07-07-2012, 06:20 PM | #23 |
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You are right. I was looking at the bmwconfig and it didn't show BMW Assist included. I guess it really depends on if you like the HUD and BMW Apps or not.
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Nonetheless, based on my 2005 E90 with the hk Logic7, I opted for the F30 hk package as although it is not the very best, it is more than adequate.
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Audio and video are individual preferences. I would never make a decision based solely on what so-called experts say. Listen to the HK system and the standard audio system and compare them. If the HK system sounds better to you and you think it's worth the extra cost, get it. If not, don't. It's that simple.
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Talk is cheap- go listen to the systems... IMO the HK is a lot of marketing and inferior to aftermarket and/or premium systems on other manufacturers, but it is still much better sounding than the base system. If you like to listen to music a lot, and like solid base- I would want to hear the difference at a dealer before committing. I have had 4 BMWs, 2 with HK and 2 without. Every time I convinced myself it was a waste, I regretted it...
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Premium pkg- No regrets. I got the package for the leather, moonroof, mirrors,..everything BUT the comfort access. I didn't think comfort access would be that big a deal, but it is! I'm loving it. HK audio- No regrets. I heard the base stereo and thought it sounded quite nice. I ordered the HK stereo on blind faith, having never heard it and thinking it had to sound better and upgrading the base system (which I probably wouldn't do) would cost much more than opting for the HK system. It sounds fantastic! Heated seats- Didn't purchase and no regrets. I have them in my other car and it is nice to get warm via the seats as they heat up much quicker than heating the air in the cabin. But, being in SoCal, it's something I can do without. PDC- No choice. I actually wanted the rearview cam and had to get PDC so that option wasn't by choice. I think it works ok, but I absolutely wanted the cam. The guiding lines on the display are awesome. Would I order this separately? Probably, as long as I could get the cam too. HUD- No choice. My 2012 F30 Tech pkg was bundled with Nav and HUD. Nav was a must for me. The HUD is cool, though. I like the digital speedo. Audio changes displayed on the HUD is a very nice feature, as is showing nav instructions. I'd order it separately. Auto high beams- No choice. Came with my Xenons (I think). Haven't really played with this much. Probably wouldn't order it separately, but that may change once I start becoming familiar with it. Hope this helps and congrats on your order! |
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I would definitely do premium package and sound system. No question. The heads up display I think is standard with the tech package.
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I was /am in the same "dilemma" as about what options to get or not. I ended up just upgrading from 328X DRIVE to 2013 base 335 X DRIVE with the HK stereo as the only option besides melbourne red. My current Lexus has many "nice to have" options like heated / cool ventilated seats, navigation, leather seats, comfort hand free access, etc and I hardly ever used those in the past 6 years. During this time, I always wish I had a bigger/faster engine and a nicer stereo. I am buying my car so I will use the spare $$$ and buy the extra 2 year warranty.
Interesting footnote: I went to several local dealerships and saw many F30s (328s+335s) with different lines, configuration, upgrades, colors, options, etc, but none has the HK upgrade. It must have been at least 10 F30s without this option. I wonder why this is. |
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A $900 option on a 3 yr lease is much less than $900. Use your lease calculator and add it. If the monthly is within what you're willing to pay, then get it. It's better sounding that the base system, and that's the biggest reason why the HK upgrade was no question for me. My 135i has the mid range hi-fi. I didn't get the HK option, and I wish I had. I always have music one when I drive. I'm always listening to something. Rarely, I will turn it of, windows down, and do a 1/4 mile run on the rural roads. But, I listen to the audio about 98% of the time when I'm driving. I've installed systems in previous cars, and yes, every time those systems outperform the OEM systems, and upgraded OEM's. But, it takes time to install, you still have to get all the required install items, and purchase the speakers, amps, wires, etc... I do the work myself, and frankly I'm tired of taking panels apart and putting all the stuff in. Mostly that's due to the fact that I've leased my last 4 cars. I installed an excellent system in my E46, but I had it for 3yrs and then moved to another new car. If you are going to keep your BMW, then go ahead an spend the money and get a good system now, then enjoy it for all the years you'll have your car. But since you're leasing, you're going to spend more in real dollars for an aftermarket system then what it will cost you for the HK during the lease term. Plus, you don't have to go through the hassle of removing the system and putting all the stock stuff back on. For those reasons, the HK makes for a much better proposition if leasing. Last edited by RPM90; 07-08-2012 at 10:29 PM.. |
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And because I just emailed my dealer to add the HK. |
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07-09-2012, 08:33 AM | #39 |
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I told him that days ago.
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After having the HUD, I don't think I would ever choose to not have it again.
I passed on the speed limit display part of the HUD because it was part of an expensive package. Kind of wish I had it, too.
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Yes, yes, you know I am verbose, extremely. I did email my CA today, and told him I'm considering the DH pkg. It only adds like $11 to the monthly. He may have a 3 with it. I'm heading over there Thursday. Unless it's too late, cause we're expecting an 'in production' soon. |
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07-09-2012, 10:30 PM | #42 | |
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Now the only items I'm debating are HUD, heated seats and PDC. |
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HUD: I am glad I sprung for it. Love being able to see my speed digitally projected on the road. Navigation is also very nice with it - even warned me of closed road ahead during construction without taking my eyes of the road. I don't find it as useful for music, but overall I am glad I got it. Heated Seats: I live in Michigan so these are an absolute must for me. You said you "only" used them a few dozen times... ahhhh.. that seems like a fair amount to make them worth the cost since I believe they are fairly inexpensive. I find them indispensable in our cold winters because they heat up so much quicker than the car's heating system. PDC: I debated a lot on this one and I sprang for the rear camera and PDC (but not side cameras or blind spot detector). I am glad I got both. They put my mind at ease when parking or backing in/out of a parking place. The camera is also very good for getting your car centered between the parking lane markers - important to me to hopefully prevent door dings and because I was coming from 10 years of driving a much wider car. I like that you also get a button you can quickly press to turn on the sensors/camera when you are pulling forward into a parking spot so you don't go too far and scrape the front bottom of the car. If I *had* to live without one of them, I'd probably pick the HUD but I would miss it. |
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