Radio Faceplate?

tridens · 04-20-2009, 08:57 PM

The BMW radio doesn't have the typical, aftermarket rectangular form like an Alpine/Kenwood/Sony/etc. Can someone educate me as to how the rounded look is accomplished? Is it just a faceplate that can be pulled off?

The reason I ask is because I might need to drill a hole in my dash around the radio ... and I'm sure as hell not doing THAT until I also have an OEM replacement piece. Any ideas?

Finally, could someone with a 135i Coupe, Premium Audio, NO HD nor iDriven take a picture of their radio/dash/center console?

Talking about either of these pieces:

tridens · 04-22-2009, 09:09 AM

No one has a 135i with the premium audio package, without HD, without iDrive?

Alec693 · 04-22-2009, 09:50 AM

I can have the pic for you, in about 2 months, haven't gotten my car yet, going to the dealer this weekend, if I can I'll snap a quick pic of any 135i I check out.

tridens · 04-23-2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Alec693

I can have the pic for you, in about 2 months, haven't gotten my car yet, going to the dealer this weekend, if I can I'll snap a quick pic of any 135i I check out.

You're on!

Thanks

jbvan · 04-23-2009, 11:46 AM

I have a 135i coupe with premium audio. I do not have HD, Sat radio or idrive and it looks like the radio here ( http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=206311 )
look at the post by Harold.

Looking at mine I don't see much room for drilling any holes.

If you are looking to get an OEM replacement piece I would talk to Dan at United BMW.

tridens · 04-23-2009, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbvan

I have a 135i coupe with premium audio. I do not have HD, Sat radio or idrive and it looks like the radio here ( http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=206311 )
look at the post by Harold.

Looking at mine I don't see much room for drilling any holes.

Thank you - yeah, I'm going to end up having to install my mount below the stereo via the heater/air control panel's faceplate.

john08135i · 04-23-2009, 12:41 PM

tridens · 04-24-2009, 06:42 AM

Thank you

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