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Is Navigation really worth it????

Old Aug 1, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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IMO no, but I guess it's like the sports package, you don't miss what you've never had. I just use my BB/google maps app. I think you see a lot of e60's with it as it's commonly put into the cars, unless ordered specifically not to be put in (as in my case)...
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 10:59 AM
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Nav is a MUST!! Just get it already!!
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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I think it is. I have a question though, for those that don't have the nav. system, what does the iDrive menu screen show?
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 01:30 PM
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Absolutely.

Routings and maps are excellent, having used TomTom since v1.

Best thing is it's fixed in the car no more windscreen mounts!!
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by E60714' post='637661' date='Aug 1 2008, 12:23 PM
I think it is. I have a question though, for those that don't have the nav. system, what does the iDrive menu screen show?

displays the main menu/"home" screen...


for me my ipod is always plugged in and on, so it shows the play list I am on and track info...
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 01:50 PM
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the iDrive is pointless without the Navi.
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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I don't know how you but I get lost all the time It is very good, it can help you find nearest BMW service, Restaurant, a place to park .. really great... A MUST!
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 03:49 PM
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worth every penny
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Jr5er' post='637553' date='Aug 1 2008, 12:14 PM
Is Navigation really worth it????
yes
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Old Aug 1, 2008 | 09:05 PM
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Nav + HUD =
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