Possible to add iDrive to non-iDrive 135i?

Bimmer_Freak · 02-06-2011, 11:24 PM

I'm looking for a used 135i and there are a few on the market now that would otherwise be perfect for me, however they have no iDrive!

Is it possible to add the iDrive or at least the navigation system after the car has already been built?

Also what extra benefits does iDrive give you other than sat nav?

05C4R · 02-06-2011, 11:34 PM

i'm pretty sure the whole dash would need changing

Stuart@BMRAutowerkes · 02-06-2011, 11:46 PM

possible yes.

feasible no.

psalm40 · 02-07-2011, 12:09 AM

iDrive gives you a user interface for the car.
1.)SatNav
2.)Bluetooth phone book display
3.)Audio controls for FM/AM/Sat/CD/ipod
4.)On board computer controls
5.)After March of '11 it will have the optional "BMW Connect"....
Basically, besides the nav, it gives you a nice color screen to do all the other car functions that one would control with the small gauge cluster screen or the dash radio screen. I had used the first generation iDrive, and the 2011 blows it away. I really like it and could not imagine owning the car without it.

I have only owned mine for a week, so if I missed something, I am honestly just trying to be helpful!

MikeVictor · 02-07-2011, 12:28 AM

If you had a dealer agree to do it, I'd hate to see the cost. Personally I can do without it and concentrate on the reason I bought the car-the drive.

Zuzu · 02-07-2011, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mattyv

If you had a dealer agree to do it, I'd hate to see the cost.

Especially if they quote like this..

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=484698

MrBlonde · 02-07-2011, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmroxm5

possible yes.

feasible no.

Bingo. If you want iDrive, buy an iDrive car. If you want Sat Nav you can always get an aftermarket solution.

banglemangle · 02-07-2011, 07:13 AM

I wouldn't.

I have idrive and to my thinking its rubbish.

Have a garmin gps that has a better screen, better software and all the radar traps - $200 lol

Jeef Beef · 02-07-2011, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by banglemangle

I wouldn't.

I have idrive and to my thinking its rubbish.

Have a garmin gps that has a better screen, better software and all the radar traps - $200 lol

It is possible to unlock the software on the BMW Nav so that it also has camera locations.

However this endeavour would cost more than a brand new Garmin.

WOPALX · 02-07-2011, 06:56 PM

There is a retrofit available for the e9x's so I'm sure these guys could do similar for 1ER.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=460591

WOPALX · 02-07-2011, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

It is possible to unlock the software on the BMW Nav so that it also has camera locations.

However this endeavour would cost more than a brand new Garmin.

You'll have to have a closer look at my Nav mate, fixed speed cameras, Red Light cameras and School zones on the screen.

Dunno how it would be done for the HDD nav but the DVD versions are doable.

Jeef Beef · 02-07-2011, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WOPALX

You'll have to have a closer look at my Nav mate, fixed speed cameras, Red Light cameras and School zones on the screen.

Dunno how it would be done for the HDD nav but the DVD versions are doable.

Would be extremely useful. Always thought the BMW nav was lacking in anything other that direction giving.

Having all the restaurant's phone numbers saved is cool though, very convenient when I need to make a last minute booking change.

WOPALX · 02-07-2011, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

Would be extremely useful. Always thought the BMW nav was lacking in anything other that direction giving.

Having all the restaurant's phone numbers saved is cool though, very convenient when I need to make a last minute booking change.

You might have to rummage through my boot at MDTC as there is a spare prof nav disk there I think with the cameras etc added

Tab135 · 01-16-2013, 09:21 PM

Digging up an old thread, it is actually possible to fit the satnav to a dash with out a storage bin/satnav compartment, BMW can supply the cut out template to fit it.

flinchy · 01-17-2013, 02:20 AM

plus, there's dynavin these days for those that want a reasonable option.

1SER135 · 01-17-2013, 02:27 AM

Ill be selling my Full CCC Business Nav in two weeks if anyone is interested. Thats Screen, Headunit and I-Drive Controler.

Btw, i have the late CCC nav so it has the new I-Drive controller.

$1000 + Shipping to where ever you want.

John_01 · 01-17-2013, 05:18 AM

I still don't know why people get excited by BMW iDrive and Sat nav. If you owned one you would probably realize its a waste of space. Just get a Tom Tom and be happy!

Knightelf · 01-17-2013, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John_01

I still don't know why people get excited by BMW iDrive and Sat nav. If you owned one you would probably realize its a waste of space. Just get a Tom Tom and be happy!

I used to want one, but when I drive the X3 which has it I never touch it. I suppose I just wanted a screen to look cool. Now I'm glad I saved the $$!

Mechz · 01-17-2013, 05:15 PM

It's the clean look and not having to stick and unstick something to the windscreen every time you want to use it.

I would love it but not worth the cost to install me thinks.

white08135i · 03-21-2014, 11:01 PM

i know its an old thread. but was this ever done?

arthurtwp · 03-21-2014, 11:14 PM

I think curare86 has done it ...... but its quite an expensive and radical job

ItsHectic · 03-22-2014, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psalm40

5.)After March of '11 it will have the optional "BMW Connect"....

I have only owned mine for a week, so if I missed something, I am honestly just trying to be helpful!

How is connecteddrive? I can see on the BMW page it looks like you can make your cars horn honk from the phone?

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