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      01-19-2015, 04:17 PM   #1
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Uh oh! Didnt know that rear-view camera wasn't part of any package

I wasn't aware that the rear-view camera wasn't part of ANY of the packages and require additional $450 as an optional addon.

Now that the car has been delivered, I am wondering if I can just buy a OEM camera for $450 from BMW and have someone install for me? Would that work?



The car is already equipped with technology, premium and msport package. So the nav screen is there, and already have the parking distance control, front and rear. I stupidly thought that's already with rear-camera included.



Btw, I am from Canada.. so I am not sure if that's any difference in terms of packages in US or other parts of the world.

And for those of you in Canada, does your mirror folds as well? I am trying to find that info on the bmw.ca website but couldn't find any.

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Mirrors do fold, press the button next to the mirror selector switch. It can also be coded in to fold automatically.

As for the camera thing, you're kinda SOL. It will cost far more than what it's worth.
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what about retrofit bimmertech rear view camera or whatever....

Kindda disappointed
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My X1 was purchased previously loved (used) and it too didn't have the rear-view camera. While I was disappointed, I was choosing from what was on the market. I have researched about adding the camera and came to same conclusion as Twix ... "SOL".

I still read and research options but not with much hope anymore.

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      01-21-2015, 12:37 PM   #5
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My X1 was purchased previously loved (used) and it too didn't have the rear-view camera. While I was disappointed, I was choosing from what was on the market. I have researched about adding the camera and came to same conclusion as Twix ... "SOL".

I still read and research options but not with much hope anymore.
I'm contemplating in buying the RVS-0911406 Wireless backup camera system with cig light adaptor from Rear View Safety. I don't know how easy will be the installation for me.
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Sometimes I just remind myself that maybe I shouldn't care about it much, since I already have PDC and its 'kindda' the same thing for me, since I don't do a whole lot of parallel parking.
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I have a fused neck, C2-T2, and I would rather rely on my mirrors, than trying to decipher what the image is on the tiny screen. I don't have the parking sensors, but they would be excellent, in combination with Mk1 eyeball. My wife's Ford Edge has a big screen BU camera, and even with a clean camera lens, it's better checking the mirrors, than staring down at the screen.
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I have a fused neck, C2-T2, and I would rather rely on my mirrors, than trying to decipher what the image is on the tiny screen. I don't have the parking sensors, but they would be excellent, in combination with Mk1 eyeball. My wife's Ford Edge has a big screen BU camera, and even with a clean camera lens, it's better checking the mirrors, than staring down at the screen.
This is what I've found test driving cars with BU cameras. I still end up using mirrors and looking over my shoulders. The PDC in the rear is nice, lets me know when I'm just about to bump the curb with the bumper. Even still, I rarely rely on the sensors and just use good old driving technique to maneuver my car. Haven't hit anything yet
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This is what I've found test driving cars with BU cameras. I still end up using mirrors and looking over my shoulders. The PDC in the rear is nice, lets me know when I'm just about to bump the curb with the bumper. Even still, I rarely rely on the sensors and just use good old driving technique to maneuver my car. Haven't hit anything yet
How much would it roughly cost to retrofit the rear-view camera in Canada. Any idea?
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How much would it roughly cost to retrofit the rear-view camera in Canada. Any idea?
If you're positive you gotta have a BUC, I would recommend an aftermarket unit. If BMW doesn't make one for the X1, (like power hatch) then trying to retrofit one from a different model BMW would be WAY more expensive.


Just checked Edmunds. I'm wrong; the rear view camera is part of the "Ultimate" package, and not a stand alone option. Oops! wrong again. Available with the "Driver Assistance Package". Much cheaper that way, and probably more affordable to retrofit a factory setup.

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Call the dealership you purchased from and ask. It's a $3100 option once you get all the tech package etc. It used to be a $450 option after upgrading to the tech pkg and getting front PDC ($450). I'm sure it would cost in the neighbourhood of $2200 for them ti get the part and install it for you. Maybe more.
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i dont think we have the ultimate package in canada. we only have premium; technology, lighting, executive etc.

Thats how i think i missed the rear view camera addin as an option

btw, would these sort of retrofit void the warranty?
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If you went with the BMW route the warranty is fine. If you go the aftermarket route and have to splice wires or something, BMW may not warranty the affected electrical components. Nor will they warranty the aftermarket unit.

The camera is a stand alone option which would have required you to get both premium and tech pkgs.
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sorry i m a litttle confused. whats the bmw route? like buy an oem rear view camera and have them install it?

btw, do you use it yourself. kindda regret not getting. lol
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I didn't get the tech package. It's worthless to me. I like to watch the road while driving, not at pretty album art.
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I didn't get the tech package. It's worthless to me. I like to watch the road while driving, not at pretty album art.
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i dont think we have the ultimate package in canada. we only have premium; technology, lighting, executive etc.

Thats how i think i missed the rear view camera addin as an option

btw, would these sort of retrofit void the warranty?

The ultimate pkg is just the premium, driver assistance, and tech pkgs rolled into one.

The camera is part of the driver assistance pkg which requires the tech pkg.
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The ultimate pkg is just the premium, driver assistance, and tech pkgs rolled into one.

The camera is part of the driver assistance pkg which requires the tech pkg.
Its weird that we don't have the Ultimate package in Canada. In fact, we don't even have driver assistance package.



Btw, I just noticed that the need the 'connecteddrive services" to use bluetooth in my car? (hands-free)?
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Our packages are built to our market. The ultimate would be easier for dealerships for sure. The driver's assistance package comes with the technology and executive packages. It's kind of split between them now.

I was never sure about the hands free thing they talk about in the ConnectedDrive pack. Maybe it's for use with the voice recognition and display on the nav screen. I can make calls with my phone without using my hands to dial on my phone. I can't use the steering wheel however. Maybe that's what it's for.
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