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sardius · 01-06-2011, 02:54 PM

Hi guys!

I don't think our canadian 1ers come with auto folding mirror option when parked (not sure)? In any event, mine doesn't. I was wondering if it is possible at all to have them installed on my car at the dealership or something? How doable is this? Has anyone done this before? What changes are involved (ie software, motorized mirrors, etc...)? Is it really worth it? I have to park in a tight space in my condo and the lady next to my spot keeps rubbing against the mirrors.

Thanks for your input

Sardius

Tom K. · 01-06-2011, 07:40 PM

While I doubt it's an easy retrofit, have you checked with your dealer?

Tom

Dabaitu · 01-06-2011, 07:53 PM

Just fold them in manually?

sardius · 01-06-2011, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom K.

While I doubt it's an easy retrofit, have you checked with your dealer?

Tom

Will do Tom, thanks. I just wanted to hear from experts on this forum ahead of time about pros and cons. I will be checking in for an appointment next week.

NYC6 · 01-06-2011, 11:27 PM

I would have a little chat with the woman.

sardius · 01-06-2011, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by NYC6

I would have a little chat with the woman.

I thought about that, but that won't make her any slimmer.

ZIPNBYE · 01-07-2011, 11:00 AM

2009MY cars had the option, as part of one of the packages. Ours has it.

fwmcb · 01-08-2011, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sardius

I thought about that, but that won't make her any slimmer.

lol... I had the same problem with my old neighbour... not much you can do but in my case some neighbourhood children pointing and laughing as she had to squeeze between two cars inspired her to join weight watchers...

BuckarooVT90 · 01-08-2011, 10:01 AM

this is what you need:

http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=2016

I got the SmartTop version works great! Relatively easy install.

Tom K. · 01-08-2011, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BuckarooVT90

this is what you need:

http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=2016

I got the SmartTop version works great! Relatively easy install.

That won't help the OP as he does not have folding mirrors installed. All that does is to allow them to be operated by the remote.

Tom

sardius · 01-08-2011, 01:13 PM

^ Correct. My mirrors are manually folded, no motors.

BuckarooVT90 · 01-09-2011, 10:20 AM

that sux, I figured all '11 135i's had this as part of the premium package... I guess they figure it would give the canadians fits if it got frozen in the folded position...

Tom K. · 01-09-2011, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckarooVT90

that sux, I figured all '11 135i's had this as part of the premium package... I guess they figure it would give the canadians fits if it got frozen in the folded position...

Although one would think that some of the mirror heat could be directed to the folding mechanism...

Tom

Spartikus · 01-14-2011, 12:19 PM

Do you have to push a button to make them fold? Or is it an option for them to do it automatically in park.

Tom K. · 01-14-2011, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Spartikus

Do you have to push a button to make them fold? Or is it an option for them to do it automatically in park.

Pushing the switch is necessary, except that if they are already folded, they will automatically fold out when the speed reaches 25 mph.

Tom

Spartikus · 01-14-2011, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom K.

Pushing the switch is necessary, except that if they are already folded, they will automatically fold out when the speed reaches 25 mph.

Tom

Thanks, Tom!

01-06-2011, 02:54 PM	#1
sardius Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 270 iTrader: (0)	Auto folding mirrors Hi guys! I don't think our canadian 1ers come with auto folding mirror option when parked (not sure)? In any event, mine doesn't. I was wondering if it is possible at all to have them installed on my car at the dealership or something? How doable is this? Has anyone done this before? What changes are involved (ie software, motorized mirrors, etc...)? Is it really worth it? I have to park in a tight space in my condo and the lady next to my spot keeps rubbing against the mirrors. Thanks for your input Sardius __________________ MY2011 135i / 6MT / Alpine White / Navigation / Premium Pack / BMW Performance Exhaust / aFe Pro Dry S
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sardius Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 270 iTrader: (0)	^ Correct. My mirrors are manually folded, no motors. __________________ MY2011 135i / 6MT / Alpine White / Navigation / Premium Pack / BMW Performance Exhaust / aFe Pro Dry S

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BuckarooVT90 Private First Class Drives: '13 Z4 sDrive35i DCT Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 186 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 Z4 Sdrive35i [0.00] 2011 135i [0.00]	this is what you need: http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=2016 I got the SmartTop version works great! Relatively easy install.

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Spartikus Second Lieutenant Drives: Twin-Turbos Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: TheDarkSide Posts: 295 iTrader: (0)	Do you have to push a button to make them fold? Or is it an option for them to do it automatically in park.