW area for the Veterans Day Car show. We'll be down at Black Rifle Coffee Co.
-Shane
Thank you Shane, I appreciate. Heck yeah man, Carlos is a great up and comer on TH-cam, also a great guy too. Borla definitely sounds awesome! 👍😊
Putting my paragon on tomorrow with a AFE CAI 😊
I finally have Paragon and \Victor racing wing, now it is time to enjoy my car after hours of work. Great video!
I wish you could have measured the DB driving each separate Vette. I had a V3 that was too loud.
I personally love the corsa
Just got the Borla Atak installed on my 23 C8 HTC. Thing is a throaty monster, NPP compatible, and I couldn't be happier. AWA sounds great and loud too, just a little bit higher pitched.
Any idea how warranty goes if i get the borla atak?
Another great video!!!!! Love all the EXHAUST SOUNDS!!! GO PARAGON!! 🤘🔥🔥🔥
Thanks Lu, I appreciate it. Heck yeah, they all sound amazing!
I love the sound of the overrun on the Corsas.
So Brink what system do you recommend? My C8 has the performance exhaust I would like to keep my NPP feature but noticed your ending statement that it's not necessary. I obviously like the price point of the AWE but how to they really compare in person? Which system sounds the best!?
I like the tone of the AWE you have, actually....
What’s GM warranty for exhaust?
By changing exhaust do you lose your warranty?
Best comparison video .. literally all the ones I’m looking at one after the other … I do believe I’ll be going with Paragon Track seems like best value
How much does it cost to
Would be great to have had true price comparison overlayed on the screen; I’m all about value!
AWE and Paragon are the best value, both are sub $3,000
Drove stock c8, disappointed, no pops or crackles and no shifting like Audi TTS DCT. I wanted to like C8 but couldn’t. The car had only 5 miles on it, could be that it didn’t break in?
Car wasn’t even unlocked. It unlocks at 500 miles. It a totally different experience and power. I would look into a C8 again and try to find one with AM exhaust of your looking pops and grumbles. Plus C8 holds it value waaaayyyyyy more
Mike was the black tipped a normal stock or the performance exhaust. Order my C8 in October with later...
It’s the npp/performance black exhaust
I love the Corsa and I love yours too where did he get that duck bill on the back of that beautiful red misst tin coat
Yep, they both sound great for sure. I forgot to ask him, but I sure do like it.
Look like a real nice event Exhaust all sounded pretty good
It’s a great event.
Corsa no muffler is what i have and its 145 start 115 idle gassing it can hit 158-167 going 80 slowing flames come out sometimes.
The Fabspeed though not featured is my favorite. I was surprised by the Borla sound and preferred it overall.
When you say stock that isn't the upgraded exhaust with the z51?
I prefer the AWE and Borla exhausts.
The AWE is great value for sure
Am I dumb for thinking Corsa is the go to or does any of the others still work with the Performance mode "notches"
Thanks so much for the shout out
You’re welcome Trevor. I was happy to do it. 👍😊
I leaning more towards the Borla ATAK but my only concern is CEL, I’ve been hearing people having trouble with this exhaust even when the dealership installs them. Those who have the Borla have you had any issues?
Had one CEL maybe 200miles after install. Dealer fixed it. Drove maybe 1000 miles after and no issues so far. Sounds very good & lots of fun
Corsa sounded the best to me
Very good comparison video. The borla sounds the absolute best to me, with the paragon coming in second. The car with the full exhaust just not sound good at all to me, maybe its the video, but its just too raspy. The AWE is definitely not my cup of tea. These are American cars and should have in my bullshit opinion, a deep muscular sound. This video has done its job and now I will call Paragon manana and order my new setup. Thank you to all those involved in this.
White C8 with the white wheels brings the C8 form into focus better. Separating European and American cars is getting increasingly weird with the C8 series.
👍😊
For me it's all about HP not sound. So who wins the HP shoot out?
Great stuff man! Will have to say hey on the next event! Saw my c8 in your video leading the show! 🙏🏼🙏🏼
I am leaning toward the AWE or Paragon Track exhaust. Which sounds the best in person?
We can meet up so you can hear my exhaust 😊
Cool. I just purchased the paradigm track exhaust yesterday. Im in CA. Where are you
Hey did you install the paragon exhaust? Any droning?
@@allen724 I installed the Paragon track exhaust and no drone. Sounds incredible.
Is the stock exhaust that you tested the performance z51 exhaust?
no
What model of Vett is at time stamp ~5:14?
what a treat, thank you guys for doing this
Love the Borla..... Would have also liked to see the performance exhaust in the comparison
Great video Mike
Thank you 😊
Thanks Mike. Good info!
You’re welcome.
What about interior resonance?
Don't forget to vote. Cornpop was a good dude! All he ever did was protect children from the local lifeguard. "Just follow the leg hair up kids" - joe
If only one tire is a lot lower than the rest, that most likely indicates a puncture. I would check it for a nail, screw, etc.
Yeah, that usually is the case, but not this time. That right front has had more issues in the cold for some reason.
If it's not a nail, screw, or a hole in the tire then it has to be a bead sealing problem.
Track exhaust hit 130 at first. Awesome 👌
I Like The Paragon Exhaust, But Prefer The Borla.
Zr1 my dream Car
I’m getting ready to order my car and I was going to order performance exhaust do you think I should just skip that and then add the system to it later it’s 1900 performance exhaust to the factory I could put that towards a new exhaust that sounds good already
Yes, skip it and get which ever one you like best here.
Only if you want the valves otherwise skip it
Thx, great comparison.
Which Borla Exhaust was tested? Thanks
So no check engine with awe since it has no npp valves?
the best roar is without the exhaust...
I have awe touring it was about half the price of corsa . It sounds bad ass definitely a war cry when who. Couldn’t be happier but I do like corsa
Is the stock exhaust a z51 package?
Anybody know what brand duckbill spoiler that is on the Long Beach Red C8? RSC or Paragon V3 possibly?
Mike, great video. Love the comparisons, which has helped me close a decision for the AWE Touring with black tips. Was wondering if the link below already has a built-in discount, and if not, is there a discount code you can offer as a sponsor for your viewers? Thanks, and keep on creating great content!
I had the Corsa and change it to the Borla. Nice video
I’m about to buy the corsa , should I spend the extra money and get the Borla ?
AWE TRACK ALL THE WAY!
The Long Beach red setup 🤤🤤
Hey Mike, just looking at this video (great idea by the way) and cool video. Just an observation on the paragon. It seemed to move around a lot compared to the others . Do you know if that is normal or there is some other reason for that. ?? Just not sure if it is a good thing or not.
Thanks Brett
are there any numbers in comparison in terms of any HP gained or is it all sound
Paragon in terms of looks ALL DAY long👌🏻
Corsa is the clear winner for me. Followed by AWE, Borla
I’d just run stock exhaust with maybe a muffler delete or replace stock mufflers with something different. Why spend a lot of money when factory system is totally fine lol!!
Don’t get me wrong I love exhausts love way they sound even better if I gain power.
But that’s the problem today with exhausts u don’t gain much or any with aftermarket exhausts but sound. U can do that with a stock exhaust though lol!!
That Corsa and Borla loooord
Corsa had cat delete which makes it a little unfair compared to Borla and Borla still sounded great
Know of anyone with the Hooker exhaust set up, I think its called Black Heart
I do not yet.
So this wasn’t an apples to apples test when it came to the Corsa, since you mentioned it has long tubes and cat deletes. From what i can hear from the video, the Corsa sounds much louder than the rest.
Why did your gloss over the Corsa?
What part of Texas are y’all in?
AWE track would have yielded a much different result. The one I’d compare it to would be FabSpeed.
Would liked to have heard AWE Track Edition
Great video🔥🇨🇦🔥
Borla sounds the best.
Borla atak exhaust for the sound
I just put the paragon track exhaust on mine
Seems like giving up the valves is definitely giving up options... to me it's between the Paragon Track and the Borla ATAK and whether you like the more exotic or deep rumble.
@@ADAComplianceGuy-pv5rs cold start on the Paragon got my vette sounding like a monster
Awesome video clearly showing the differences with the sound meter, and I loved them all! I just really like Long Beach Red…maybe more than Red Mist. The Red Mist is 🔥 in the sun, but Long Beach looks incredible in any light! The drone shot of that Long Beach Red was amazing! Thanks Mike!
Thanks Doug, I figured you’d love it. I love LBR as well, but Red Mist is now my favorite red. Those drone shots were taken by Carlos. He did a great job. You’re welcome Doug. 👍😊
Paragon looks the best / Borla sounds the best.
That Borla 🤤🤤🤤
Borla is the best overall
That orange c8 looks very weird. Trying too hard to make it look like a maclaren 570s..with the door paint or wrap and butterfly doors.
The vette is already beautiful in its natural state dont embarass the C8... 😍 Hope he can handle a few wisecracks from macleren owners lol
Thats his car and your opinion. Not sure if you realize how rude and unnecessary your comment is.
7:57 what ur looking for
That's the one I'm leaning towards. What do you think so far?
@@blazerman24i was just putting that there to save peoples time lol
borla sounded the best
That last one 134 on start up
Borla all the way.
Just bought a 2023 70th with a Paragon Touring exhaust. It’s definitely above 95 decibels which is technically not legal in CA. Do cops give any of you shit?
AWE sounds the worst lol. Like a monster truck vs a sportscar. Lemans track non NPP is the best out there!
Borla wow
Corsa
Only a cam will fix the sound issue with these cars. Cam and custom built aluminum exhaust with bullets will fix everything or put a ford motor in the back 😂