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Old Aug 2, 2004 | 12:56 pm
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Originally Posted by timchen
Hi there. Does anyboby know of a way to make an iPod work with a 2001 BMW? I have the iTrip FM transmitter but the sound quality isn't that great. I know that only models 2002 and newer are compatible, but I'm looking for a way to "iPod my BMW"! I have a 20GB 4th Gen iPod and a 2001 X5.

Also, upgrading the BMW is out of the question at this point.

Thanks!
The best option at the moment will be an Alpine headunit with AI/NET interface and the soon to be released Alpine KCA420i AI/NET ipod interface unit. The unit will be around $100 and the cheapest AI/NET headunit is around $300. Not cheap, but certainly a VERY nice solution.

The problem with the BMW solution is that it's just a remote control and audio hookup, the Alpine will actually show track and song info and will let you browse the collection on the headunit.

(Alpine KCA420i link: http://www.alpine-usa.com/products/l...h_kca-420i.htm)
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