335d base radio upgrade

Jerry Smith · 02-29-2012, 09:27 AM

Hi All,
I just purchased a new 2011 335d. It is a base model in crimson red. It has no options. The only two options I was interested in the split folding seat, and the Harmon Kardon stereo. The base model was the closest match to what I could afford, and I love the color.

I guess there is no practical way to change the seat, so I'll have to live with it?

I listen to my iPod most of the time when driving my current car, and the base model is not compatible with the BMW iPod USB adapter.

I found an adapter that is compatible with the base radio for $545, but that is too much money to spend just to attach my iPod to my base radio.
http://www.mobridge.us/compatibility.../1/36/13106/11
http://www.amazon.com/mObridge-A2010.../dp/B002Q4U7EM

I called a BMW parts store online, the Harmon Kardon system, an $875 option, costs over $3,000 for the parts alone. The Harmon Kardon head unit is $1,000.

I would also like to upgrade the sound system, and have satellite radio.
To upgrade the sound system I have decided to go with BSW (Bavarian SoundWerks), but I still have the problem of how to get satellite radio & my iPod to connect with the base radio.

BSW is compatible with BMW radio only, but upgrading my BMW radio seems impracticable. The cost is prohibitive. $1,000 for the head unit, another $400, or so for the BMW iPod USB adapter. Plus, the cost of the speaker upgrade from BSW.

Does anybody have any suggestions, I’m thinking of just wearing my headphones when I drive. It’s just crazy that they don’t put a mini-jack input in the base radio, so you can hook up any mp3 player to it, or for that matter it should accept a micro-SD card. None of those technologies are new, or expensive.

DieselDiner · 02-29-2012, 10:10 AM

Jerry, welcome to the board!

The best place to ask your question is the audio section of the forum - there are many threads there that might be of help, and many knowledgeable people that should be able to address your question. That section is found here: http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=27

GreekboyD · 02-29-2012, 08:37 PM

Crazy is wearing your headphones while driving dude. Just asking for trouble if you do that.

Jerry Smith · 02-29-2012, 11:06 PM

Thanks I moved the post.

02-29-2012, 09:27 AM	#1
Jerry Smith Enlisted Member 7 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Boonville, IN iTrader: (1)	335d base radio upgrade Hi All, I just purchased a new 2011 335d. It is a base model in crimson red. It has no options. The only two options I was interested in the split folding seat, and the Harmon Kardon stereo. The base model was the closest match to what I could afford, and I love the color. I guess there is no practical way to change the seat, so I'll have to live with it? I listen to my iPod most of the time when driving my current car, and the base model is not compatible with the BMW iPod USB adapter. I found an adapter that is compatible with the base radio for $545, but that is too much money to spend just to attach my iPod to my base radio. http://www.mobridge.us/compatibility.../1/36/13106/11 http://www.amazon.com/mObridge-A2010.../dp/B002Q4U7EM I called a BMW parts store online, the Harmon Kardon system, an $875 option, costs over $3,000 for the parts alone. The Harmon Kardon head unit is $1,000. I would also like to upgrade the sound system, and have satellite radio. To upgrade the sound system I have decided to go with BSW (Bavarian SoundWerks), but I still have the problem of how to get satellite radio & my iPod to connect with the base radio. BSW is compatible with BMW radio only, but upgrading my BMW radio seems impracticable. The cost is prohibitive. $1,000 for the head unit, another $400, or so for the BMW iPod USB adapter. Plus, the cost of the speaker upgrade from BSW. Does anybody have any suggestions, I’m thinking of just wearing my headphones when I drive. It’s just crazy that they don’t put a mini-jack input in the base radio, so you can hook up any mp3 player to it, or for that matter it should accept a micro-SD card. None of those technologies are new, or expensive.
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02-29-2012, 10:10 AM	#2
DieselDiner Lieutenant Colonel 505 Rep 1,614 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Home iTrader: (2)	Jerry, welcome to the board! The best place to ask your question is the audio section of the forum - there are many threads there that might be of help, and many knowledgeable people that should be able to address your question. That section is found here: http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=27 __________________
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02-29-2012, 08:37 PM	#3
GreekboyD Brigadier General 416 Rep 3,051 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	Crazy is wearing your headphones while driving dude. Just asking for trouble if you do that.
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02-29-2012, 11:06 PM	#4
Jerry Smith Enlisted Member 7 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Boonville, IN iTrader: (1)	Thanks I moved the post.
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