Extended Luggage and dirver's glovebox (uk) - XBimmers

Max3Factor · 04-07-2011, 10:19 AM

Hi, Is the driver's glovebox standard, an option or not even available in the UK ?
Seen / heard a number of views that differ from the uk configurator. E.g. its suggested that you get the driver's glovebox and rear cup holders and also extra power points front and rear with the Extended Luggage. Anyone have a positive list of what you get with this?

Thanks, Max3.

AJWilson · 04-07-2011, 11:30 AM

I have this pack on my order, not really sure what you get, it will be a surprise !!

Max3Factor · 04-07-2011, 11:38 AM

I dont mind nice surprises.
I was marginal on this package, but if it is the only way to get a driver's glovebox which I assumed standard, plus extra power for the kids gadgets then with the other stuff its probably worth adding.

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-07-2011, 01:30 PM

I use the driver glovebox in my 520d and when I noticed it missing during the test drive assumed it was part of pre-production models!?! Hope is included and guess I will find out tomorrow!

VikingOne · 04-07-2011, 01:38 PM

I have ordered the Extended Storage package, but have a long wait to find out your answer (Oct).
When you say Drivers Glove Box, where about is it? Underneath steering column?

Also as far as I know you only get the rear cup holders in the rear arm rest if you order Extended Storage package.

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-07-2011, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by VikingOne

When you say Drivers Glove Box, where about is it? Underneath steering column?

For UK cars to the right of the steering wheel below the light controls (big enough for sunglasses case)

See picture below (left hand drive)

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VikingOne · 04-07-2011, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

For UK cars to the right of the steering wheel below the light controls (big enough for sunglasses case)

Cool, my current car has the sun glasses holder in place of the drivers grab handle, so I was wondering what I was going to do in the X3.

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-07-2011, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by VikingOne

Cool, my current car has the sun glasses holder in place of the drivers grab handle, so I was wondering what I was going to do in the X3.

Dont get too excited as I dont think either of us will be getting this

Max3Factor · 04-07-2011, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

I use the driver glovebox in my 520d and when I noticed it missing during the test drive assumed it was part of pre-production models!?! Hope is included and guess I will find out tomorrow!

Let us know. My dealer wasnt sure. His demo doesnt have so he said it could be due to being pre-production models. And the web site does'nt mention, but we know it exits, but for what markets!!? If BMW want to strip everything out that makes it a premium car, then bloody well reduce the price and make a decent job of informing us whats needs adding back in!

But if anyone knows please advise, thanks. Max3

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-07-2011, 03:01 PM

Sfax, put us out of our misery, have you got the driver glove box?

sfax · 04-07-2011, 03:05 PM

Sorry boys. No driver side glove box (I can see where it could go if ordered). No rear seat cup holders either. Now I'm back to thinking why didn't I go for extended storage again. My dealer didn't even mention it and I just missed it TBH. There will always be regrets....

Not sure on extra plug sockets though. I have an extra 12V socket in the boot. Or do you get more than this with extended?

VikingOne · 04-07-2011, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

Sfax, put us out of our misery, have you got the driver glove box?

I don't think sfax bought the Extended Storage Package, but I could be wrong. Plus it would be interesting whats in the space in his X3, I'm guessing a lump of plastic.

cooldude00 · 04-07-2011, 03:08 PM

i did ask the dealer re the rear cup holders but as usual he said it was not available.. i could have swore i saw them in the demo car...

tank531 · 04-07-2011, 03:08 PM

My money is on 'not included in the UK as standard' but as you say sfax tell us the score?

sfax · 04-07-2011, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by tank531

My money is on 'not included in the UK as standard' but as you say sfax tell us the score?

Did you spend 3 minutes typing this or did you miss my post?

VikingOne · 04-07-2011, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cooldude00

i did ask the dealer re the rear cup holders but as usual he said it was not available.. i could have swore i saw them in the demo car...

Storage concept.

From cool music to hot coffee, all your favourite things find a place in your BMW X3. Thanks to its intelligent storage concept, you know exactly where to find your umbrella, your sunglasses or your ice-scraper when you need them. And in the meantime, they are safely stowed.

The BMW X3 has a place for everything. For example, for 1.5 litre water bottles, which slip effortlessly into the front door pockets. Sunglasses, wallets and mobile phones find a perfect spot in the compartment under the armrest, while the extra-large coffee-to-go fits perfectly in the cupholder in the central console – without impeding your access to the gear select lever or iDrive.

For even more convenient and clever storage solutions, the extended storage package features a number of luggage nets, extra compartments, and two additional cup holders in the rear central armrest.

Or is this more quotes of crap info.

sfax · 04-07-2011, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by VikingOne

Storage concept.

From cool music to hot coffee, all your favourite things find a place in your BMW X3. Thanks to its intelligent storage concept, you know exactly where to find your umbrella, your sunglasses or your ice-scraper when you need them. And in the meantime, they are safely stowed.

The BMW X3 has a place for everything. For example, for 1.5 litre water bottles, which slip effortlessly into the front door pockets. Sunglasses, wallets and mobile phones find a perfect spot in the compartment under the armrest, while the extra-large coffee-to-go fits perfectly in the cupholder in the central console – without impeding your access to the gear select lever or iDrive.

For even more convenient and clever storage solutions, the extended storage package features a number of luggage nets, extra compartments, and two additional cup holders in the rear central armrest.

Are you suggesting that the dealer in question hadn't even read the brochure for the car he was selling? I won't hear talk like that. They are good, honest, hard working, diligent people.

BIMMER UK 76 · 04-07-2011, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sfax

Are you suggesting that the dealer in question hadn't even read the brochure for the car he was selling? I won't hear talk like that. They are good, honest, hard working, diligent people.

I agree and will look forward to using my electric sports seats tomorrow as per the brochure

tank531 · 04-07-2011, 03:23 PM

I dont think I hit F5 but meantime went to sort the kidz out so my post log was out of date

Max3Factor · 04-07-2011, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMER UK 76

I agree and will look forward to using my electric sports seats tomorrow as per the brochure

They have now updated the congfig description. However the dealer better take note of my shocked look when I ask where the electric sports seats buttons are! And then I'll be asking BMW what they are going to do about it.

Anyway looks like I'll need to be adding the extended storage.

JordanWindebank · 04-07-2011, 05:08 PM

I feel like I constantly repeat myself sorry everyone, but does anyone know what is required to get the additional storage options in Aus please?

Dobs · 04-08-2011, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by sfax

Sorry boys. No driver side glove box (I can see where it could go if ordered). No rear seat cup holders either. Now I'm back to thinking why didn't I go for extended storage again. My dealer didn't even mention it and I just missed it TBH. There will always be regrets....

Not sure on extra plug sockets though. I have an extra 12V socket in the boot. Or do you get more than this with extended?

I have a 12v socket in the rear passenger comp, just below the rear vents (not sure if that's standard or part of the storage pack). Anyway other storage pack features I have - Net on lhs of boot (very useful), boot floor rails with a set of 4 hooks (not used yet), bag hooks (very useful), folding box (not used yet and prob wont - had one in the Merc and didn't), Large elastic securing net, securing strap on rhs (useful), Driver side small glovebox (very useful), Passenger side footwell net (not used yet), Seat back nets (good for kids but a bit small), Cup holders in rear armrest (kids love them, good for long journeys from experience).

That all i've found so far! Re comments on electric sports seats. I definitely did not order full electric, expected electric height and backrest but got full memory seats. IMO electric (part also) is essential if you have more than one driver (i often like to change my seat position with doing so many miles actually). Instead of the daft BM height adjustment - why can't they have a ratchet like everyone else?

04-07-2011, 10:19 AM	#1
Max3Factor Private First Class Drives: X3 xDrive20d M Sport Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: UK, S.E. London Posts: 129 iTrader: (0)	Extended Luggage and dirver's glovebox (uk) Hi, Is the driver's glovebox standard, an option or not even available in the UK ? Seen / heard a number of views that differ from the uk configurator. E.g. its suggested that you get the driver's glovebox and rear cup holders and also extra power points front and rear with the Extended Luggage. Anyone have a positive list of what you get with this? Thanks, Max3. __________________ X3 xDrive20d M Sport, Space Grey, Black Nevada, Auto, 18" 368M, Xenons, Servotronic, Bootlid powered, Sun glass, Mirrors folding, Extd Storage, Media Pro, Mobile Apps, DAB, Business Sound, BMW Service Inc.
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04-07-2011, 11:30 AM	#2
AJWilson First Lieutenant Drives: BMW X3 2.0D SE Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Fife, UK Posts: 379 iTrader: (0)	I have this pack on my order, not really sure what you get, it will be a surprise !! __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDrive20d SE Alpine White, Black Leather, HUD, Auto, Pro media, Visibility, Climate Comfort,Storage, Cold weather Packs, Pro Loudspeaker system, Sun Protection Glass, Electric Adjust Front Seats, Reversing Camera with Top View, 19" 309's,Variable Damper Control,Variable sport steering, Sports Seats, Sports Steering Wheel. Re-ordered 27/7/11, Arrived 28/9/11

04-07-2011, 11:38 AM	#3
Max3Factor Private First Class Drives: X3 xDrive20d M Sport Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: UK, S.E. London Posts: 129 iTrader: (0)	I dont mind nice surprises. I was marginal on this package, but if it is the only way to get a driver's glovebox which I assumed standard, plus extra power for the kids gadgets then with the other stuff its probably worth adding. __________________ X3 xDrive20d M Sport, Space Grey, Black Nevada, Auto, 18" 368M, Xenons, Servotronic, Bootlid powered, Sun glass, Mirrors folding, Extd Storage, Media Pro, Mobile Apps, DAB, Business Sound, BMW Service Inc.

04-07-2011, 01:30 PM	#4
BIMMER UK 76 Major Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,080 iTrader: (0)	I use the driver glovebox in my 520d and when I noticed it missing during the test drive assumed it was part of pre-production models!?! Hope is included and guess I will find out tomorrow! __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps

04-07-2011, 01:38 PM	#5
VikingOne Private First Class Drives: BMW X3 2.0D SE Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wokingham, UK Posts: 165 iTrader: (0)	I have ordered the Extended Storage package, but have a long wait to find out your answer (Oct). When you say Drivers Glove Box, where about is it? Underneath steering column? Also as far as I know you only get the rear cup holders in the rear arm rest if you order Extended Storage package. __________________ UK Order 10 Feb 2011 - picked up 30th Sept 2011

04-07-2011, 03:01 PM	#10
BIMMER UK 76 Major Drives: BMW F25 X3 20d SE Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,080 iTrader: (0)	Sfax, put us out of our misery, have you got the driver glove box? __________________ BMW F25 X3 xDRIVE 20d SE Black Sapphire \| Oyster Leather \| Fineline Sienna Wood \| 307 V Spokes \| Auto \| Prof Multimedia Package \| xLine Package \| Xenons \| Business Radio \| Sports Steering Wheel \| Sports Seats \| Panoramic Sunroof \| Sun Protection Glass \| Sun Blinds \| Folding Ext. Mirrors + Titanium Grille \| Chrome Exhaust Trim \| Mudflaps

04-07-2011, 03:05 PM	#11
sfax Brigadier General Drives: BMW X3 2011 F25 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Berkshire, UK Posts: 3,774 iTrader: (0)	Sorry boys. No driver side glove box (I can see where it could go if ordered). No rear seat cup holders either. Now I'm back to thinking why didn't I go for extended storage again. My dealer didn't even mention it and I just missed it TBH. There will always be regrets.... Not sure on extra plug sockets though. I have an extra 12V socket in the boot. Or do you get more than this with extended? __________________ BMW X3 (F25) xDrive20d SE . . titanium silver . . titanium front grille . . 309s . . xline . . xenons . . black leather . . alu trim . . professional multimedia package . . dynamic package . . climate package . . electric seats . . folding mirrors . . servotronic steering . . DAB radio . . business speakers . . sun protection glass . . split rear seats . .

04-07-2011, 03:08 PM	#13
cooldude00 Second Lieutenant Drives: x3 2.0d Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: uk Posts: 289 iTrader: (0)	i did ask the dealer re the rear cup holders but as usual he said it was not available.. i could have swore i saw them in the demo car... __________________ it's here!!!

04-07-2011, 03:08 PM	#14
tank531 Deckhand Drives: F25 2.0D SE xDrive (Sep 11) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Coventry - UK Posts: 389 iTrader: (0)	My money is on 'not included in the UK as standard' but as you say sfax tell us the score?

04-07-2011, 03:23 PM	#19
tank531 Deckhand Drives: F25 2.0D SE xDrive (Sep 11) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Coventry - UK Posts: 389 iTrader: (0)	I dont think I hit F5 but meantime went to sort the kidz out so my post log was out of date

04-07-2011, 05:08 PM	#21
JordanWindebank Private Drives: X3 xDrive 20d (2011) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 67 iTrader: (0)	I feel like I constantly repeat myself sorry everyone, but does anyone know what is required to get the additional storage options in Aus please?

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