12-21-2012, 05:40 AM | #23 | |
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I got the business sound upgrade for free when I ordered and I think its more than adequate. I had the Bose system in my previous A3. I'm no audiophile, so you will no doubt get completely opposing views from other people. Again, on the ride comfort front, having moved from an s-line audi and a panda 100hp before that (both of which feel like they're on bricks), the M135i is far more forgiving. Let us know what you order!
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I read on another forum that mpg graphs are available with the full black panel, but without the pro nav (http://www.babybmw.net/viewtopic.php...41414&start=45). Haven't seen it in action though.
The full black panel also displays efficient dynamics and mode/gear info below the rev counter whereas there is just an empty space with the normal display. Personally, I like the look of the larger display. It fills much more of the instrument panel - the standard one is really quite small. Very much a personal thing, but for the cost of £125 over however many months of ownership, I think it would have been worth it. Edit to add: Thread in this forum discussing it. If only i'd seen before placing my order! http://f20.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=714051
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It sure looks different, but the only extra info I have seen, is a slider that shows how much throttle the car recommends. I find that instrument completely useless, so for me there is no added value in the full black panel.
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Fair enough. Like I said, very much a personal thing. Excellent car, full black panel or not, but that's the one option I wish I had ticked when ordering.
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Wow !, what a car you got there, congrats and enjoy!
I'd wish we had the same car prices here. In Denmark this car runs at 100.000 Euro with the extras you mention. Really not affordable for ordinary humans.... |
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The standard system has four mid speakers and two 6.5 inch subs driven from the head unit. In the UK you have a choice of two upgrade systems systems. HK Audio for £580 or the Business Speaker system for £230. The HK system has five mids, five tweeters, and two 8" subs under the seats driven from an external amp. The Business system has five mids and two 8" subs under the front seats driven by an external amp. The Business system is good with dance, trance and electronic music but the HK is better with more complex music especially classical due to the smoother and more detailed top end produced by the tweeters. Both the HK and Business setups require a couple of weeks running in as the drivers are very stiff new. Cheers Lee |
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Thanks for the replies guys.
Lee, that's really helpful thanks. I think I'll just upgrade to the BMW Pro system if that is the case. Petoz, thanks for bringing that up. I think I'll chuck in the black panel, it looks pretty sweet if anything! Got a confirmed date for my test drive early in January. Very excited! |
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Petoz, exactly how firm would you say the ride actually is? The one thing that's worrying me about the test drive is the misses saying it's too harsh and as she will be driving it more than me her opinion is important.
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