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I hate to be a Debby downer, but here is my take.
Consider repair (rape?) costs of an iDrive esp when buying a used or out of warranty car.
Even CPO warranty does not cover iDrive - see how BMW values their own hardware?
I had my iDrive repaired AND replaced on 2009 535xiT
1. DVD drive failed while under warranty - not too bad. About $600 to replace at indy shop. WTF?
2. 6 month later after warranty expired, CCC unit (iDrive) died - $1500 to replace that POS.
That's a price of MacBook pro right there...
I don't really need iDrive, but since the car already has it, it can't go without it.
e.g I can adjust all the music settings, I can't switch to a radio or use my phone via BT, hell, I cant even switch from AC to heat mode!
IMO iDrive only subtracts from reliability rating of these cars and adds to an owner's expense.
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