matt45

looking forward to a digital tv tuner being on that list.

Always been with NAC Have bad history so it isn't cheap. i dont even ask for quote any more i just give them the creditcard and say bill me (not like anyone else will insure me anyway!) They have always paid out and they let you take the car where ever you like for repairs. They have a small windscreen excess but thats kinda "so what" considering the cost of replacement is quite large for most OEM Euro.

it is expensive but thats because there is more to it than adding a webcam to the bootlid. imo dont think its necessary if you have parking sensors

Wouldn't take WOF as any kinda guidance on whether or not it is correct, took a Falcon for a COF (comercial WOF) at VTNZ and they asked if it was front or rear wheel drive after being under the car!

+1 illegal for a reason. there is a reason they cost considerably more than standard when optioned new. A. they are a totally different headlight b. it has other extra systems inc auto leveling and washers.

SWauto prices http://swautomotive.co.nz/product/oemt%20_IN.pdf so nav/radio using second hand unit 2k. (replacing the unit for nav negates the need to recode the radio from jap as this is done when you convert the nav). conversion on the old e39 system is 800-1500 depending on what you do and where the parts come from. the button pressing process cannot be used on idrive systems.

Radio can be done via coding (about $300 to get someone to do it for you) its not simple and the equipment to do it will cost you more than $300 so dont bother unless you plan to do lots of cars. DO NOT USE A BAND EXPANDER THESE ARE S***. You will either have the CCC or new CIC system (i think yours will be CCC) CCC is the one with 1 or 2 buttons by the idrive wheel and CIC has 7? buttons around the wheel. CCC Nav works off a DVD/CD for the NAV, the disc itself is rather easy to obtain (can use an australian one as it contains NZ and AU maps) but for the Nav to work in NZ it will require a complete CCC computer replacement and recoding, this would run you around 2k+ there is NO way around this do not let anyone trick you into thinking its just a map CD its most definitely NOT. CIC Nav is harddrive based which requires the maps to be loaded to the internal hard drive and the FSC? code which is specific to the VIN of the car to be registered (i dont know the pricing on this but im pretty sure being an '06 your CCC anyway) note im pretty sure this would require CIC unit replacement and coding. Phone, depends what is in there now? if its a actual phone handset then its throw away it won't work in NZ. If its bluetooth (almost all japs seem to lack this, idk why) then you should be good to go just pair your phone. it is posible to retrofit bluetooth (if you have nothing or you have a jap phone) but its not cheap and requires hardware (new TCU) and coding. this is also in the 1-2k mark as far as i am aware. I have the factory bluetooth (nz new) i can honestly say its the best handsfree i've ever owned or used. absolutely perfect quality, sounds just as good as talking on the handset itself if not better, the system pulls your address book to the idrive, pairs flawlessly every time you put you key in and also displays your reception on the idrive screen.

good price ... i'd kill for an E90 set

Hi Dave, Are these run flats? if so i'd be happy to take them off your hands, can pickup anytime.

might be able to get a cheap wing here.

*thread resurrection* any news on a DVB-T solution for E90 with CCC system?

Get an E90 (or something with FOB only) then u dont have a "key" at all ... just kinda awkward when the electric steering locks stops working

no thats not normal for any car. cooling system is full of recycled plastic. Generally speaking needs an overhaul around 100-130k mark depending on how old it is. You may get away with replacing one failed component at a time but if you have the money its good to replace everything at once.

cool just PM me your address its not very big can just send via normal mail (its only for the nav/monitor not the rest of the car)

The OEM in dash monitor is exactly that JUST a monitor. All the graphics are generated by the tv/video module in the boot. it is a complex/expensive but not imposible retro fit (at least 2k) alternative would be to install a dynavin unit which fits straight into the space and doesn't require all the other modules.

I seem to have inadvertantly acquired an original NZ manual for the NAV system in a E46. It says E46 on the book but i imagine would apply to anything with the older IBUS NAV system. Not really exciting but thought someone might want to complete their owners manual pack, maybe someone who's done a jap retrofit? Free to a good home.

welcome! would be interested in seeing some pics! import or nz new?

probably due to the prices on the option list! Even now days on a 3 series NAV is over 7k (business nav now standard on 5 series)

For that price point ur not going to get full msport kit, seats etc unfortunately

I believe there is still a hardware component as well as software that must be replaced. Also worth noting that the tv wont work once analog is turned off in NZ (which will be periodically in the next year or 2) here is another altho an 04, but NZ new and with NAV etc! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/...n-409387856.htm when you see 2005 it may not actually be an 05 this is just the date of first rego. you need to check the VIN for the actual build date.

Agreed ... tospot ... he didn't give an indication of what he wanted for it and then complained that he got to many people calling asking him what he would take.

The amount of photos I've seen of the cluster with the car running and an engine check light is ridiculous

tow bar parking sensor

re: 1. i was under the impression that there was physically no room for a spare due to the diff placement? meaning BMW would i imagine be very reluctant to sell a car without an emergency solution ( i could be wrong) 2. 3. yea thats what i was thinking, also just realized there is probably no jack either?

didn't understand a word of that