iDrive Upgrade

Honny · 05-11-2011, 08:51 AM

Hi guys,

My car currently runs the gen1 idrive system (flip up) and is it possible to upgrade to the current gen2 version?. Im aware theres afew m3's with the conversion done online here and there but none with the 135i yet or atleast im aware of...

I know its possible (everything is) but will be time consuming and a costly process... however unless you have a gen 1 idrive u wont understand the pain

As you all know the two systems are very different and its a price im willing to pay for the conversion (to a reasonable amount).

So does anyone know anymore on this issue, or atleast where to start?

130iguy · 05-11-2011, 08:55 AM

time for a trade in?

BMW86 · 05-11-2011, 09:05 AM

Sorry I can't help, I too know the pain of the old idrive and it's more trouble than it's worth. If you find a solution that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, let me know because I know someone wanting the same thing. I actually delayed the order of my car by a couple months so I could get the new system. Good luck

Honny · 05-11-2011, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by 130iguy

time for a trade in?

thought about it however I wont get alot of money for the trade in... Plus whats the point in replacing a 135i with another 135i? and there isnt really any other new BMW I desperately want as the 135i tick all the boxes for a daily car.

I guess i wouldnt mind the DCT too, but the end of the day im happy with my current car... it hasn't got alot of kms anyway or maybe im just to emotionally attached to it.

Jeef Beef · 05-11-2011, 09:09 AM

Prohibitively expensive I would assume

Dackelone · 05-11-2011, 09:12 AM

I thought there is a indi company(in the states) that offers SW updates for older BMW iDrive's. I remember seeing someone here posting it before. ???

Trying to put in a new dash would be nuts! But having newer SW version might be nice. I am glad I did not opt for iDrive. lol

Jeef Beef · 05-11-2011, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dackelone

I thought there is a indi company(in the states) that offers SW updates for older BMW iDrive's. I remember seeing someone here posting it before. ???

Trying to put in a new dash would be nuts! But having newer SW version might be nice. I am glad I did not opt for iDrive. lol

Then you miss out on the awkward moment when you're driving a male friend, and you both reach for the knob to change the song.

Bonding experience.

amk2912 · 05-11-2011, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

Then you miss out on the awkward moment when you're driving a male friend, and you both reach for the knob to change the song.

Bonding experience.

Hmmm...never thought of that. Just have to till him to keep his hand off your knob! My kids fight over the music, I just listen to the engine.

However, I can only listen to Lady Gaga so many times before I turn the thing off and we all have to listen to the grumble of the V8.

BMW86 · 05-11-2011, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by amk2912

Hmmm...never thought of that. Just have to till him to keep his hand off your knob! My kids fight over the music, I just listen to the engine.

However, I can only listen to Lady Gaga so many times before I turn the thing off and we all have to listen to the grumble of the V8.

That would be a funny sight to see a V8 M3 cruising around with Lady Gaga playing

DMM · 05-11-2011, 04:30 PM

dont laugh, it happens in selected areas of sydney!

Honny · 05-12-2011, 07:43 AM

Haha guys back on track, so for those who has the professional nav how much does it cost as an option from the dealer? I got a quote from a vendor which I think isn't too bad for the parts required,however fitting and getting it work is another issue.

Jeef Beef · 05-12-2011, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by amk2912

Hmmm...never thought of that. Just have to till him to keep his hand off your knob! My kids fight over the music, I just listen to the engine.

However, I can only listen to Lady Gaga so many times before I turn the thing off and we all have to listen to the grumble of the V8.

Yeh, they never listen. I'm fine with the missus fiddling with my knob though

I don't see how you could ever listen to gaga over the V8.

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Originally Posted by Honny

Haha guys back on track, so for those who has the professional nav how much does it cost as an option from the dealer? I got a quote from a vendor which I think isn't too bad for the parts required,however fitting and getting it work is another issue.

IIRC, ~$5,000 factory option. The fitting is gonna be an absolute bitch, you're gonna have to rip out your old nav and then make sure the hole is big enough for the larger pro nav screen.

Honny · 05-13-2011, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

IIRC, ~$5,000 factory option. The fitting is gonna be an absolute bitch, you're gonna have to rip out your old nav and then make sure the hole is big enough for the larger pro nav screen.

Yep, from what i've read..

I just have to do my homework.... now i know its possible but i have to figure out how to install it. At $3200 for a basic quote isnt as bad as i thought, however fitting the damn thing i would imagine be quite a pain in the arse cause i definitely have no knowledge.

Honny · 08-27-2011, 05:51 AM

Sorry for bumping my old thread, But guys have you seen this?

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=513801

I was going to give up the idea of upgrading to the CIC iDrive but i'm looking into it again. I don't want to miss out on all the new technology available!

I just got it in my new C-Class and the COMMAND system is bloody brilliant. I hope this is just as good.

MikeVictor · 08-27-2011, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

I don't see how you could ever listen to gaga

Fixed.

BMW86 · 08-27-2011, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mattyv

Fixed.

Jeef Beef · 08-29-2011, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by mattyv

Fixed.

ROFL at necro post fix. Good to be back guys

05-11-2011, 08:51 AM	#1
Honny Captain 28 Rep 771 Posts Drives: Something Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	iDrive Upgrade Hi guys, My car currently runs the gen1 idrive system (flip up) and is it possible to upgrade to the current gen2 version?. Im aware theres afew m3's with the conversion done online here and there but none with the 135i yet or atleast im aware of... I know its possible (everything is) but will be time consuming and a costly process... however unless you have a gen 1 idrive u wont understand the pain As you all know the two systems are very different and its a price im willing to pay for the conversion (to a reasonable amount). So does anyone know anymore on this issue, or atleast where to start?
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Dackelone European Editor 10539 Rep 22,992 Posts Drives: N54 e82 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bayern, Germany iTrader: (1)	I thought there is a indi company(in the states) that offers SW updates for older BMW iDrive's. I remember seeing someone here posting it before. ??? Trying to put in a new dash would be nuts! But having newer SW version might be nice. I am glad I did not opt for iDrive. lol
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Honny Captain 28 Rep 771 Posts Drives: Something Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	Haha guys back on track, so for those who has the professional nav how much does it cost as an option from the dealer? I got a quote from a vendor which I think isn't too bad for the parts required,however fitting and getting it work is another issue.
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Honny Captain 28 Rep 771 Posts Drives: Something Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	Sorry for bumping my old thread, But guys have you seen this? http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=513801 I was going to give up the idea of upgrading to the CIC iDrive but i'm looking into it again. I don't want to miss out on all the new technology available! I just got it in my new C-Class and the COMMAND system is bloody brilliant. I hope this is just as good.
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