4 Series Adaptive Suspension Code

[Rick62]

Hello, could anyone please help clarify what the build code is for Adaptive Suspension on 420d M Sport? I checked out the VIN on one vehicle and got the full factory build sheet that states the code 704 (M Sport Suspension) but what would be the build code for the Adaptive suspension?
I have checked loads of forums but there seems to be a bit of a confusion with people talking about "active" suspension, Adaptive suspension, M-Sport suspension and standard suspension!! The suspense is killing me!!
Thanks in advance for any info or further advice that anyone can give.

[Smuler]

Rick62 said:

Hello, could anyone please help clarify what the build code is for Adaptive Suspension on 420d M Sport? I checked out the VIN on one vehicle and got the full factory build sheet that states the code 704 (M Sport Suspension) but what would be the build code for the Adaptive suspension?
I have checked loads of forums but there seems to be a bit of a confusion with people talking about "active" suspension, Adaptive suspension, M-Sport suspension and standard suspension!! The suspense is killing me!!
Thanks in advance for any info or further advice that anyone can give.

According to a current brochure it's called Adaptive M Sport Suspension. Code given is 2VF. But then on M Sport spec it doesn't seem to be individually available and points to the Dynamic package which has the overall code ZDN.
2VF is an option on non M Sport.

704 is M Sport Suspension as there's a delete option 225

As you are presumably looking at older cars you can see if you can find any with these codes in their build sheets otherwise I'd contact BMW just in case they've changed. Or maybe try and get a brochure for the year of car/s you're after.

[Rick62]

Thanks for the reply. Yes, im looking at a couple of 64 plates. I have had a few VIN numbers and ran them through the system to check the factory build sheet. I will look out for the 2VF option as opposed to the 704. Some people have said not to bother with it but as I live in a semi rural area, yet once or twice a month, do a 500 mile motorway journey, it would be nice to have the option to switch from sport to comfort mode.
Thanks once again.

[Smuler]

Not exactly apples for apples , but I paid the seemingly bargain 150£ to have the M Spott trim X1s version of adaptive suspension ; have found it unexessary as ride in sport is excellent thanks to 18 inch wheels and non RFTs.

I tested several with RFTs on 19s and whilst not bad would have needed comfort mode.

Not saying don’t go for it , rather look at wheels and tyres too.

[Rick62]

Thanks, 18" rims with normal tyres but with the "Sport Suspension" as opposed to Adaptive seems a good compromise suggestion.
My ideal basic spec would be ....
Black Sapphire Paint (475 Sapphire) / Black Leather
Sunroof
Auto box
18`` Wheels
Adaptive Suspension, option 2VF, (NOT option 704, standard M-Sport suspension)
Professional Media / Satellite
Sun Protection Windows
Folding Mirrors (Comfort Package??)
Keyless Entry

Im in no rush so will take my time and see what turns up.

[Smuler]

FWIW , I’ve had a few loan cars which had black leather and the privacy glass and they seemed gloomy.
Therefore , if you go for those 2 options I would definitely have a sunroof.

I like folding mirrors , it’s a fairly wide car so for parking on or even traversing some narrower or packed streets.