Alarm Question..?

ezguyy · 07-03-2011, 03:15 PM

hey guys..

I just got a myself a 2011 E92 335i and my car didn't come with the alarm option. Is there anyway i can get the added now? And if so how expensive will it be?

Thanks..

O HELLA BMW · 07-03-2011, 03:17 PM

i believe BMW stopped prewiring alarms for 2010-2011 models. i may be wrong but i think thats what i heard.

i believe up to 2009 all e90's,e92,e93's were prewired for alarms.

but ask evan@tischer he should know

Trocks797 · 07-03-2011, 03:18 PM

From what I have read, 2010 and 11 models are no longer pre-wired for the alarm. Adding it would be super expensive. I am brand new to this forum and that is really all I know, but you can search for specifics.

rbocc13 · 07-03-2011, 05:34 PM

i have an 08 e92 mine came prewired (clown nose on bottom of the rear view mirror) and i called a bunch of dealers and actually got the one closest to my house to match the lowest price i found which was $600 parts/labor & tax. The car has sensors on the wheels i think, hood, trunk, and when the windows are down and motion is detected the alarm goes off. I take it you should have ordered it with the factory alarm or explored the option before purchasing but too late now.

ezguyy · 07-03-2011, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by rbocc13

i have an 08 e92 mine came prewired (clown nose on bottom of the rear view mirror) and i called a bunch of dealers and actually got the one closest to my house to match the lowest price i found which was $600 parts/labor & tax. The car has sensors on the wheels i think, hood, trunk, and when the windows are down and motion is detected the alarm goes off. I take it you should have ordered it with the factory alarm or explored the option before purchasing but too late now.

Damn..didnt realize it was that expensive.
Yea i know it was either wait 6 weeks or take this car and i fell in love with this one..all i wish i had was alarm and back up sensors damn it!

O HELLA BMW · 07-03-2011, 07:34 PM

its sad these cars being expensive as they are dont come with a alarm system lol

andrewket · 07-03-2011, 08:56 PM

The alarm is standard on the 335is which is why I have it. I'm not really sure it provides $600 worth of value to be honest.

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Majikthese42 · 07-03-2011, 10:37 PM

The alarm kit was $290 from Tischer a couple of years ago, plus my dealer charged 1 hour for programming the alarm. It was a fun project, but I don't think it's worth the $, or at least I'd need to keep the car for a looooooong time to pay for the alarm with the insurance discounts.

My insurance company was insistent that the car have an alarm warning sticker for the alarm discount. That's a good part of the deterrence value of the alarm system. Another good part of the deterrence value is the blinking clown nose. There are instructions in the DIY forum for making the clown nose blink with a few dollars of Radio Shack parts. If you want to discourage the casual thief, an alarm sticker from Ebay and the flashing clown nose might be the cheap way to do it.

The car is almost impossible to steal without either the key or a flatbed.

mathematics · 07-04-2011, 11:21 AM

Why not just go with an aftermarket alarm?

CenCal X3M Comp · 07-04-2011, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewket

The alarm is standard on the 335is which is why I have it. I'm not really sure it provides $600 worth of value to be honest.

A

Alarm is not standard on the 335is!

s2k_335i · 07-04-2011, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mathematics

Why not just go with an aftermarket alarm?

Is almost impossible to interface with any aftermarket alarm. Just like the sound system.

CenCal X3M Comp · 07-04-2011, 12:32 PM

I've read about CAN Bus Alarms that allows you to use the factory remote. You can google or search in this forum.

wrickem · 07-05-2011, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewket

The alarm is standard on the 335is which is why I have it. I'm not really sure it provides $600 worth of value to be honest.

A

Quote:

Originally Posted by CenCal 335is

Alarm is not standard on the 335is!

It always amazes me around here how little some people know about their own cars.

OP, I'd go with a good aftermarket one if I were you, and really felt the need for one.

B-737 · 07-06-2011, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by s2k_335i

Is almost impossible to interface with any aftermarket alarm. Just like the sound system.

wrong. any good installer who knows BMWs can do it. its only a few wire taps.

OP,
Your 2011 is not prewired. your totally on your own here.

get a simple CANbus alarm that will be a very basic alarm just like the BMW factory one. they arent expensive and you will still use your factory keyfob. If you want the clown nose to blink than add a CanBus alarm + a RemoteKey Plus unit together. they work great together.

here is my story...

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=457584

SIN_CITY_TROLL · 08-30-2011, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewket

The alarm is standard on the 335is which is why I have it. I'm not really sure it provides $600 worth of value to be honest.

A

I have a 2011 e92 335is and it does NOT have an alarm... you sure you have it????

Elliott@DetailAddict · 08-31-2011, 01:48 PM

If you ordered it on the car after 09 you have it. If not... no prewire kit.

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Majikthese42 Philosopher-king 20 Rep 1,113 Posts Drives: 2008 E91 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: People's Republic of New Jersey iTrader: (0)	The alarm kit was $290 from Tischer a couple of years ago, plus my dealer charged 1 hour for programming the alarm. It was a fun project, but I don't think it's worth the $, or at least I'd need to keep the car for a looooooong time to pay for the alarm with the insurance discounts. My insurance company was insistent that the car have an alarm warning sticker for the alarm discount. That's a good part of the deterrence value of the alarm system. Another good part of the deterrence value is the blinking clown nose. There are instructions in the DIY forum for making the clown nose blink with a few dollars of Radio Shack parts. If you want to discourage the casual thief, an alarm sticker from Ebay and the flashing clown nose might be the cheap way to do it. The car is almost impossible to steal without either the key or a flatbed. __________________ E91 6MT Alpine, Terra, Xenons, ZSP, ZCW, ZPP, PDC, CA, alarm, M shifter and M brake handle, Euro rear fog light switch, Euro aspheric mirrors, rear power outlets, Garmin nüvi custom cupholder mount, Lidatek, V-1 built-in remote display, tire pump, jack, floor mats.
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