BMW Performance Steering wheel w/ LED's!!!

[1SerieStud]

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Hello all,

I recently purchased a test fitted but never used performance steering wheel (no paddle cutouts) from another member, which got to me yesterday. The wheel looks superb and came with all components including a user's manual.

This thread is to simply test the waters and see if there is any interest in this wheel before I have it installed, since yesterday BMW finally released the new performance wheel, and I may be interested in that one. The advantage of getting this one is obviously the hefty discount and not having to pay the $1499 that they listed for when available.

Also, as a bonus, this one comes with the alcantara-wrapped trim and a set of control buttons, so whoever ends up with this wheel will be able to sell the stock one as a whole, minus the airbag.

Throw some offers my way if interested! I'm looking to be in the $800-900 range.

Thanks!

And now to the eye candy:

[dmw16]

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[1SerieStud]

Originally Posted by dmw16

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[Maconer98]

What is the difference between yours and the new one that BMW just announced?

[onefastman]

Just look.

I have the wheel you are selling and can attest that it is a GREAT piece to have. If you track your car then the oil/water temp gauge is great to have!

[1SerieStud]

Originally Posted by Maconer98

What is the difference between yours and the new one that BMW just announced?

As onefastman said, functionality is amazing. The functionality is the same for both wheels. The one I just got is made of leather AND alcantara sides, whereas the new one is all alcantara. Also, the new one has the flat bottom like the non-electric existing one. It's just a matter of preference.

[dmw16]

Originally Posted by 1SerieStud

As onefastman said, functionality is amazing. The functionality is the same for both wheels. The one I just got is made of leather AND alcantara sides, whereas the new one is all alcantara. Also, the new one has the flat bottom like the non-electric existing one. It's just a matter of preference.

The new one has slightly different shaped shift lights that I believe are oLED.

Functionally they are essentially the same and it's a matter of taste.

[1SerieStud]

Bump! Thread updated with pics!

[Maconer98]

Originally Posted by onefastman

Just look.

I have the wheel you are selling and can attest that it is a GREAT piece to have. If you track your car then the oil/water temp gauge is great to have!

I've looked but couldn't really tell the difference.

[1SerieStud]

Bumpity bump! Lots of interest and 2 prospect buyers, however, payment has yet to come through. First person ready to pay keeps the wheel! .

All boxed up and ready to ship today!

[e46m3to335i]

Very tempting! Can you tell me what it envolves to transfer my airbag in to this steering wheel? Im a newb when it comes to steering wheels. Basically, does this have to be installed by a dealership or is it a DIY thing??

-Nick

[1SerieStud]

Originally Posted by e46m3to335i

Very tempting! Can you tell me what it envolves to transfer my airbag in to this steering wheel? Im a newb when it comes to steering wheels. Basically, does this have to be installed by a dealership or is it a DIY thing??

-Nick

There is a lengthy but detailed DIY, or you can pay the dealer the 1.5 hours per instructions to install. It shouldn't be too difficult. The airbag pops out by sticking a medium sized flathead screwdriver into the dimples on the side of the steering wheel. By the way, battery MUST be disconnected while doing this.

[1SerieStud]

SOLD!