X6 - Side View Camera

[XBMW6]

I was going through BMW's accessories and I came across "side view camera" as a dealer installed option. It seems to be similar to the one available for the 7-series. Does anyone know about that? Here's the link:

http://accessories.bmw.com/internet_...&absoluteNav=1

[sariggs1]

Very cool, never heard of it. Can't think of when you would use it though. I wish they had a blind spot camera!

[XBMW6]

Here's a description of the side camera system in the 7 Series:

"The Side View system gives you a better view of traffic coming from the side. Two additional front-end cameras are integrated in the front bumper, one on the left and one on the right. The images obtained, transmitted to the Control Display, offer not only additional comfort when manoeuvring, but also give the driver an immediate overview of traffic conditions around the car when driving through a narrow gate or leaving a car park."

http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicle...ra_system.html

[dmlgc]

for the X6, at least according to xbmw6's link looks like it's one camera under front bumper. "The camera is located in the middle of the car under the bumper."

anyone know what this cost, checked BMW site but couldn't find it.

[XBMW6]

There seems to be a problem posting the direct link. You can look it up in BMW's accessories section:

http://www.bmw.com/com/en/owners/acc...er/finder.html

Here's a screen print of the product:

[SD2md]

I have it in our new one... it is the best thing i have seen... i'll take a shot of the screen and post.

[XBMW6]

Originally Posted by SD2md

I have it in our new one... it is the best thing i have seen... i'll take a shot of the screen and post.

I think you were referring to the top view camera...This one is different and not offered as a factory installed option.

[dmlgc]

Originally Posted by XBMW6

There seems to be a problem posting the direct link. You can look it up in BMW's accessories section:

http://www.bmw.com/com/en/owners/acc...er/finder.html

Here's a screen print of the product:

I found that but was hoping for a part number that I could email to my SA and have him check on price and if is available for my year X6.

[XBMW6]

I called my dealer to ask them about the availability, but they could not find it in their system. They don't even have a part number yet. They said it might come in later since it's apparently works with the new iDrive system. If some of you guys can ask your local dealer, maybe some might have more information.

[DoctaM3]

The side view camera's are not for the X6. they are coming on te new 5 series, 7 series. The X5/X6 have teh top view cameras.

[XBMW6]

Originally Posted by DoctaM3

The side view camera's are not for the X6. they are coming on te new 5 series, 7 series. The X5/X6 have teh top view cameras.

Read the original post and check the posted pic...you'll notice it specifically states X6

[XBMW6]

If anyone is interested, here's the link for the side view camera retrofit kit:

http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E7...ension_camera/

[dmlgc]

thanks

[jouzef2]

Originally Posted by XBMW6

If anyone is interested, here's the link for the side view camera retrofit kit:

http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E7...ension_camera/

Hi, ya36eek el 3afya

Do you think that it can be installed on the regular X6 , with out any sort of making holes in the bumper or some of that?

[melt]

See my thread here. Just got them in my 2011 X6.

http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=421334

[XBMW6]

Originally Posted by jouzef2

Hi, ya36eek el 3afya

Do you think that it can be installed on the regular X6 , with out any sort of making holes in the bumper or some of that?

Honestly, I'm not sure about the technical details. However, I don't think it's an option you will miss or use often.