So you've got your new X3.. what options didn't you get that you now wish you had..

Dukat · 09-15-2011, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by juddholland

I got everything except the M-sport package. The only thing I wish I hadn't ordered is the BMW Apps with Snap-In Adapter. It ruins the center armrest storage compartment.

The high-beam assistant is alright, but I so rarely drive in places without street lamps.

As far as the HUD goes, I didn't expect to use it as much as I do. I originally ordered it just because I could, but it is so very worth it.

HUD was the only thing I didn't order. I was going to, but decided to get the 35i and DHP instead. Now you're making me wish I got the HUD too.

CdnE90 · 09-16-2011, 01:48 PM

I will echo juddhollands comments - I can do away with the Apps and snap in adapter. I haven't used it, and don't think I will.

I do wish for the rear view camera tho. If money was no object, I would get the HUD too.

tetten · 09-16-2011, 02:06 PM

I wish I had the rear view camera. I backed into my neighbours car two days after I got it from the dealer. Cost me 1k$.. I have backed down the same driveway for 14 years without any problems...

Worst thing - Retrofitting camera is about 2k... with the car is about 800$

Mingstar88 · 09-16-2011, 04:15 PM

maybe the nav option..rear view camera is such a spoil option that we got, u become lazy when reverse-parking lol

married w/X3 · 09-16-2011, 07:44 PM

We have the 28i with premium, sports activity, and tech pack. Added power tail gate, xenon, heated front seats ale cart. Got the sport pack for the larger alloys. Hated the standard 17". Too small. Loving the top view camera more than I thought I would. If my pockets were deeper would like the 35i, CA and the HUD.

greg2step · 09-17-2011, 12:19 AM

I take back anything I said about convenience access not being worth it. Just had to learn about the door handle lock/unlock. Also when turning the x3 off let off the brake pedal hit the power button 2nd time to turn off drive and audio and other stuff. Now I am glad I have ca

clivem2 · 09-17-2011, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by greg2step

I take back anything I said about convenience access not being worth it. Just had to learn about the door handle lock/unlock. Also when turning the x3 off let off the brake pedal hit the power button 2nd time to turn off drive and audio and other stuff. Now I am glad I have ca

Without CA you can hit the power button once to turn the engine off then simply lock the car, this turns off the audio at the same time as locking the car.

married w/X3 · 09-17-2011, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by greg2step

Also when turning the x3 off let off the brake pedal hit the power button 2nd time to turn off drive and audio and other stuff. Now I am glad I have ca

Yes, I can attest this is the same without CA.

MattUK · 09-17-2011, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tuco44

Only change I would make is add the rear view camera as a free-standing option. Otherwise, very happy with my choices.

Which the dealer can fit.. no doubt will cost a fortune though

greg2step · 09-18-2011, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by clivem2

Without CA you can hit the power button once to turn the engine off then simply lock the car, this turns off the audio at the same time as locking the car.

True - without CA you can just take the key out. problem is when I'm home i park in a 1 car garage connected to my house, so I almost never lock the car in there. just took some getting used to. the ability to unlock/lock the door by touching drivers side door handle w/ key in my pocket helps alot.

I've had the X3 5 days now, just got from my first road trip to Philadelphia for the weekend - more than anything I love the combined features of the US technology package - everything from NAV to rear view and top view camera to the iDrive interface. I would say w/o the technology package my X3 would really be missing something - and for those of you considering an X3 should get it if you can make the money work. I don't know how its bundled in other countries but definately consider these features as well.

tuco44 · 09-18-2011, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MattUK

Which the dealer can fit.. no doubt will cost a fortune though

Yes, they can do but does cost a lot (over $2K), plus they have to tear things apart. I'll just live without it.

ppduck · 09-20-2011, 01:53 AM

i wish i have added
1) the bluetooth music streaming option

even though i still haven't the car yet....

hopefully soon.....

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CdnE90 Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 226 Posts Drives: 07 335i, 11 X3 x35 (on order) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	I will echo juddhollands comments - I can do away with the Apps and snap in adapter. I haven't used it, and don't think I will. I do wish for the rear view camera tho. If money was no object, I would get the HUD too.
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tetten Private 2 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 2019 Z4 20i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	I wish I had the rear view camera. I backed into my neighbours car two days after I got it from the dealer. Cost me 1k$.. I have backed down the same driveway for 14 years without any problems... Worst thing - Retrofitting camera is about 2k... with the car is about 800$
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Mingstar88 First Lieutenant 78 Rep 390 Posts Drives: BMW X3 35i Join Date: May 2011 Location: GTA iTrader: (0)	maybe the nav option..rear view camera is such a spoil option that we got, u become lazy when reverse-parking lol
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married w/X3 1st time BMW owner 0 Rep 80 Posts Drives: 2011 Space Grey X3 28i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Philadelphia, PA iTrader: (0)	We have the 28i with premium, sports activity, and tech pack. Added power tail gate, xenon, heated front seats ale cart. Got the sport pack for the larger alloys. Hated the standard 17". Too small. Loving the top view camera more than I thought I would. If my pockets were deeper would like the 35i, CA and the HUD. Last edited by married w/X3; 09-16-2011 at 09:19 PM..
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09-20-2011, 01:53 AM	#34
ppduck Enlisted Member 6 Rep 46 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NSW iTrader: (0)	i wish i have added 1) the bluetooth music streaming option even though i still haven't the car yet.... hopefully soon.....
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