[BMW DIY Guy]

So.. this point has really frustrated me about my G87, and honestly one of the few (if any) things that bug me. The fact that the standard 2 series comes with this system and we don't just blows my mind, and I feel defeats the argument that more expensive models get this technology.

I haven't yet seen anyone try this, and I say that in the shadow of the two UK shops that retrofitted AWD onto the G87. It certainly CAN be done, with OEM parts, but the question would be *how*. (yes yes, and how much of course).

So I thought to start this idea and beyond the parts and cost, actually would be a shop/tuner/coder that could retro-code all the correct modules and info back into the car. Much like the AWD, I bet it can be done with the rigth source.

Does anyone know a coder/tuner that could even LOOK at something like that? Even if I sourced all the hardware, it's a pile of wires and cameras without the coding.

Thoughts?

[BradMX5]

Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

So.. this point has really frustrated me about my G87, and honestly one of the few (if any) things that bug me. The fact that the standard 2 series comes with this system and we don't just blows my mind, and I feel defeats the argument that more expensive models get this technology.

I haven't yet seen anyone try this, and I say that in the shadow of the two UK shops that retrofitted AWD onto the G87. It certainly CAN be done, with OEM parts, but the question would be *how*. (yes yes, and how much of course).

So I thought to start this idea and beyond the parts and cost, actually would be a shop/tuner/coder that could retro-code all the correct modules and info back into the car. Much like the AWD, I bet it can be done with the rigth source.

Does anyone know a coder/tuner that could even LOOK at something like that? Even if I sourced all the hardware, it's a pile of wires and cameras without the coding.

Thoughts?

I'd say ask them but don't know how much would get lost in translation.

At least it shows it can be done.

[BMW DIY Guy]

Originally Posted by BradMX5

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNvs4e-wV78&ab_channel=FlinstoneAutoparts

I'd say ask them but don't know how much would get lost in translation.

At least it shows it can be done.

Sent them a message, great find!

[Lagunatic]

Wow that looks pretty cool.

[BIGW0RM]

Yea its a real shame we couldnt option our cars with them. Thats my biggest complaint about the M2.

[BMW DIY Guy]

I have reached out to the folks that made that video on IG, and get a one or two word response in return. I haven't found anyone else in the world that has shown this functionality, so working hard to try to figure out how they did it.

[kenkamm]

Sounds like they aren't very willing to share information. Unfortunate.

[BMW DIY Guy]

Originally Posted by kenkamm

Sounds like they aren't very willing to share information. Unfortunate.

I haven't given up yet, and will keep after them.. I WANT this answer!

[motorknut]

Originally Posted by kenkamm

Sounds like they aren't very willing to share information. Unfortunate.

Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

I haven't given up yet, and will keep after them.. I WANT this answer!

They are a business that offers this as a service, so they prob dont want others replicating it. They dont make money from DIY videos.

Lots of businesses in asia offer retrofit services such as this. Might be open to offerinng online guidance for a fee but i suggest finding one that is fluent in english.

[BlueLEDz]

I’m on the other end of the spectrum with a G42 that couldn’t have the 360 camera system because of supply chain issues. I’ve been able to find the cameras but no information about how to activate them to work.

Even just the front camera would be a nice upgrade.

[BMW DIY Guy]

Originally Posted by BlueLEDz

I’m on the other end of the spectrum with a G42 that couldn’t have the 360 camera system because of supply chain issues. I’ve been able to find the cameras but no information about how to activate them to work.

Even just the front camera would be a nice upgrade.

It's been painfully slow communications but galcially getting information. I have pictures of the kit now but no price or information on complexity or coding.

I am going to keep digging