Interior Modification

Rouxbrun · 01-06-2008, 04:02 AM

I have a E90 but without navigation...and I want to put a Navigation system/TV inside of it... I find the Indash flip out TV to be too ugly and not esthetically pleasing to the look of the interior.

I have Photoshoped the picture to include in dash TV Navigation and a Rear view Mirror TV (for a backup camera)

Opinions on the look!?!?!?!?! Recommendations/Alternatives ??????????

spesrf25 · 01-06-2008, 04:06 AM

That looks pretty good to me. If you can make it look like that, I say go for it.

inabis · 01-06-2008, 01:46 PM

it's kinda low...you'll be looking down everytime ur following ur gps....I'd advise you to mount it higher if possible....plus if the car is in park wont the shifter be in the was of it?? Just asking

AlanQS · 01-06-2008, 01:55 PM

That looks great! Is there room for a double DIN unit when you take out the original head unit?

just4kickz · 01-06-2008, 03:38 PM

+1 too low... you cant drive and look at that at the same time.

dallasaggie2006 · 01-06-2008, 05:57 PM

that looks great. i want to do something similar as well. anyone else have pics of something similar? Roux let me know if you go through with it.

RRGOO7 · 01-06-2008, 06:05 PM

looks good but i dont think it can be done ...not enough space

dallasaggie2006 · 01-06-2008, 06:47 PM

i would imagine something similar can be done (smaller screen) but still integrating it into the dash...ever since i saw that pic i am now determined to figure something out...

Rouxbrun · 01-06-2008, 07:15 PM

In this photoshoped pic, I had to lower the AC air controls to the bottom in order to have enough space to harness the in dash Pioneer (which is not to scale).

But I will let you guys know If I find a Kit that allows for such a modification.

I have to agree though, that the System is too low to one's eye sight.
I'm working on another sketch for a on dash TV , probably where the upper AC vents are.

tintivilus · 01-06-2008, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rouxbrun

But I will let you guys know If I find a Kit that allows for such a modification.

I've seen an E90 double-DIN mounting frame for sale and it looked exactly like your p-Shop with the lowered HVAC controls. I don't know if it was a production part or a one-off, though.

Rouxbrun · 01-06-2008, 08:38 PM

I Found a Double DIN to house a indash GPS/NAv/TV...however, it's the reverse of my P-Shopped picture above

From Member: chopperstyle

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3839

Images_

GAM3OVR85 · 01-06-2008, 08:46 PM

wow...that looks nice.
Thats for posting this, ill probably steal ur idea and do the same thing

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GAM3OVR85 · 01-06-2008, 08:50 PM

oh..thats too low though (last pic), but still NICE!!
Not agreeing with the AC vents, u are in Florida bro U NEED THEM

dallasaggie2006 · 01-06-2008, 09:10 PM

after looking around i think the flip out may be my best bet. i am a little hesitant to have anyone do the work required for an in dash navigation. i really dont even need it I just want the screen for DVDs and aesthetic purposes.

GAM3OVR85 · 01-07-2008, 01:56 AM

i just realized that i have heated seats button, if i use the dash kit above where im going to put these button?

tintivilus · 01-07-2008, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

i just realized that i have heated seats button, if i use the dash kit above where im going to put these button?

nowhere, as far as I can tell. Time to get creative

edit: actually, it looks like there's room for the stock buttons off the top left and right corners of the stereo bay in that picture. Dremel to the rescue...

cycler · 01-07-2008, 09:28 AM

You should of just ordered navi from the begining for 1900. The cost now might be a little more or the same and it still wont look that good since it is that low.

Rouxbrun · 01-07-2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cycler

You should of just ordered navi from the begining for 1900. The cost now might be a little more or the same and it still wont look that good since it is that low.

You can't return Gifts... lol

AWD Addict · 01-07-2008, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MTL Bimmer

oh..thats too low though (last pic), but still NICE!!

Looks good, but way too low to be functional.

TahoeOG · 01-07-2008, 10:49 AM

Dude that's to low. everything you need to look at the nav you will have to look down. God forbid some idiot stops short and you're looking down.

That can be a safety issue... Might want to stick with dash nav. Or photoshopp something where the nav is up top.

Tommy420 · 01-07-2008, 01:47 PM

Way too low! Wouldn't be safe, and it would definitely be inconvenient to look down every time you want to follow your Nav. The angle would also be uncomfortable. I think the factory nav's location on these cars is excellent...to bad the navigation itself sucks compared to other navigation systems (i.e., lexus)

astra · 01-07-2008, 04:09 PM

looks better in the dash, even if it is too low - the mirror one looks a bit tacky

01-06-2008, 04:02 AM	#1
Rouxbrun BRUNO MCMIV 2 Rep 34 Posts Drives: E90 2006 Sprakling Graphite Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (1)	Interior Modification I have a E90 but without navigation...and I want to put a Navigation system/TV inside of it... I find the Indash flip out TV to be too ugly and not esthetically pleasing to the look of the interior. I have Photoshoped the picture to include in dash TV Navigation and a Rear view Mirror TV (for a backup camera) Opinions on the look!?!?!?!?! Recommendations/Alternatives ?????????? Attached Images
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spesrf25 Second Lieutenant 36 Rep 244 Posts Drives: X5d X-Line Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	That looks pretty good to me. If you can make it look like that, I say go for it. __________________ BMW X5d (Ordered) 2007 335i Coupe (sold)
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01-06-2008, 01:46 PM	#3
inabis Captain 281 Rep 955 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Daytona Beach->Denver->Seattle->The Bay iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	it's kinda low...you'll be looking down everytime ur following ur gps....I'd advise you to mount it higher if possible....plus if the car is in park wont the shifter be in the was of it?? Just asking
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01-06-2008, 01:55 PM	#4
AlanQS Colonel 240 Rep 2,810 Posts Drives: Jaguar XE P250 HSE Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 430i m-sport G ... [0.00]	That looks great! Is there room for a double DIN unit when you take out the original head unit?
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just4kickz boku no namae ha... 336 Rep 11,025 Posts Drives: 2006 BS 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: S. Bay Area, CA + Newark, NJ + ChiCity + True Blue iTrader: (11) Garage List 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	+1 too low... you cant drive and look at that at the same time. __________________ looking for a PreLCI Black Sapphire e90 front bumper without license plate holes "Akimbo shotguns. Broken wrists anyone? And don't give me that 'it's just a game' bull**. Where the are my akimbo interventions then?! One scope on each eye mother**er!!"
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01-06-2008, 05:57 PM	#6
dallasaggie2006 New Member 0 Rep 24 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx iTrader: (0)	that looks great. i want to do something similar as well. anyone else have pics of something similar? Roux let me know if you go through with it.
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01-06-2008, 06:05 PM	#7
RRGOO7 Colonel 360 Rep 2,451 Posts Drives: GTR Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Miami FL iTrader: (13)	looks good but i dont think it can be done ...not enough space
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01-06-2008, 06:47 PM	#8
dallasaggie2006 New Member 0 Rep 24 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx iTrader: (0)	i would imagine something similar can be done (smaller screen) but still integrating it into the dash...ever since i saw that pic i am now determined to figure something out...
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01-06-2008, 07:15 PM	#9
Rouxbrun BRUNO MCMIV 2 Rep 34 Posts Drives: E90 2006 Sprakling Graphite Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (1)	In this photoshoped pic, I had to lower the AC air controls to the bottom in order to have enough space to harness the in dash Pioneer (which is not to scale). But I will let you guys know If I find a Kit that allows for such a modification. I have to agree though, that the System is too low to one's eye sight. I'm working on another sketch for a on dash TV , probably where the upper AC vents are.
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01-06-2008, 08:38 PM	#11
Rouxbrun BRUNO MCMIV 2 Rep 34 Posts Drives: E90 2006 Sprakling Graphite Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (1)	Found Aftermarket Dash Kit I Found a Double DIN to house a indash GPS/NAv/TV...however, it's the reverse of my P-Shopped picture above From Member: chopperstyle http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3839 Images_ Attached Images Last edited by Rouxbrun; 01-06-2008 at 08:50 PM.. Reason: Updated info
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GAM3OVR85 Major General 313 Rep 8,050 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montreal, QC iTrader: (18) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00] 2010 Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 [9.00] 2007 E92 328i [10.00]	wow...that looks nice. Thats for posting this, ill probably steal ur idea and do the same thing .
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GAM3OVR85 Major General 313 Rep 8,050 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montreal, QC iTrader: (18) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00] 2010 Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 [9.00] 2007 E92 328i [10.00]	oh..thats too low though (last pic), but still NICE!! Not agreeing with the AC vents, u are in Florida bro U NEED THEM
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01-06-2008, 09:10 PM	#14
dallasaggie2006 New Member 0 Rep 24 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dallas, Tx iTrader: (0)	after looking around i think the flip out may be my best bet. i am a little hesitant to have anyone do the work required for an in dash navigation. i really dont even need it I just want the screen for DVDs and aesthetic purposes.
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GAM3OVR85 Major General 313 Rep 8,050 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Montreal, QC iTrader: (18) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 [0.00] 2010 Sea-Doo RXT-X 260 [9.00] 2007 E92 328i [10.00]	i just realized that i have heated seats button, if i use the dash kit above where im going to put these button?
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01-07-2008, 09:28 AM	#17
cycler Major General 137 Rep 8,067 Posts Drives: 2011 Streetglide and 2011 Dyna Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Long Island NY iTrader: (0)	You should of just ordered navi from the begining for 1900. The cost now might be a little more or the same and it still wont look that good since it is that low.
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01-07-2008, 10:49 AM	#20
TahoeOG Major 83 Rep 1,208 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (1)	Dude that's to low. everything you need to look at the nav you will have to look down. God forbid some idiot stops short and you're looking down. That can be a safety issue... Might want to stick with dash nav. Or photoshopp something where the nav is up top. __________________ Selling my winter setup, Hit me UP!
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01-07-2008, 01:47 PM	#21
Tommy420 peace.love.health.happine ss 47 Rep 631 Posts Drives: 2008 335i e92 Montego/Blk lthr Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	Way too low! Wouldn't be safe, and it would definitely be inconvenient to look down every time you want to follow your Nav. The angle would also be uncomfortable. I think the factory nav's location on these cars is excellent...to bad the navigation itself sucks compared to other navigation systems (i.e., lexus) __________________ 2008 335i e92 Montego blue/black leather, alum brush trim, MT, ZSP, ZPP, nav, ipod/usb, sirius, alum brush e-brake, alum pedals, 35% Madico For pics of my ride, go to www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108628
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01-07-2008, 04:09 PM	#22
astra Brigadier General 94 Rep 3,748 Posts Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sydney iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 325Ci Individual [0.00]	looks better in the dash, even if it is too low - the mirror one looks a bit tacky __________________
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