Advanced DVD

[Fredo]

There is an article in this months BMW Car Magazine giving details of a new "Advanced DVD" system for the X5. The picture shows two 7" screens mounted on brackets so that they sit high up behind the front headrests. They are not integrated into the headrest the brackets look like they fix on to the back of the rear seats. Comes complete with a boot mounted 6CD/DVD changer. Doesn't mention price. Doesn't mention price. Unfortuantely I don't have a scanner so I can't post a copy of the article.

Seems to be a dealer fit alternative to the system you can spec at build time.

[castex]

Originally Posted by Fredo

There is an article in this months BMW Car Magazine giving details of a new "Advanced DVD" system for the X5. The picture shows two 7" screens mounted on brackets so that they sit high up behind the front headrests. They are not integrated into the headrest the brackets look like they fix on to the back of the rear seats. Comes complete with a boot mounted 6CD/DVD changer. Doesn't mention price. Doesn't mention price. Unfortuantely I don't have a scanner so I can't post a copy of the article.

Seems to be a dealer fit alternative to the system you can spec at build time.

DID IT LOOK LIKE THIS ?

[X5FX]

thats been around awhile

[Mishaal]

i have them in my E70... ill post the pics soon

[Fredo]

That's the picture. That'll teach me for believing what journalists say is right!

[castex]

Originally Posted by Fredo

That's the picture. That'll teach me for believing what journalists say is right!

Fredo, here's the full spec & US prices....
(probably have to multiply prices by 2 for the UK )

DVD Advanced System
Mounted in the center console for easy operation and loading by the rear occupants, this DVD player is compatible with DVD, CD, MP3, WMA, and JPG formats. System also includes two 7-inch monitors matched to the interior of your vehicle with high quality active matrix video screens and two wireless headphones equipped with a battery saving feature that turns the power off if not receiving a signal from the system for over 3 minutes. In addition, each headrest is equipped with a headphone jack for wired headphones and the wireless remote has an easy to use layout and can be used from either monitor. An extra audio and video input is included with each montior to connect other devices, such as a gaming system. And because the system has three independent sources, a variety of entertianment options are avilable to your rear seat passengers. Monitor kit available in Black, Beige, Gray and Tobacco.
DVD Player and Monitor KitMSRP $2,150.00Montior Bezel Kit-BlackMSRP $400.00Montior Bezel Kit-BeigeMSRP $400.00Montior Bezel Kit-GrayMSRP $400.00Montior Bezel Kit-TobaccoMSRP $400.00Comfort Seat BracketMSRP $210.00

[Fredo]

I'll just change the £ sign for the $ sign.....that's easier than mutiplying by two. The good news about paying more for our cars is that we get the full range of models and options in the UK

[cpd1]

Fredo,

Here is a scan from the X5 UK brochure. Prices are not that bad for a DVD changer but once you add it all up and add a quick £800-1000 of labour it starts looking different
I am looking at some high quality local installers who might be able to offer a full Alpine system for a similar price. THe RR Sport has a nice factory integration system I must say with full control from the front, that's really what I would like to have along with Hard Disk based video...
Not decided yet if I am going to waste £2-3k on it tho.

C

[Fredo]

Got to get my car first! Waiting to see what the M SPort looks like before I order.

[asskicka]

I saw another Advanced DVD system says it will work for X5 2005.....