Thoughts on AUX cables?

[Fatcat]

I've been recently wanting to install the AUX cable on my E53, only problem is that they dont make them anymore and the genuine BMW ones go for $80-$100 I have found some aftermarket ones but not sure if they are good quality or will even fit.

I want to gather peoples opinions on what I should do, any good aux cables that aren't stupidly expensive or should I just stick to my crackly Bluetooth adapter, or is the price really worth it?

Product 1: https://www.ebay.com/itm/16538285018...df7542f8908679

Product 2: https://www.amazon.com/CHELINK-Auxil...0Mini%20Cooper

Product 3: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PB18L6N...4X2ZMXD40DNZN9

Product 4: https://www.ebay.com/itm/39593393279...ext=US%20%2415

Product 5: https://racegerman.com/products/aux-...3%20pin%20plug

I think 4 and 5 use a different type of pin style which wont work on my radio unit (non navigation DSP)

[getty150]

I've installed 1 and 2 in the past...2 I enjoyed. But I finally went Bluetooth and haven't looked back since...using good ole
Mediabridge fit strictly for BMW.

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[Fatcat]

Originally Posted by getty150

I've installed 1 and 2 in the past...2 I enjoyed. But I finally went Bluetooth and haven't looked back since...using good ole
Mediabridge fit strictly for BMW.

Oh yeah I completely forgot about those type of Bluetooth players. where'd you buy it from? seems like they no longer make them either. I've also been considering getting bluebus but thats also pretty pricey.

[getty150]

Originally Posted by Fatcat

Oh yeah I completely forgot about those type of Bluetooth players. where'd you buy it from? seems like they no longer make them either. I've also been considering getting bluebus but thats also pretty pricey.

Yeah correct, the bmw mediabridge (audiovox) comes up on ebay every so often...

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[X5chemist]

Do you have a business CD? Mine has this one installed Works great for my XM Bluetooth transmitter. Way better than the radio XM frequency module. The previous version didn't have a microphone. The mic works okay for phone calls. It's plugged in between the CD and console module.

[Fatcat]

Originally Posted by getty150

Yeah correct, the bmw mediabridge (audiovox) comes up on ebay every so often...

Alright then if thats the case ill probably get an aux cable and ill be on the lookout for a BMW mediabridge on ebay or maybe bluebus.

Originally Posted by X5chemist

Do you have a business CD? Mine has this one installed Works great for my XM Bluetooth transmitter. Way better than the radio XM frequency module. The previous version didn't have a microphone. The mic works okay for phone calls. It's plugged in between the CD and console module.

I'm pretty sure I got business CD, does this thing basically act as Bluetooth using the aux connector?

[white_335i]

I installed Bluebus in my X5. Straight forward installation and works with steering wheel buttons.

[Fatcat]

Originally Posted by white_335i

I installed Bluebus in my X5. Straight forward installation and works with steering wheel buttons.

yeah BlueBus seems like a more premium option to me but its pricey, I like how you can use it on most E Chassis cars. meaning I can swap it with the E46 if I feel like it.

also this might be off topic but does anyone know what this cable is? came with the car i think its some type of BMW dealer installed wire for older Iphones hence the 30 pin to lightning adaptor but what could this possibly be for? it does not charge my phone and i cant seem to connect any audio to it.

[X5chemist]

The pic is an iPhone connector. Maybe it needs an app? Does it work when pressed?

Yes, the plug in uses AUX for Bluetooth. The CD continues to work too. Unfortunately, only sound level works on the steering wheel.

On a Business CD, a blue wiring harness cover needs to be removed. Here is my installation. Bluetooth music by my XM module or phone works great.

[Fatcat]

Ill just fiddle around with the wire and see whats up, its probably not connected or the adaptor is broken.

Ill consider that Bluetooth/AUX connector it seems pretty cool.

Thank You