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06-13-2011, 07:43 AM | #1 |
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Looking to get a f10
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I would just like your opinion on what would be the best optional extras to get on a 520d msport f10. I need something that will include navigation and iPod playback so was wondering if anyone could recommend any of the optional extras to get when ordering. Many thanks |
06-13-2011, 08:09 AM | #2 |
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Media Professional and Visibility Pack are essential options IMO, anything else is a bonus! You will get full iPod integration with pro. media.
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06-13-2011, 10:59 AM | #4 |
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Nope, that's the highest. You can add other bits to improve the quality of the output, eg. Logic 7 (which is a better amplifier and speakers) and a different speaker package. In terms of integration it's the same. There's also an option to allow streaming of music via Bluetooth if that's your thing.
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06-13-2011, 12:14 PM | #5 |
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Prof Media 100% It's half the car without it in my opinion. Sports Auto with sports steering wheel would be my second recommendation, it's superb. The one thing I did not get which I wish I had was the ambient lighting.
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06-13-2011, 12:27 PM | #6 |
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In addition to what has already been said ........ if you like music and spend a lot of time in the car (and your budget allows) worth considering the Pro speakers, I have them on my current F11 and they are awesome ..... and in light of the other thread ..... the full black panel is now a zero cost option !
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06-14-2011, 10:49 AM | #7 |
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Thats great, so definitely the professional media package! What about driving aids such as adaptive steering? I've been looking at reviews and it seems the majority say that it isn't worth the money
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I am guessing that your choice of a 520d probably means you don't intend to be racing the car a whole lot and couldn't give a toss for this option I really cannot think of anything else that I wish I had added. Things like the all round cameras sound pretty cool but unless I was living in london and parking on their busy streets I would never need it. I'm struggling to think of anything else. Why not take a test drive in one that's fully loaded and see what you like. Oh, I thought of one. I have an F11 and I wish I had bought the boot liner. When I am hustling around the country roads or a roundabout I find things do roll about back there quite a lot. |
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06-15-2011, 01:37 AM | #10 |
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USB in the arm rest is standard with Professional Media and you can get the F10/F11 boot-liner from the dealer anyway.
I haven't got the active suspension stuff - the review in What Car? said it was a must...
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06-15-2011, 07:11 AM | #12 |
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I think you're thinking of the Phone Integration USB, the USB for music is standard.
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06-15-2011, 09:19 AM | #15 |
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Blimey what options does it have? I bought a brand new 520d M-Sport with professional media, visibility pack (adaptive xenons are brilliant) and the cool reversing camera, and I still paid less than that!!
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06-15-2011, 09:30 AM | #16 |
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I got the salesman to email me the full spec of what the car had with it, just out of interest xenon how much did you pay for yours and how come it was a lot less including all the extras?
BMW 520d M Sport Saloon in Jet Black with the following options: Run-flat tyres Sport automatic transmission Alarm system (Thatcham 1) Model designation deletion Reversing Assist camera Floor mats, velour First Aid Kit & Triangle Ext. mirrors - folding, auto dimming Rear-view mirror, auto dimming Smokers package Elec Fr Seats + Driver Memory Seat heating, front Ambient lighting Headlight wash Park Distance Control (PDC), front and rear Air conditioning, automatic with extended features Park Assist Head-up Display Loudspeaker system - BMW Professional USB audio interface Telephone USB audio interface Mobile application preparation Black panel display, full M rear spoiler Visibility package High-beam Assistant Adaptive Headlights Xenon headlights Media package - BMW Professional BMW Assist online portal Navigation system-BMW Professional Multimedia BMW Assist Bluetooth phone prep + telematics Voice Control M Sport Package Fineline Anthracite wood Sport seats, front M aerodynamic bodystyling Venetian Beige Dakota Leather Exterior trim, High-gloss Shadowline Alpine White Headlining, Anthracite M Steering Wheel Variable Damper Control (VDC) 19" M Double-spoke style 351M alloy wheels |
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06-15-2011, 09:34 AM | #17 |
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Mine had all that except:
No VDC 18" wheels not 19" No HUD Manual not auto Mine's Jet Black too! Those options I guess are about £2-3k so the list is less than 43000. Have you gone on to the configurator with exactly those options? this is mine
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06-15-2011, 09:38 AM | #18 |
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Yeah I have and it came up with £44,980. But that was with the car in Alpine White which I would prefer, also I wouldn't particularly want the Head-Up Display. What difference does the Variable Damper Control make if anyone knows or xenon how is your ride at the moment?
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06-15-2011, 09:42 AM | #19 |
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I have no problems at all NOT having the VDC, I think the car handles very well for such a car and I just came from an e92 M-Sport. What Car? magazine seemed to think it's a must but I haven't driven one so-equipped. I think the ride and handling is good though, other than the vague straight-ahead steering which VDC wouldn't address anyway. Those options are more than I thought - my list was £36,420 I think but I paid less than that.
It's a great car though - if you can afford it, go for it, but I'd personally be wanting a bit more off.
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06-15-2011, 09:44 AM | #20 |
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Also coming from a car that doesn't have VDC I guess it wouldn't make much difference at all. I think I may just order a brand new one instead of going for the demo. I was looking at the configurator and was wondering what the Voice Control was and what functions it had?
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06-15-2011, 09:46 AM | #21 |
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Voice Control is standard with professional media - I love it
I've sent you a PM. *edit* no I haven't - you haven't been on long enough. I was going to send you details of my contact who *will* give you the best deal. Post your email address up and I'll send it - you can remove it after
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