[Arnbut]

Rec,
My parts fellow can't find the part number for the mount; do you have it yet?

And am I understanding that if I buy the mount and have it installed by my dealer that I can buy the generic nav unit from a local retailer and use it that way?
Thanks.

[rec]

hey Bill,
just fired an email off, I will let you know when I get a response.

[bdmini2]

Quote: Originally Posted by rec (original)

it's a 360 unit that is capable of doing the traffic stuff, but there is no traffic receiver included mate.

That's a shame, particularly if it costs ~£500 fitted (~£450 parts). Didn't you mention a pricing adjustment, though?

I'd be interested in the bracket-only option so any info about that would be welcomed!

Thanks for the details.

[Arnbut]

Now about the part number for the mount?

[rec]

not had a response yet... i got a "can you forward this onto Russ for me please mate" CC'd email, but nothing as of yet

rest assured as soon as i've pestered them to death I will pass it on ;]

[TFA]

Quote: Originally Posted by rec (original)

the only thing the bracket does is tap into the ignition power of the car. hooking it into the audio feeds would require a considerable amount of effort specifically due to the stereo systems being different between each generation of MINI.

i am passing all comments onto the development teams that handle this unit, however.

Ummm...uhhhh...isn't part of the considerable price hike to provide considerable value-add AND to offset your "considerable amount of effort" in providing that value-add?

I like my Nuvi 350 a great deal. It has great features. And it has serious flaws. They ALL have serious flaws. Choosing a nav is an exercise in compromise. I studied and used many before settling on my own best compromise.
Why can't the manufacturers design useful systems that do nav reallly well - forget the mp3 and photo display. Good grief!

BTW, I have an absolutely perfect, free, uunobtrusive, non-cutting-into-or-gluing-onto-the-dash mounting system - see my post with pics early in this thread.

[Japper]

[quote=
BTW, I have an absolutely perfect, free, uunobtrusive, non-cutting-into-or-gluing-onto-the-dash mounting system - see my post with pics early in this thread.[/quote]

While i agree that this MINI portable nav may be a little overpriced ( although with discount i can get it for £371 ) it is worth it in my opinion ( and my needs ) to avoid just this kind of install with wires showing all over. Nuvi 360's cost around £270 so £100 for bracket and power leads. A power lead from Mikey costs £40 so £60 for bracket aint that bad is it. I'm sure people will eiher be able to use it on their next Mini or sell it on for a fair price too.

JMHO

[rec]

we aint forcing you to buy it.

[TFA]

Quote: Originally Posted by rec (original)

we aint forcing you to buy it.

I shall attempt to believe that yours is not the prevailing attitude at Garmin.

I am sure that most of you do understand that unfortunatley, it is the custoemr who actually buys your product.
Hey - I complimented the product, bought one, but I wil not pretend that it is perfect.

[Arnbut]

WallyWorld has the Nuvi 350 for $369.54.......

[Arnbut]

I think you're a cool guy, Rec.

Part number yet? And would the mount work for the Nuvi 350 as well?

I'd like to get something soon; we're planning a little trip to AZ, UT, & CO and will probably motor about 7,000 miles in two weeks through some desolate areas...

[rec]

i chased up the part numbers today Bill, hopefully I should see them before COP today. The 350 will work with the mount yeah no worries :]

[Overboost-Rich]

Keep up the good work rec, your posts on the new Nuvi bracket have been useful to me so thank you!

[Paul]

Please keep this conversation civil and on-topic or we'll just close of the thread folks.

Thanks.

[bdmini2]

Quote: Originally Posted by Overboost-Rich (original)

Keep up the good work rec, your posts on the new Nuvi bracket have been useful to me so thank you!

I agree -- your information has been really helpful, rec.

Do you think you'll have news about the part numbers soon?

[ned78]

The last I heard, the bracket for the RHD market was still in 'testing', and they had no official date for launch. I know dozens of people waiting for both an R50 and R56 bracket. Myself included ...

[rec]

Just fired another email off.

Lets see :] I know the unit is in the Accessories catalogue, however, but my local dealer didn't know anything about it (I was the one that actually showed them the kit !)

[rec]

These are the part numbers
R56 RHD EU Install Kit - 65 90 0 428 502[/
R50 RHD EU Install Kit - 65 90 0 428 503

You may find that your dealer does not know about these brackets. We have raised the issue with BMW UK, and they were looking into ranging the bracket. I would argue your local dealer to put pressure on the head office, if they wish to supply, they could even quote the BMW part number starting with 65.

[Arnbut]

My dealership isn't close or easy to work with.
But at least they're not very good as well.

I opted for the Nuvi 350 and put it on a Kuda mount.
Thanks for the recon work though, Rec. It's a pity that local support is often lacking. I'd rather have a head cold than visit my dealer...

[rec]

personally, and this is an unbiased opinion, i think that the Kuda mount looks kinda stupid :/