BPM Sport and Benvo strike again: Combox Retrofit + BMW Live Review

GOVCO · 09-29-2012, 07:32 PM

Mike - Check my post #6 above. Seriously have no clue when it comes to this crap. Any help would greatly be appreciated. Thanks! [email 151...lol]

irish100p · 10-24-2012, 09:05 AM

Mike,
I just sent you an email with a few questions. I def need to get this CIC upgrade done, cause my 08 E92 is behind the power curve.

James

Mike Benvo · 10-26-2012, 06:11 PM

Give me a few days to reply.. sorry

Just got 3 full CIC retrofits in, and working on updating the software to the latest version and 2012 maps, and building the module into the retrofit harness for Nav and Voice Control activation. That way they are ready to go when you get it

KmndntKlink · 11-03-2012, 12:22 PM

I was going to pull the trigger on this, but I heard recently that you lose the BMW assist/teleservices functions with this (the concierge/sos)? Anyone know if this is true? It looks like the pictures above show you have ALL the functions, so I'm confused now.

Johndong888 · 11-05-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by KmndntKlink

I was going to pull the trigger on this, but I heard recently that you lose the BMW assist/teleservices functions with this (the concierge/sos)? Anyone know if this is true? It looks like the pictures above show you have ALL the functions, so I'm confused now.

You're going to lose the assist function only if you swap out for a combox. If you swap out the head CIC navi unit only, you will still have assist.

Once you remove your existing TCU in the vehicle and replaces it with a combox, BMW assist will no longer work. You can regain BMW Assist feature by having BMW assist change the TCU number they have on their end with your COMBOX's number.

On another note, if you opt for the BMW internet/Live service, you will lose the assist function even if BMW changed the TCU number for you.

KmndntKlink · 11-05-2012, 12:36 PM

Thanks johndong, I also found out that there are 2 types of comboxes, media & telematik. telematics one can retain assist but you have to get the dealer to move the ESN over for you and that costs a lot and they might not even do it.
I've found that assist just isn't worth all the hassle and the $190/year. the connected drive features outweigh the loss of my unused assist subscription.

Hopefully this is useful to some future searcher.

Mike Benvo · 05-04-2013, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by KmndntKlink

the connected drive features outweigh the loss of my unused assist subscription.

+100

zibawal · 05-04-2013, 08:20 PM

Would you mind updating me that if I already have CIC and just need combox retrofit in my M3, how much I looking at?

Chriskm3 · 05-04-2013, 09:00 PM

Nice toy

crashprash · 05-04-2013, 09:10 PM

can the extra stuff be done on a 2012 in Aus?

Mike Benvo · 05-06-2013, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by crashprash

can the extra stuff be done on a 2012 in Aus?

Absolutely, we've done them worldwide. As long as you or a shop can do the hardware part, we can do everything else (including phone support for installation as well).

crashprash · 05-06-2013, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Absolutely, we've done them worldwide. As long as you or a shop can do the hardware part, we can do everything else (including phone support for installation as well).

hoping to get a tune, dct tune, coding and possibly this sometime next year so will hit u up then.

THE TECH · 05-07-2013, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by crashprash

hoping to get a tune, dct tune, coding and possibly this sometime next year so will hit u up then.

Sunwar · 06-05-2013, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by crashprash

can the extra stuff be done on a 2012 in Aus?

Hi..I am in Australia.

I was wondering if the module that I have in my car just needs tweaking by "coding" which I can do (having done a couple of mods on my car myself)...or do I have to have the whole hardware thingy changed?

I did send Mike a Personal Message...

Would sincerely appreciate any advise / help....

What I would like in my car is exactly as the gentleman above has posted...great stuff...geez, I am envious!!

PilotPat · 06-13-2013, 06:10 PM

Hi Mike,

I am ready to pull the trigger on this combox upgrade. How do I go about getting in touch with you to schedule a time to do the install?

Thanks in advance!

zibawal · 06-13-2013, 07:06 PM

Mike, can you do combox/blutooth audio for my 2010 M3 with Navigation.

rjd598 · 06-13-2013, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by zibawal

Mike, can you do combox/blutooth audio for my 2010 M3 with Navigation.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PilotPat

Hi Mike,

I am ready to pull the trigger on this combox upgrade. How do I go about getting in touch with you to schedule a time to do the install?

Thanks in advance!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sunwar

Hi..I am in Australia.

I was wondering if the module that I have in my car just needs tweaking by "coding" which I can do (having done a couple of mods on my car myself)...or do I have to have the whole hardware thingy changed?

I did send Mike a Personal Message...

Would sincerely appreciate any advise / help....

What I would like in my car is exactly as the gentleman above has posted...great stuff...geez, I am envious!!

just call him guys! don't be shy he won't bite lol

Pinz · 10-01-2013, 07:57 PM

How can I get these features for my 2013 M3? I want the Google Search, weather, etc. Or does it work only in the US and not in Canada?

THE TECH · 10-02-2013, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Pinz

How can I get these features for my 2013 M3? I want the Google Search, weather, etc. Or does it work only in the US and not in Canada?

We can do this for you as well if you like. It's a part of our extended coding package. Shoot me a PM and I can discuss more thoroughly.

positiveions · 10-08-2013, 10:01 PM

I can't believe I missed this. Something I should do in the near future.

Hujan · 10-10-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rjd598

he won't bite . . .

. . . haaaarrd.

spr · 10-10-2013, 08:36 PM

I added a combox. It's nice for office. What is connected drive? I don't think I have that in my menu.

10-26-2012, 06:11 PM	#25
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11-03-2012, 12:22 PM	#26
KmndntKlink Lieutenant Drives: 2010 e92 m3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 409 iTrader: (3)	I was going to pull the trigger on this, but I heard recently that you lose the BMW assist/teleservices functions with this (the concierge/sos)? Anyone know if this is true? It looks like the pictures above show you have ALL the functions, so I'm confused now. __________________ E92 ///M3 in Dakar Yellow, M-DCT, iDrive, 220M OEM rims, Active Autowerke Green filter, Turner Motorsport test pipes, BPM stage 2 tune, Stoptech ST-40 F+R in yellow.
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11-05-2012, 12:36 PM	#28
KmndntKlink Lieutenant Drives: 2010 e92 m3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 409 iTrader: (3)	Thanks johndong, I also found out that there are 2 types of comboxes, media & telematik. telematics one can retain assist but you have to get the dealer to move the ESN over for you and that costs a lot and they might not even do it. I've found that assist just isn't worth all the hassle and the $190/year. the connected drive features outweigh the loss of my unused assist subscription. Hopefully this is useful to some future searcher. __________________ E92 ///M3 in Dakar Yellow, M-DCT, iDrive, 220M OEM rims, Active Autowerke Green filter, Turner Motorsport test pipes, BPM stage 2 tune, Stoptech ST-40 F+R in yellow.
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05-04-2013, 09:00 PM	#31
Chriskm3 Colonel Drives: M3 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,218 iTrader: (4)	Nice toy __________________ Vf supercharger + tune/H&R coils/ Akra evolution exhaust/Volk te37/ Rs-3 tires/ Brembos /TIal BOV/ OSS blacked out headlights/LUX v3/Led taillights/ Challenge Front lip/ P3 vent gauge/ F10 m5 shift mob/Matte black front grills/ And a funky air fresher
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05-04-2013, 09:10 PM	#32
crashprash Private First Class Drives: 2012 e93 JB M3 D-CT Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: sydney,nsw,au Posts: 101 iTrader: (0)	can the extra stuff be done on a 2012 in Aus? __________________ Prash Imaging (Facebook) - Please like! Flickr my car blog - Have a read
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09-29-2012, 07:32 PM	#23
GOVCO Lieutenant Drives: 09 E90 AW M3 DCT [Slight Mods] Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: MD Posts: 435 iTrader: (0)	Mike - Check my post #6 above. Seriously have no clue when it comes to this crap. Any help would greatly be appreciated. Thanks! [email 151...lol]
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10-24-2012, 09:05 AM	#24
irish100p New Member Drives: 2008 M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 29 iTrader: (0)	Mike, I just sent you an email with a few questions. I def need to get this CIC upgrade done, cause my 08 E92 is behind the power curve. James
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05-04-2013, 08:20 PM	#30
zibawal Major Drives: 2012 X5D Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: SFO BAY AREA Posts: 1,048 iTrader: (0)	Would you mind updating me that if I already have CIC and just need combox retrofit in my M3, how much I looking at?
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06-13-2013, 06:10 PM	#37
PilotPat Registered Drives: 2009 328i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Long Beach CA Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	Hi Mike, I am ready to pull the trigger on this combox upgrade. How do I go about getting in touch with you to schedule a time to do the install? Thanks in advance!
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06-13-2013, 07:06 PM	#38
zibawal Major Drives: 2012 X5D Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: SFO BAY AREA Posts: 1,048 iTrader: (0)	Mike, can you do combox/blutooth audio for my 2010 M3 with Navigation.
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10-01-2013, 07:57 PM	#40
Pinz Private First Class Drives: 2013 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 163 iTrader: (0)	How can I get these features for my 2013 M3? I want the Google Search, weather, etc. Or does it work only in the US and not in Canada? __________________ 2013 E92 M3 /// Mineral White /// Black Novillo Leather /// Competition Package /// Fully Loaded /// CF Roof, Mirrors, Spoiler, Front Diffusers /// Hellst XRT LED Angel Eyes /// BPMSport Tune Stage 1
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10-08-2013, 10:01 PM	#42
positiveions Lieutenant General Drives: 09 MKV JETTA 2.5 & E90 M3 :) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: La Verne, CA Posts: 10,416 iTrader: (1)	I can't believe I missed this. Something I should do in the near future.
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10-10-2013, 08:36 PM	#44
spr Lieutenant Drives: e92 M3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 463 iTrader: (0)	I added a combox. It's nice for office. What is connected drive? I don't think I have that in my menu.
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