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JSal16 · 05-16-2013, 04:55 PM

I'm pretty sure my car only has four speakers. I know it did not come with the upgraded HK system that's an option from the factory that I believe adds tweeters in the doors by the side mirrors. Not looking for crazy base or anything just really crisp and loud enough that i can hear the music with the windows down without having to turn the stereo volume to full blast mode.

Has anyone upgraded the speakers in there coupe? Would you trust the guys at per say Best Buy to work on your car? Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks, JSal.

Pig Farmer · 05-16-2013, 07:42 PM

Based on what you are looking for I would suggest the following (relatively) simple solution. First, get the tweeter pods for the doors. You can find the part # on realoemparts.com. Then go on eBay and get a couple BMW 4" Logic7 speakers and the Logic7 tweeters. These speakers should be plug-n-play for you existing speaker wires and are a little bit better than the base speakers in your car. Replacing the speakers is pretty simple, but I wouldn't trust a big box store to do the work. You can find a video on how to remove the door panel, etc. on YouTube. Search for BSW speaker installation. There's a two part video for the 1 series. Instead of replacing the head unit, I would get a JBL MS-8. A member on this forum makes a harness that you can use to connect the OEM wiring to an aftermarket amplifier. Again, pretty much plug-n-play. His member name is Technic. The MS-8 will clean up the sound and have plenty of power to drive the Logic7 speakers. In addition, the MS-8 will allow you to expand your system if you decide at a later date to add a subwoofer, center channel, additional amps, etc. Check it out.

Harlequin · 05-17-2013, 01:37 AM

Just get the BMW Alpine Hifi Retrofit Kit.

Simple. Plug'n'play. Sounds great.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=505654

AJx · 05-17-2013, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Harlequin

Just get the BMW Alpine Hifi Retrofit Kit.

Simple. Plug'n'play. Sounds great.

Does "plug and play" require taking it to a dealer at all?... BMW's labor rate is up there with royalty.

Harlequin · 05-17-2013, 05:20 AM

There are people on here who have done it themselves... Do a search....

Bordia · 05-18-2013, 01:52 AM

I was pointed to bsw who have a good two stage upgrade system for us non hk people.

DanG · 05-18-2013, 06:22 PM

I am sure that there are car audio specialist in your area. I took my car to Car Toys and they replaced all the speakers and added door tweeters. My factory speakers had paper cones. Obviously the sound is much improved. It even puts the HK system to shame.

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JSal16 New Member Drives: 2010 135i Coupe, 6-Speed Man. Join Date: May 2013 Location: San Diego, CA. Posts: 13 iTrader: (0)	Want to upgrade stereo in 2010 135i Coupe I'm pretty sure my car only has four speakers. I know it did not come with the upgraded HK system that's an option from the factory that I believe adds tweeters in the doors by the side mirrors. Not looking for crazy base or anything just really crisp and loud enough that i can hear the music with the windows down without having to turn the stereo volume to full blast mode. Has anyone upgraded the speakers in there coupe? Would you trust the guys at per say Best Buy to work on your car? Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks, JSal.
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Harlequin Colonel Drives: '11 BMW 135i M Sport Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Brisbane, Australia BMW Club QLD Member Posts: 2,529 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i M Sport [4.58]	Just get the BMW Alpine Hifi Retrofit Kit. Simple. Plug'n'play. Sounds great. http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=505654 __________________ AW3 135i \| BMW Performance: 313 Rims, Exhaust, Diffuser, Spoiler, Grills & Pedals \| DCT \| BMS CAI \| Eibach Pro Kit \| M3 Swaybar \| P3 Vent Gauge \| M3 Steering Wheel ///M Mirrors \| Kerscher Splitter \| LUX V3 \| Blackline LCI Tails \| Octane Tint \| Alpine Hi-Fi \| JL Audio 10W6v2 \| Pioneer Amp \| Black Roof

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Harlequin Colonel Drives: '11 BMW 135i M Sport Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Brisbane, Australia BMW Club QLD Member Posts: 2,529 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW 135i M Sport [4.58]	There are people on here who have done it themselves... Do a search.... __________________ AW3 135i \| BMW Performance: 313 Rims, Exhaust, Diffuser, Spoiler, Grills & Pedals \| DCT \| BMS CAI \| Eibach Pro Kit \| M3 Swaybar \| P3 Vent Gauge \| M3 Steering Wheel ///M Mirrors \| Kerscher Splitter \| LUX V3 \| Blackline LCI Tails \| Octane Tint \| Alpine Hi-Fi \| JL Audio 10W6v2 \| Pioneer Amp \| Black Roof

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05-16-2013, 07:42 PM	#2
Pig Farmer Lieutenant Drives: 2009 BMW 135i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 488 iTrader: (0)	Based on what you are looking for I would suggest the following (relatively) simple solution. First, get the tweeter pods for the doors. You can find the part # on realoemparts.com. Then go on eBay and get a couple BMW 4" Logic7 speakers and the Logic7 tweeters. These speakers should be plug-n-play for you existing speaker wires and are a little bit better than the base speakers in your car. Replacing the speakers is pretty simple, but I wouldn't trust a big box store to do the work. You can find a video on how to remove the door panel, etc. on YouTube. Search for BSW speaker installation. There's a two part video for the 1 series. Instead of replacing the head unit, I would get a JBL MS-8. A member on this forum makes a harness that you can use to connect the OEM wiring to an aftermarket amplifier. Again, pretty much plug-n-play. His member name is Technic. The MS-8 will clean up the sound and have plenty of power to drive the Logic7 speakers. In addition, the MS-8 will allow you to expand your system if you decide at a later date to add a subwoofer, center channel, additional amps, etc. Check it out.

05-18-2013, 01:52 AM	#6
Bordia New Member Drives: Black 2009 135I Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 25 iTrader: (0)	I was pointed to bsw who have a good two stage upgrade system for us non hk people.

05-18-2013, 06:22 PM	#7
DanG Enlisted Member Drives: 2011 128i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Seattle Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	I am sure that there are car audio specialist in your area. I took my car to Car Toys and they replaced all the speakers and added door tweeters. My factory speakers had paper cones. Obviously the sound is much improved. It even puts the HK system to shame.