iPod interface adaptor on a 2005 545i
Thread Starter
Members
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 41
Likes: 0
From: Socal
I'm looking to get an iPod interface adapter on my 2005 545i. Any suggestions other than the one from BMW? My car has the Navi and Logic7. The dealer wants $490 for the installation, apparently they have to reprogram the iDrive. I thought I can just disable the CD changer, connect the iPod interface adaptor and I'm set. Any input/help will be apppreciated. Thanks guys! 
Contributors
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 2,306
Likes: 0
From: Temecula, Ca
My Ride: '10 Switzer "Ultimate Street Edition" GT-R
Originally Posted by joshz' post='833365' date='Apr 1 2009, 02:34 PM
I'm looking to get an iPod interface adapter on my 2005 545i. Any suggestions other than the one from BMW? My car has the Navi and Logic7. The dealer wants $490 for the installation, apparently they have to reprogram the iDrive. I thought I can just disable the CD changer, connect the iPod interface adaptor and I'm set. Any input/help will be apppreciated. Thanks guys!
Thread Starter
Members
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 41
Likes: 0
From: Socal
Originally Posted by skeeter' post='833368' date='Apr 1 2009, 06:36 PM
You have to disconnect the cd changer...Then you can install the ipod device yourself...Once your done you have to go to the dealer and have them program your car...No way around it....It should only take an hour though for the software upgrade...
Anybody looking for a CD changer???
Members
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 163
Likes: 0
From: Fayettenam, NC
My Ride: '04 545I
SPORTS SUPENSION
DINAN CAI
DINAN STAGE 2
WISH LIST:
RPI SCOOPS
BODY KIT
NEW FEET (RIMS)
I purchased the interface from NewPort BMW after seeing their post for 25% off parts for E60 member. I was quaoted $231 for the interface, by far the cheapest price I've seen. Depending on your dealers hourly charge, you may be able to come out at just over $300.
Contributors
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 2,306
Likes: 0
From: Temecula, Ca
My Ride: '10 Switzer "Ultimate Street Edition" GT-R
I called my local dealer and they quoted me $210 for the software upgrade....I'll check a couple other dealers and see what they say...
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=59271
There is a link on how to install it...
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=59271
There is a link on how to install it...
Thread Starter
Members
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 41
Likes: 0
From: Socal
Originally Posted by hoodwink33' post='833400' date='Apr 1 2009, 07:01 PM
I purchased the interface from NewPort BMW after seeing their post for 25% off parts for E60 member. I was quaoted $231 for the interface, by far the cheapest price I've seen. Depending on your dealers hourly charge, you may be able to come out at just over $300.
Members
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
If using iDrive to control your iPod isn't a concern (not sure if that is what you are trying to accomplish) then go for the Aux Input. $65 for the part and 1 hour of labor (install and software) which was $145 at my dealer.
Contributors
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 2,306
Likes: 0
From: Temecula, Ca
My Ride: '10 Switzer "Ultimate Street Edition" GT-R
Originally Posted by joshz' post='833424' date='Apr 1 2009, 03:21 PM
Newport Beach, CA? E60 member?
Members
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 163
Likes: 0
From: Fayettenam, NC
My Ride: '04 545I
SPORTS SUPENSION
DINAN CAI
DINAN STAGE 2
WISH LIST:
RPI SCOOPS
BODY KIT
NEW FEET (RIMS)
Originally Posted by joshz' post='833424' date='Apr 1 2009, 07:21 PM
Newport Beach, CA? E60 member?
From: Garry Romani <GRomani@bmwofnewport.com>
Subject: Re: E60.net Forum
To:<hoodwink33@yahoo.com>
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 8:51 AM
I-Pod kit 231.00
Plus shipping
Garry
401-847-9600 ext 2448
