Premium package, those without it happy?

bmwzone · 08-01-2008, 01:15 PM

Bluetooth was a must for me.

mikead_99 · 08-01-2008, 02:18 PM

Huh, a lot of bluetooth fans. I went without premium, but did get leather and power. I couldn't justify the extra for compass, bluetooth, and bmw assist. I do wish I had the integrated garage opener, it is hard for me to believe it is not standard in this car since "lesser" companies include this in most option packages. Bluetooth would be nice, but I'm adjusted to using a bt headset anyway. BMW assist isn't worth the premium at all to me.

marvenmassey · 08-01-2008, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mistermojorizin

i recommend the package. the best thing in it is the bluetooth. so much more convenient than using an earpiece. and with the new cell phone laws, this was just in time for me.

the other things are nice too - mainly power seats, leather and lumbar support. while the first two are a matter of taste, lumbar support makes things so much more comfortable. couple this with the sports package and my seats are really nice.

Bluetooth is a must..I loved it and not having it now I really miss it.

plien69 · 08-01-2008, 02:41 PM

Not regretting it at all. Didn't want power seats, didn't need leather, don't miss dimming mirrors, puddle lights, ambient lighting, or integrated garage opener.

I did spring for BMW Assist a la carte because I like my Bluetooth.

Call · 08-01-2008, 03:40 PM

No regrets at all. I have all that stuff on the other Bimmers I have but I just didn't want it on this one.

KK

nordique14 · 08-01-2008, 03:43 PM

If you want leather, power seats and bluetooth than the PP is a no-brainer. Unless you want all 3 then I don't see it being worth the cost. I didn't want any of those things so I did not get the PP even though the auto-dimming mirror would have been nice.

benz135i · 08-01-2008, 03:58 PM

I don't regret not going premium. The sport leatherette seats are very adjustable, comfortable, and supportive. Lumbar support would be nice, but that is just a minor complaint.

Though the Bluetooth/Assist is not cheap, its a pretty slick interface and it was worth it to get separately.

Auto dimming mirrors would be nice, but I have had that before and would rather be able to control it myself. The knob is the same as the 2005+ MINI , but it is easier to operate. Not sure how to explain.

I just wish I could have my right side view mirror turn down on reverse, and not have to get electric seats or anything else. Not a major complaint except that it should be standard...

Omega Man · 08-04-2008, 09:27 AM

Actually did not want the power seats as I selected manual transmission and would have been okay with manual windows as well. A stick and clutch is retro by intent.

The Assist technology, however is very reassuring and kick butt so I wish I had the electronic sky wizard stuff.

Does Garmin offer a GPS with Bluetooth and a programmable garage door opener yet?

imported_mega · 08-04-2008, 09:32 AM

bluetooth yes, garage door opener not that I've seen

08-01-2008, 01:15 PM	#23
bmwzone Captain 39 Rep 777 Posts Drives: Black 5.0 (ordered), 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	Bluetooth was a must for me.
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08-01-2008, 02:18 PM	#24
mikead_99 Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 201 Posts Drives: 08 SMG 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NoVA iTrader: (1)	Huh, a lot of bluetooth fans. I went without premium, but did get leather and power. I couldn't justify the extra for compass, bluetooth, and bmw assist. I do wish I had the integrated garage opener, it is hard for me to believe it is not standard in this car since "lesser" companies include this in most option packages. Bluetooth would be nice, but I'm adjusted to using a bt headset anyway. BMW assist isn't worth the premium at all to me. __________________ 135i ....
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08-01-2008, 02:41 PM	#26
plien69 Captain 20 Rep 841 Posts Drives: 2014 M235i Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	Not regretting it at all. Didn't want power seats, didn't need leather, don't miss dimming mirrors, puddle lights, ambient lighting, or integrated garage opener. I did spring for BMW Assist a la carte because I like my Bluetooth.
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08-01-2008, 03:40 PM	#27
Call Call 21 Rep 683 Posts Drives: 08 135i, 08 & 07 X5, 05 MCSC Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Gainesville, GA iTrader: (0)	No regrets at all. I have all that stuff on the other Bimmers I have but I just didn't want it on this one. KK __________________
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08-01-2008, 03:43 PM	#28
nordique14 Major 53 Rep 1,477 Posts Drives: SGM 135i 'vert Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sharks Territory iTrader: (5)	If you want leather, power seats and bluetooth than the PP is a no-brainer. Unless you want all 3 then I don't see it being worth the cost. I didn't want any of those things so I did not get the PP even though the auto-dimming mirror would have been nice.
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08-01-2008, 03:58 PM	#29
benz135i 1UP 4 Rep 119 Posts Drives: sold: 2008 135i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	I don't regret not going premium. The sport leatherette seats are very adjustable, comfortable, and supportive. Lumbar support would be nice, but that is just a minor complaint. Though the Bluetooth/Assist is not cheap, its a pretty slick interface and it was worth it to get separately. Auto dimming mirrors would be nice, but I have had that before and would rather be able to control it myself. The knob is the same as the 2005+ MINI , but it is easier to operate. Not sure how to explain. I just wish I could have my right side view mirror turn down on reverse, and not have to get electric seats or anything else. Not a major complaint except that it should be standard... __________________ sold: 2008 135i 6MT, Ohlins R&T, Vorshlag plates, M3 bits
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08-04-2008, 09:27 AM	#30
Omega Man Member 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2008 iTrader: (0)	Actually did not want the power seats as I selected manual transmission and would have been okay with manual windows as well. A stick and clutch is retro by intent. The Assist technology, however is very reassuring and kick butt so I wish I had the electronic sky wizard stuff. Does Garmin offer a GPS with Bluetooth and a programmable garage door opener yet? __________________ The black and red andrenaline rush has finally made it home from Sebastian Olszewski and the group at Mike Smith Beaumont. Got it right before the big storm hit, as in 36 hours before. So lucky. Anyway, these folks are a great dealership to do business with. Ordered June 2008 ED July 2008 Stateside delivery September 2008
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08-04-2008, 09:32 AM	#31
imported_mega Colonel 122 Rep 2,199 Posts Drives: various bmw's Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: neverland iTrader: (0)	bluetooth yes, garage door opener not that I've seen
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