[Rollo`]

Originally Posted by TJZ67201

Yes, the car will have a standard radio just not HD radio (or XM)

That article states that they will KEEP the HUD in the M240i's so that's nice!

I don't think that is accurate. Maybe the M2 will keep it. The 240i configuration automatically deletes HUD.

[TJZ67201]

Originally Posted by Rollo`

I don't think that is accurate. Maybe the M2 will keep it. The 240i configuration automatically deletes HUD.

Nope, no HUD delete in the US. It's still part of the premium package, but only the M240, literally what that article stated

[Rollo`]

I just completed a build and still see the xm and hud delete and I am in the US. See screenshot attached.

[jpcoop]

Originally Posted by Rollo`

I just completed a build and still see the xm and hud delete and I am in the US. See screenshot attached.

“HD” means “HD Radio”, not heads up display.

[Rollo`]

Originally Posted by jpcoop

“HD” means “HD Radio”, not heads up display.

Thanks for clarifying.

[Vudumonkey25]

Originally Posted by Rollo`

I just completed a build and still see the xm and hud delete and I am in the US. See screenshot attached.

Where do I see that breakdown with prices and delete? I have a m240i in the production queue. I dont care about the satellite radio deletion but I like to keep an eye on other things as well as make sure I get a discount for the radio at the end. Money towards the m performance exhaust.

Plus there are a few deal breaker options for me that I would like to stay on top of.

[onehorsepower]

Originally Posted by vudumonkey25@gmAIL.COM

Where do I see that breakdown with prices and delete? I have a m240i in the production queue. I dont care about the satellite radio deletion but I like to keep an eye on other things as well as make sure I get a discount for the radio at the end. Money towards the m performance exhaust.

Plus there are a few deal breaker options for me that I would like to stay on top of.

Your dealer should be able to provide an invoice for you showing the MSRP of the vehicle with the breakdown of the pricing for all options you've selected. Mine is still showing the HUD as normal but the SiriusXM shows as deleted.

Here is a screenshot of the invoice:


I'm personally quite frustrated with the satellite radio deletion. That's my primary method of listening to music in my vehicle as it's quicker and easier than trying to use Spotify or stream through your phone, plus more reliable IME. Alexa + Amazon music that I have in my current vehicle has been the best alternative that I've used so far though, so I'm really hoping they include Alexa functionality at least.

[yanks1]

Not good one horsepower & thx for posting, quick question if anyone knows

SiriusXM is a show stopper for me, if that is removed from my Build I heard can that be added later by BMW dealer when parts/chips are available. Also, if so what is estimated Cost??

also, since evidently BMW is still pre-wiring the vehicle for Satellite, where is the Sirius chip located that dealer can install later once parts are available, in other words how easy is this to install later on???

thanks

[mblaucoupe135]

Originally Posted by yanks1

Not good one horsepower & thx for posting, quick question if anyone knows

SiriusXM is a show stopper for me, if that is removed from my Build I heard can that be added later by BMW dealer when parts/chips are available. Also, if so what is estimated Cost??

also, since evidently BMW is still pre-wiring the vehicle for Satellite, where is the Sirius chip located that dealer can install later once parts are available, in other words how easy is this to install later on???

thanks

I asked my salesguy about this and he said ballpark it should be around $500 for the parts and the labor to install this, so yeah we are getting screwed.

[yanks1]

yeah but do they need to change out radio or just add a chip somewhere??

[CDN-Driver]

Originally Posted by yanks1

yeah but do they need to change out radio or just add a chip somewhere??

Not clear, it would appear that the SDARS Antenna is the only non-shared component.

Lower Spec Receiver Audio Module is a plausible answer.

Follow here as well:

https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1861065

[jpcoop]

My guess would be that the RAM needs to be swapped. I believe that's what processes the SiriusXM signals. Shouldn't be too hard to do but the part probably isn't cheap.

[yanks1]

thanks CDN.. very helpful and I did read the posts. Seems like the stock market, things changing for some of their build orders last week from Sirius Delete and Prep only.. and then back to Sirius 360L

[mblaucoupe135]

Originally Posted by yanks1

thanks CDN.. very helpful and I did read the posts. Seems like the stock market, things changing for some of their build orders last week from Sirius Delete and Prep only.. and then back to Sirius 360L

so you have heard of people having satellite radio added back in after being removed/ deleted?

[CDN-Driver]

Originally Posted by mblaucoupe135

so you have heard of people having satellite radio added back in after being removed/ deleted?

Follow the link a couple posts up.

[yanks1]

Originally Posted by mblaucoupe135

so you have heard of people having satellite radio added back in after being removed/ deleted?

yes on the X-3 & X-5 forum that was posted few replies above... very interesting

[onehorsepower]

I spoke with both my GM and one of my sales managers today; they were both unaware of the SiriusXM deletion entirely. I'm going to reach out to my BMWNA area manager and see if they can assist me in getting in contact with someone at BMWNA who may be able to provide some better answers about what exactly the deletion entails and if installation at a later date is possible/what will be required. Maybe it's just my lack of knowledge of how the iDrive system works, but I'm wondering if there also won't be software that needs to be configured as well? Will satellite be an available "source", but just have no connection, or will it be gone from the iDrive system entirely?

I'm also going to speak with my service manager and see if they can provide a ballpark estimate for having the RAM installed at a later date for vehicles that are listed as "SiriusXM Prepped".

Hopefully I will be able to report back with some more solid answers tomorrow.

[yanks1]

thanks one HP... I spoke to my Sales rep yesterday on phone & then he spoke to both his manager & service manger. This delete issue was new to them but did say was possible for install afterwards but with new G42 chassis wasn't sure what or had to be changed out. Also clueless about estimated price, we of course will receive only a lousy $350 credit. I stated the interior is very similar to the 3 & 4 series so would think be same install. Evidently they have never done one.

BMW should put out a How to Video to all dealers for install w/Satellite prep and ask dealers to keep price down w/only a $350 credit we are receiving... ha-ha

[Rollo`]

As of last night the SiriusXM deletion is no longer listed on the build site.

[mburg]

I have an order number for my new 230i build. Is there a way to track this online to see if the Sirius/HD radio is omitted?

[onehorsepower]

Originally Posted by mburg

I have an order number for my new 230i build. Is there a way to track this online to see if the Sirius/HD radio is omitted?

By order number, do you mean a production number? If so, you can go on to the BMW USA website, put in your production number and track the build progress. Otherwise, you can call your dealer and ask them to provide you a copy of the invoice, which will be a comprehensive list of all options.

So this is what I've found out so far. My dealer's HEA G42, which currently has a status of being at the processing center (or VDC, basically the port; the final step before being delivered to the dealer) has an open stop sale notice for a radio access module. The stop sale states that most vehicles will have the RAM installed at the VDC before delivery to the selling dealer. However, this HEA car also has the SiriusXM radio billed out on the invoice as normal, it does not show as a "delete". It seems to me that the vehicles that have SiriusXM billed on them as normal will be held (and not be available for sale) until the parts are available to install to deliver the car as billed.

However, my personal build which is still in the order bank waiting for our next G42 allocation still shows the "SiriusXM Delete" line on the invoice. It's not clear to me yet if vehicles listed as having the delete will be included in the stop sale or not. I am hoping so, but not holding my breath. I can however confirm all vehicles with the delete are still listed as having "satellite radio preparation".

I spoke with an advisor on the cost of installing, or swapping out the RAM (as appears will maybe be the case if their plan is to install a lowe grade RAM). I was given an estimated cost of $475 (ish) without having the full details on what labor/parts will actually be involved.

I'm still hoping to speak to someone at BMW NA who may be able to provide some more solid answers. I will report back if I do.

[mburg]

Thanks - it is a production number, and I have now found the vehicle build on the BMW website. The website shows that the vehicle is in the Quality Check step of production. When I scroll through the options, etc., it shows SiriusXM 1 year subscription among the standard features of the vehicle. I also ordered the Harmon Kardon surround sound option, which interestingly is listed within the 'M-Sport Package Pro' cluster.

I guess I'll find out what's so when the vehicle is delivered to my dealership in Connecticut.