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Originally Posted by X5Ghost
You are always there UCrewX5 for immed answers, WOW. OK one last Q because I'm truely trying to find what my options here. I hear Icelink/Ipod, AUX, new BMW CD that palys MP3, etc. How should one approach the selection if I don't have the pros or cones of each? Is it $$ cost? difficulty in installation? other criteria? Is there a post to walk you through the options to consider so I don't rush into one only to later regret it? or is it simpler than I thought? Remember this is all new to me, I never even paid attention to Ipods before, so bear with me. Thx
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I can anwser this one:
BMW AUX kit: Offers a direct line-in connection for the iPod or other MP3 player. No charging, no steering wheel control or ID3 text. Cheapest of the bunch at about $35-$40.
MY2005+ Business CD w/ MP3 Capability: Plays MP3 CDs, but no ID3 Text. Can find for about $450 used or over $900 new (excluding core).
ice>Link Plus: Offers Factory-like integration for the iPod, emulating the CD Changer. Charges the ipod, offers steering wheel control and ID3 text on the screen. Cost - $199.
It really depends on what you are looking for, the ice>Link is definitely not the cheapest of the bunch, but will offer the most features and is probably one of the most-appreciated mods you can perform on your X5.