Dealer Lying About Alarm??

jmonier · 06-15-2007, 05:30 PM

The BMW Performance Center charges $450 for the alarm and installation/activation.

Autobot · 06-15-2007, 09:34 PM

I paid like 290-340 (can't remmeber) for the alarm, installed it myself and had te dealer program it for 110.

ksfrogman · 06-15-2007, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by anderson007

Go for a lo-jack with early warning. BMW alarm is a waste of money

I beg to differ, because I was told the same thing by my dealership.

However, the OEM alarm does integrate with the prewired functionality of the car. It lights up the clown nose, works with the key fob and comfort access with nice piezoelectric arm/disarm tones (like Toyota's), and uses the BMW Assist antenna.

It's a breeze to install yourself, and you cannot beat the price of the parts. The only disadvantage is that you must have the dealership activate it.

sterns · 06-16-2007, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by msimon18

I am having the alarm installed in my E93 Monday for $495. It will have the motion sensors - I verified this today.

Make sure you get that in writing, as I was told the same thing but it turned out not to be true. I did speak to BMWNA today and they are reviewing the case.

PSI Power · 06-16-2007, 12:30 AM

You can buy the BMW alarm here for $230 shipped:
http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...&siteid=214672

Install it yourself using the DIYs available on this forum.

The dealer will charge you 1 - 2 hours to program the alarm.

Fredric · 06-16-2007, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Magictek

My dealer installed the alarm for 695 or so. According to the manual it has a interior motion sensor if your windows are up (I have an e90). I have never tested this however. For the most part the blinking clown nose is what I am really paying for so that the theif will try for a 'easier' car next to mine...

There was a thread (don't recall whether it was here or on the Bimmerfest site) in which someone gave instructions for building a little switch to install in the mirror assembly, that would make the clown nose blink. Cost about $3.20.

Park2670 · 06-16-2007, 02:32 AM

The dealer should charge BMW to update the car. The only charge to you would be for retrofitting it to the vehicle and installation. I bill these things out all day. The plus is that you have the most updated version of software.

328droptop · 06-18-2007, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer335i07

If you want the shock sensor, you should read this thread.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45815

I haven't had time to get the parts, but when I do, I will do this mod.

Btw, I paid $495 for my alarmed installed.

hey i sent you a PM asking what dealership did it for $495? im close to where you live which is why im asking...thanks!

msimon18 · 07-09-2007, 08:34 AM

After 4 attempts they are now telling me that the motion sensors are EXTRA !! No way.....

Ph0zenstone · 07-09-2007, 08:54 AM

so is this the final result for all alarms? the sensors are extra? that really sux cuz they advertise their alarm as having those sensors and not mention having to pay extra

RiXst3r · 07-09-2007, 10:16 AM

I paid $425 installed from the dealer... this is whats called "internal new car pricing" ask for that... anything else is more profit.

Garrett · 07-09-2007, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bartman32

It's more of a deterent that to stop anyone. If someone REALLY wants to steal your car they will! I think of it more as a way to stop someone from breaking into it and stealing my shit.

The only way to steal a BMW is hall it up on a flatbed and drive away with it. If someone going to go threw all that, let them have the car. As for a deterent...

If they want the wallet/purse sitting on your seat or console (example) they will smash your window and take it regardless. Theives don't car about a loud alarm sound... they will be long gone before any bystandard cares to investigate.

I leave my doors unlocked all the times, just so would-be theives don't have to break anything to get what they want. I had a pair of Serengetti Drivers stolen a few years back, but at least I didn't have a broken window!!!

-Garrett

KEVIN88GT · 07-09-2007, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Fredric

There was a thread (don't recall whether it was here or on the Bimmerfest site) in which someone gave instructions for building a little switch to install in the mirror assembly, that would make the clown nose blink. Cost about $3.20.

has anyone had any luck finding that article?

MadDog · 07-09-2007, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by KEVIN88GT

has anyone had any luck finding that article?

Try here:

Blinking Clown Nose

KEVIN88GT · 07-09-2007, 04:11 PM

lol wow thats a little more involved than I hoped

gunner · 08-20-2007, 08:56 PM

I'm a little confused about the factory alarm and the OEM dealer-installed alarm (or DIY).

I have a "new" 2006 330i and it gives me audio feedback when I lock or unlock the doors. Also, the red LED on the mirror (is this what you refer to as the "Clown Nose") blinks when the car is locked with the FOB.

Does my new car have the full alarm installed? Or is this standard for a factory set up?

I did read the DIY thread on installing the alarm and it showed a sensor that installs in the overhead dome light unit. But my car's dome cover does not have open slots. I read where there is a bulletin on replacing this cover under warranty.

So, do I have all the alarm coming to me?

Thanks,

Scott

magmd · 08-20-2007, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Garrett

The only way to steal a BMW is hall it up on a flatbed and drive away with it. If someone going to go threw all that, let them have the car. As for a deterent...

If they want the wallet/purse sitting on your seat or console (example) they will smash your window and take it regardless. Theives don't car about a loud alarm sound... they will be long gone before any bystandard cares to investigate.

I leave my doors unlocked all the times, just so would-be theives don't have to break anything to get what they want. I had a pair of Serengetti Drivers stolen a few years back, but at least I didn't have a broken window!!!

-Garrett

ORLY??? Where exactly do you park....

j/k

Roundelman · 08-20-2007, 10:39 PM

Riddle me this- is there any way to remove the 'clown nose'?
It's the most obnoxious thing I've ever seen in a car.

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gunner Private 10 Rep 65 Posts Drives: Black 2006 330i Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Louisville, KY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	I'm a little confused about the factory alarm and the OEM dealer-installed alarm (or DIY). I have a "new" 2006 330i and it gives me audio feedback when I lock or unlock the doors. Also, the red LED on the mirror (is this what you refer to as the "Clown Nose") blinks when the car is locked with the FOB. Does my new car have the full alarm installed? Or is this standard for a factory set up? I did read the DIY thread on installing the alarm and it showed a sensor that installs in the overhead dome light unit. But my car's dome cover does not have open slots. I read where there is a bulletin on replacing this cover under warranty. So, do I have all the alarm coming to me? Thanks, Scott
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Roundelman Private 2 Rep 85 Posts Drives: '08 335 (pending) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0)	Riddle me this- is there any way to remove the 'clown nose'? It's the most obnoxious thing I've ever seen in a car.
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