OEM Nav on Sport Edition?
06-02-2010, 09:06 AM
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OEM Nav on Sport Edition?
Hey guys, first post here. I just bought a new 8 and am picking it up later today (CANT WAIT). My question is that can I request the dealer to install the OEM nav on the car? Is it possible to install the navigation (which i guess comes only on the GT) on the sport model?
06-02-2010, 09:15 AM
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It can cost up to $2k to get a dealer installed Nav. You can buy many high quality 4" Garmin, etc. devices for that price, not to mention much more frequent map updates.
Initially I wanted a built-in Nav (was not an '05 Shinka option) but my Garmin has proven to be more than adequate, including hands free bluetooth cellphone.
Initially I wanted a built-in Nav (was not an '05 Shinka option) but my Garmin has proven to be more than adequate, including hands free bluetooth cellphone.
06-02-2010, 09:16 AM
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thanks for the quick reply by the way.
06-02-2010, 09:17 AM
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It can cost up to $2k to get a dealer installed Nav. You can buy many high quality 4" Garmin, etc. devices for that price, not to mention much more frequent map updates.
Initially I wanted a built-in Nav (was not an '05 Shinka option) but my Garmin has proven to be more than adequate, including hands free bluetooth cellphone.
Initially I wanted a built-in Nav (was not an '05 Shinka option) but my Garmin has proven to be more than adequate, including hands free bluetooth cellphone.
06-02-2010, 09:19 AM
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The OEM nav was optional regardless of trim. But it is $2,000. You can get consumer ones that offer WAY more features and functionality for $400, or ones built into phones for even cheaper.
I wouldn't recommend it.
I wouldn't recommend it.
06-02-2010, 09:24 AM
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I'm still using a 3.5" Garmin Streetpilot c550, but there are better 4" diag./thin devices now.
Most of the time it stays in "stealth mode" within my console, plugged into the aux switched power port. Even with the cover closed I can hear the turn-by-turn directions which is generally all I need. I just use the included glass-suction holder for heads up display (low left non-vision obstructing windshield), but there are vent clip-on's available.
Actually, my iPhone 3GS nav is pretty good as well.
Most of the time it stays in "stealth mode" within my console, plugged into the aux switched power port. Even with the cover closed I can hear the turn-by-turn directions which is generally all I need. I just use the included glass-suction holder for heads up display (low left non-vision obstructing windshield), but there are vent clip-on's available.
Actually, my iPhone 3GS nav is pretty good as well.
06-02-2010, 09:28 AM
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I'm still using a 3.5" Garmin Streetpilot c550, but there are better 4" diag./thin devices now.
Most of the time it stays in "stealth mode" within my console, plugged into the aux switched power port. Even with the cover closed I can hear the turn-by-turn directions which is generally all I need. I just use the included glass-suction holder for heads up display (low left non-vision obstructing windshield), but there are vent clip-on's available.
Actually, my iPhone 3GS nav is pretty good as well.
Most of the time it stays in "stealth mode" within my console, plugged into the aux switched power port. Even with the cover closed I can hear the turn-by-turn directions which is generally all I need. I just use the included glass-suction holder for heads up display (low left non-vision obstructing windshield), but there are vent clip-on's available.
Actually, my iPhone 3GS nav is pretty good as well.
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06-02-2010, 09:49 AM
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i don't think you can get the oem nav installed at the dealer if you didn't order it from the factory or if the car didn't already come w/ it. i'm sure you can order the parts and put it in but it'll likely be more expensive than the original option. there would be whatever dealer-installed nav but i doubt it's identical to the factory one. it's way cheaper to just buy a portable unit; i've used a couple of them and they pretty much work just as well and you can take them with you
06-02-2010, 09:54 AM
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The BHR ignition is one of those things that should have come stock from the factory. They don't advertise MPG or HP improvements, only stabilizing the spark and ignition system more, increasing the longevity to lifetime instead of 20k-35k miles. But, people are also seeing mileage and power gains over their existing ignition which was not running at peak, which happens alot.
The only thing you would be missing by not having the OEM nav would be the OEM-look to the pop up display, which is in very high demand by people installing CarPCs that want to use the OEM nav hood with a replacement touch screen display hooked up to the PC. So it really isn't even the nav, but the casing around the nav
You aren't missing anything.
If I read correctly that you are getting a brand new 8, so 2009 or 2010, series 2, then most of the other quick and easy recommended upgrades aren't really available for you unfortunately, including the AP. The BHR ignition should still work, though you might want to check with them.
If you have a Series 1 (2004 through 2008), then there is also the REmedy water pump and thermostat, the oil pressure pellet upgrade that are highly recommended.
The only thing you would be missing by not having the OEM nav would be the OEM-look to the pop up display, which is in very high demand by people installing CarPCs that want to use the OEM nav hood with a replacement touch screen display hooked up to the PC. So it really isn't even the nav, but the casing around the nav
You aren't missing anything.
If I read correctly that you are getting a brand new 8, so 2009 or 2010, series 2, then most of the other quick and easy recommended upgrades aren't really available for you unfortunately, including the AP. The BHR ignition should still work, though you might want to check with them.
If you have a Series 1 (2004 through 2008), then there is also the REmedy water pump and thermostat, the oil pressure pellet upgrade that are highly recommended.
06-02-2010, 10:05 AM
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The BHR ignition is one of those things that should have come stock from the factory. They don't advertise MPG or HP improvements, only stabilizing the spark and ignition system more, increasing the longevity to lifetime instead of 20k-35k miles. But, people are also seeing mileage and power gains over their existing ignition which was not running at peak, which happens alot.
The only thing you would be missing by not having the OEM nav would be the OEM-look to the pop up display, which is in very high demand by people installing CarPCs that want to use the OEM nav hood with a replacement touch screen display hooked up to the PC. So it really isn't even the nav, but the casing around the nav
You aren't missing anything.
If I read correctly that you are getting a brand new 8, so 2009 or 2010, series 2, then most of the other quick and easy recommended upgrades aren't really available for you unfortunately, including the AP. The BHR ignition should still work, though you might want to check with them.
If you have a Series 1 (2004 through 2008), then there is also the REmedy water pump and thermostat, the oil pressure pellet upgrade that are highly recommended.
The only thing you would be missing by not having the OEM nav would be the OEM-look to the pop up display, which is in very high demand by people installing CarPCs that want to use the OEM nav hood with a replacement touch screen display hooked up to the PC. So it really isn't even the nav, but the casing around the nav
You aren't missing anything.
If I read correctly that you are getting a brand new 8, so 2009 or 2010, series 2, then most of the other quick and easy recommended upgrades aren't really available for you unfortunately, including the AP. The BHR ignition should still work, though you might want to check with them.
If you have a Series 1 (2004 through 2008), then there is also the REmedy water pump and thermostat, the oil pressure pellet upgrade that are highly recommended.
I will holler at the folks over at BHR just to confirm that their kit fits, the car is a S2 (2010 model), only has 16 miles on it so im sure i can hold out for a bit.
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