1st REAL LIFE pictures of 09 Pro Navigation/iDrive

BMW_x5_Msport · 09-15-2008, 12:12 PM

i think it looks good but i hope when i get my car in a few weeks its looks better in person. :biggrin:

Coach · 09-15-2008, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by monaco1

its amazing how the people who have MY 08 with nav dont like the new i drive because they cant have it and the people who ordered MY 09 with the new idrive like it because the do have it

Very easy assumption to make. I for one was jealous and mad to find out a new navi was in the works. While I am still jealous it will be a "better" system, I'm very glad my 1 does not have that unit sitting on the dash.

RobLS · 09-15-2008, 12:21 PM

Looks like the tacky days of pre 2000 BMWs

jkp1187 · 09-15-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by sf42ninetysixx

I'm not so sure. I was talking with my SA about the difference in ordering a BMW in Europe and NA.

In Europe they have to pay for every single option imaginable. If you go to the BMW website, choose any European country, and build your car you'll see you pay more in the end. They have options for the front windshield solar shade tint and just some of the weirdest options that come stock in NA Bimmers.

Those are good points.

Still, I wouldn't have minded a "sunroof delete" option and a "smoker delete" option to realize a little savings on features that are not essential for me.

Zonian22 · 09-15-2008, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Coach

Very easy assumption to make. I for one was jealous and mad to find out a new navi was in the works. While I am still jealous it will be a "better" system, I'm very glad my 1 does not have that unit sitting on the dash.

+1

ChrisK · 09-15-2008, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by monaco1

its amazing how the people who have MY 08 with nav dont like the new i drive because they cant have it and the people who ordered MY 09 with the new idrive like it because the do have it

Umm...No.

I expect better dash design and integration from BMW. This is not a bash the new navi because I have the old thread. The 3 series forums will bash us enough for this.

lamini · 09-15-2008, 01:00 PM

I understand it could not be made like the 3, something had to set it appart......oh well.

pheller · 09-15-2008, 01:54 PM

Here's some more, taken at the Welt today as I waited to receive my 2008 135 w/ iDrive.

I'll have to agree that it just doesn't seem to look right. Alas, I may be biased considering my I was moments from receiving my 2008 ;-)

123D-M · 09-15-2008, 01:58 PM

You did a better job of taking photos than me at least!

ChrisK · 09-15-2008, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by pavelitto

I postponed the production of my car just to get the new I-drive and nav without even seeing any pictures back in july. I was a little scared but now I can say I am happy the way it looks. It doesn't fit the car that nicely as lets' say 6 series but it is not "overwhelming" in any way. Definitely the size of the screen and the capabilities of the new nav are incredible compared to the old one. Some don't like the new screen but let's face the true, the old one wasn't pretty either.

True, but you could close it when you wanted.

JLight · 09-15-2008, 02:00 PM

We will take any and all photos - thank you both for posting.

ChrisK · 09-15-2008, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by pheller

Here's some more, taken at the Welt today as I waited to receive my 2008 135 w/ iDrive.

I'll have to agree that it just doesn't seem to look right. Alas, I may be biased considering my I was moments from receiving my 2008 ;-)

Actually these pictures make it look ALOT better. :smile:

Coach · 09-15-2008, 02:08 PM

That trim is awesome!

pheller · 09-15-2008, 02:12 PM

Well, in my case, I can see there being times when I don't want this massive thing sticking out of the top of my dashboard.

I have one more photo I took from through the rear window to get the width. Forgot the polarization filter, sorry about the reflection.

pheller · 09-15-2008, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Coach

That trim is awesome!

Regarding the brushed aluminum trim.... I originally that it was awesome too. However, I think I actually might prefer the Glacier Aluminum after seeing and touching the brushed Aluminum.

JLight · 09-15-2008, 02:14 PM

That is a nice big screen!

pheller · 09-15-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by JLight

That is a nice big screen!

I will give you that, it is a giant screen in comparison to the previous one!

123D-M · 09-15-2008, 02:23 PM

I can't wait to pick mine up now. It's killing me that it is just sitting a few miles away at the dealership.

Damn Belgium Post. Where are my number plates?!

Brady1984 · 09-15-2008, 03:23 PM

I am not 100% in love with the new iDrive but I would like to see it in person. The resolution is supposed to be much better but it does look like an afterthought to me.

x97Melbourne · 09-15-2008, 05:37 PM

i like the pop up screen better. seems "neater" and more organized.
i would think the nav screen would be DOWN at most times for most drivers....

by the way, NICE CAR enjoy

pavelitto · 09-15-2008, 07:20 PM

For the size of the screen the still did pretty good job fitting it there (It is quite low so it doesn't stick out to much... (for the size) The plastic finish could be of the better quality though (just by looking at it on the photos)

ONE · 09-15-2008, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by monaco1

its amazing how the people who have MY 08 with nav dont like the new i drive because they cant have it and the people who ordered MY 09 with the new idrive like it because the do have it

The bottom line is people are entitled to their opinions.

123D M - Congratulations on your new 1! It looks great!

I have an '08 w/ Nav and purchased at the end of the model production year (could have waited a few more weeks for the '09 idrive).

I bet after a month or so folks will get used to the new idrive change.
Enjoy the enhanced features and new settings.

In the meantime, enjoy you 1 and post some when time permits!

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09-15-2008, 12:21 PM	#25
RobLS Major 29 Rep 1,193 Posts Drives: M3 Coupe Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Near Perpetual Rain iTrader: (0)	Looks like the tacky days of pre 2000 BMWs
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09-15-2008, 01:00 PM	#29
lamini Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 209 Posts Drives: Join Date: Apr 2008 iTrader: (0)	looks like an after thought.... I understand it could not be made like the 3, something had to set it appart......oh well.
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09-15-2008, 01:54 PM	#30
pheller First Lieutenant 7 Rep 362 Posts Drives: 2011 VO 1M Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (1)	Here's some more, taken at the Welt today as I waited to receive my 2008 135 w/ iDrive. I'll have to agree that it just doesn't seem to look right. Alas, I may be biased considering my I was moments from receiving my 2008 ;-) __________________ --phil
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Coach Second Lieutenant 8 Rep 204 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: NASCAR Heaven iTrader: (0)	That trim is awesome!
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pheller First Lieutenant 7 Rep 362 Posts Drives: 2011 VO 1M Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (1)	Well, in my case, I can see there being times when I don't want this massive thing sticking out of the top of my dashboard. I have one more photo I took from through the rear window to get the width. Forgot the polarization filter, sorry about the reflection. __________________ --phil
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JLight Private First Class 1 Rep 168 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jul 2008 iTrader: (0)	That is a nice big screen! __________________ Future 2009 135 Vert Owner: Alpine White, Red, Black Trim & Top Cold Weather, Premium & Sport Package 6-Man, Comf. Access, PDC, Nav, HD, Sat. Radio, Premium Hi-Fi, Ipod, Smartphone integ. - Finished Production 1st week of Sept. - - 9/11/08 = 1er arrived at the port - 9/16/08 = Don Q to USA - 10/3/08 = Arrived to VPC in Georgia - Estimated Delivery = WHO KNOWS?
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Brady1984 Lieutenant 186 Rep 413 Posts Drives: 2015 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma iTrader: (0)	I am not 100% in love with the new iDrive but I would like to see it in person. The resolution is supposed to be much better but it does look like an afterthought to me. __________________ "Most things I worry about never happen anyway" -Tom Petty
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09-15-2008, 05:37 PM	#42
x97Melbourne Molar World 47 Rep 916 Posts Drives: 2016 435i Coupe Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	i like the pop up screen better. seems "neater" and more organized. i would think the nav screen would be DOWN at most times for most drivers.... by the way, NICE CAR enjoy __________________ Current: 2016 435i Coupe Previous: 2014 335i Sedan; 2013 328i Cv, 2011 335i Sedan Gone But Not Forgotten: 2008 135i Convertible (my favorite)
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09-15-2008, 07:20 PM	#43
pavelitto Second Lieutenant 20 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 135i Performance Join Date: May 2008 Location: Uk/Pol iTrader: (0)	For the size of the screen the still did pretty good job fitting it there (It is quite low so it doesn't stick out to much... (for the size) The plastic finish could be of the better quality though (just by looking at it on the photos) __________________ 135i Performance
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