CD Changers into E39

[timwatsham]

So having bought the car, the only thing I need to do is get a CD changer fitted.

The stereo is a BMW Business model, so it has the connections ready to link up (so I'm told). Has anyone bought an aftermarket changer to fit? What model did they go for? How much was it, and did you keep the functionality of the steering wheel controls etc.

Thanks...

[Vic_S]

Mine was retro-fitted by the previous owner with a BMW 6 x changer (made by Alpine?) & steering wheel controls work OK. They regularly pop up on Ebay and might be an easier fit than other makes.

Vic

[off_again]

They are all pre-wired and they fit in the boot. On the saloon its on the left in the panel. Basically you need the mounting bracket and a changer (the standard E39/E38/Mini/E46 version should be fine. Its a simple case of plug and go.....