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Every job we do, the cars it suits and where the price starts. We confirm your final price on WhatsApp after checking your car.

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CarPlay and iDrive

Wireless CarPlay, fullscreen conversions, iDrive upgrades and fixes.

4 services

Apple CarPlay activation (EVO iDrive 5/6)

EVO iDrive 5/6, MGU iDrive 7 and EntryEvo Business Nav with WiFi port

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Details: Apple CarPlay activation (EVO iDrive 5/6)

Apple CarPlay lets you use your iPhone's apps while driving. Control them with the iDrive controller, or by voice: say "Hey Siri" or press the voice button on the steering wheel.

  • Wireless connection over Bluetooth and WiFi, no cables
  • Your favourite apps on the iDrive screen
  • Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze
  • Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud and other audio apps

Not sure which unit you have? Message us and we'll help you identify it.

CarPlay fullscreen conversion (small display to fullscreen)

Turns existing split-screen CarPlay into fullscreen

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Details: CarPlay fullscreen conversion (small display to fullscreen)

For cars that already have small-display CarPlay activated. Most factory CarPlay on F-series cars fills only a third of the screen. Our fullscreen solution makes it fill the whole display.

Your iDrive needs software version NBTevo_N or above. Versions NBTevo_H to NBTevo_M need a software update first.

iDrive reboot loop fix

Units that keep restarting or stick on the start-up logo. BMW and MINI

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Details: iDrive reboot loop fix

The most common issue on F3x cars with Business Navigation. The iDrive keeps rebooting and restarting, which makes it hard to use. We apply a software update that cures the system crash, so the unit works as normal again.

If the unit itself has failed, we can order a replacement, ready to be coded to your car.

M software

CS, CSL and GTS behaviour for F8x, G8x and F9x M cars.

4 services

F8x GTS/CS software upgrades (F80, F82, F83, F87)

F80, F82, F83, F87 with the S55 engine

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Details: F8x GTS/CS software upgrades (F80, F82, F83, F87)

S55 F8x models can have their gearbox, traction control, steering and differential software matched to the F8x GTS/CS. It completely changes how the car drives and handles. The biggest upgrade is the gearbox: the "kangaroo" jerk at low creeping speeds becomes barely noticeable.

GTS/CS gearbox transmission

  • Improved, smoother gear changes
  • No more jockeying feel from the gearbox
  • Better performance on tuned F8x
  • Improved rev matching
  • Deeper, sportier exhaust tone

GTS/CS traction control

  • Better grip when cornering
  • More slip in MDM
  • More drifting character

GTS power steering

  • Tighter response through the steering
  • Dead zone removed in Comfort, with a heavier overall feel
  • No over-assisted feel in Sport

GTS differential (GHAS)

  • Improved launch from a standstill
  • Improved delivery to the rear wheels and through corners

G8x CS/CSL software upgrade

M3 and M4: G80, G81, G82, G83

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Details: G8x CS/CSL software upgrade

Brings the gearbox, steering, traction control and suspension software on your G8x M3 or M4 up to M4 CSL level. It changes how the car drives every day, not just on track, and the jerky "kangaroo" feel at low speed goes.

Most of our CSL upgrades are done via remote coding, and customers often add Sports+ braking and steering to the M set-up screen at the same time. If you also want the CS engine software flash, ask us when you book.

CSL transmission

  • Faster, smoother shifts
  • Stops the jerking, kangaroo feeling at low speed
  • Higher clutch clamping and better rev matching on downshifts
  • More aggressive than the CS

CSL power steering

  • Sharper, loads up faster
  • Enhanced feedback for better control and handling

CSL traction control

  • Improved handling
  • More slip in MDM before power is cut or reduced

CSL suspension

  • Better turn-in
  • More planted when exiting corners
  • Stiffer in Sport+

F9x CS software upgrades

F90, F97 and F98

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Details: F9x CS software upgrades

CS software for the F90 M5, F97 X3 M and F98 X4 M. We match the gearbox, traction control, steering, differential and suspension software to the CS models, at our workshop or via remote coding (we've done these for customers as far away as France).

On the X3 M and X4 M, the CS transmission is the perfect blend between the older DCT's very aggressive nature and the too-soft original ZF software.

CS gearbox

  • Faster, smoother shifts with a more aggressive shifting logic
  • Higher clutch clamping and better rev matching on downshifts
  • Raised gear torque limiters

CS steering and differential

  • Sharper, more communicative turn-in
  • Loads up faster with improved feedback
  • No steering pull under heavy acceleration
  • Better power delivery out of corners (Active M Differential)

CS traction control

  • Improved traction control calibration

CS suspension (M5)

  • Dynamic Damper Control refined to match the CS damper and spring rates

F9x rear-wheel-drive mode activation

For F9x M cars

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Details: F9x rear-wheel-drive mode activation

Adds a selectable rear-wheel-drive (2WD) mode to the F97 X3 M and F98 X4 M, using the F90 M5 settings. Choose 2WD from the M xDrive screen in iDrive, or put it on your M1 or M2 button.

It's very responsive, and there's no need to reflash every time you want to switch back and forth. We've coded it remotely for customers in the USA and Hungary, or do it at the workshop.

Tuning

Flash tuning and custom maps. Priced by engine.

5 services

MHD tuning and engine remap

N13, N54, N55, B58, S55, S58, S63

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Details: MHD tuning and engine remap

MHD Flasher is ECU tuning and monitoring for multiple BMW platforms. It releases the power BMW left on the table with these engines, while keeping the smoothness and safety of the original engine management. It also makes it easy to keep an eye on the tune and your engine.

Prices vary by engine module. Tell us which engine your car has and we'll price it for you.

bootmod3 and xHP tuning

Engine and gearbox flash tuning

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Details: bootmod3 and xHP tuning

Engine tuning with bootmod3 and gearbox tuning with xHP. Many newer BMW ECUs are locked from the factory, so if yours is, we unlock it on the bench first and then flash it the same day.

  • bootmod3 Stage 1 and Stage 2 engine maps
  • xHP gearbox flash: torque limiters removed and much quicker shift times
  • Revised shift logic for each Drivelogic mode, sharper in Launch Control
  • Gear display active in all modes
  • Options: exhaust flaps open in Sport and Sport+, sports display calibration, speed limiter removed, start-up roar

We can also supply your xHP map and licence so you can tweak it yourself down the line.

Custom engine mapping

Built around your car and its modifications

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Details: Custom engine mapping

A map built around your car and its modifications, in house, rather than an off-the-shelf file. Our mapping packages include full health checks.

If your ECU is locked, we unlock it on the bench first. Prefer your own tuner? Once unlocked, the car is OBD-ready for MHD, bootmod3, MGFlasher or a custom tune from the tuner of your choice.

Custom gearbox mapping

Shift behaviour tailored to your car

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Details: Custom gearbox mapping

Gearbox software tailored to how you drive and to your engine tune: xHP flash maps, CS transmission flashes, ALPINA gearbox software and gearbox ISN resets.

  • xHP Stage 3: torque limiters removed, much quicker shifts
  • Separate shift character for each Drivelogic mode, from always-smooth to maximum attack
  • CS transmission flash: faster, smoother shifts and better rev matching on downshifts
  • ALPINA gearbox software for 30d, 35d and 40d models
  • Gearbox ISN reset

ECU unlocking

Needed before some tunes can be flashed

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Details: ECU unlocking

Many 2020-on BMWs have a locked ECU that has to be unlocked before any tune can be flashed, with MHD, bootmod3 or a custom map. We unlock it on the bench, in house, the same day. No shipping it abroad and no days off the road.

  • Same-day service, drive in and drive out
  • No opening up the ECU and no pinning: proper adapter plugs
  • Ready for MHD, bootmod3, MGFlasher or a custom ROM
  • Postal service with same-day dispatch
  • In person or by post only: an ECU unlock can't be done remotely

Can't get to us? Post your ECU with next-day delivery. We unlock it and send it back the same day.

Coding and programming

Software updates, new parts, retrofits, records and deletes.

8 services

OEM software updates and programming

Vehicle software version and iStep level

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Details: OEM software updates and programming

Updates your car's software version and iStep level. BMW revises its software over time, and updates can fix bugs or issues and even improve overall performance and fuel consumption.

Most cars never get an update, because they never visit a dealer for repairs, warranty work or recalls, which is when BMW would normally do it. Like a phone that's never updated, the car won't perform at its full potential.

We generally update engine, gearbox, traction control, fuel pump, steering, chassis and suspension software, and more.

Replacement parts coding and programming

New modules and parts coded to your car

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Details: Replacement parts coding and programming

Replaced a module or part? It needs coding and programming to your car to work properly. We code replacement clusters, iDrive units, roof modules, headlights and more, at the workshop or via remote coding.

  • Instrument cluster virginising, coding and online validation certificates
  • Replacement iDrive programming, component protection and FSC certificates
  • Roof module, headlight and other module programming
  • Diagnostics afterwards to make sure everything is working

Used parts often need extra steps. A second-hand iDrive can be made to work with component protection disabled and FSC certificates installed. A used instrument cluster must be virginised first, or you risk taking the donor car's mileage and a tamper mark next to it.

Retrofits registered online

Retrofitted options added to the vehicle order

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Details: Retrofits registered online

When you retrofit a factory option, we code it in and update the car's vehicle order (FA), so it's registered like it came from the factory and a dealer software update won't wipe it off.

  • Lighting conversions, for example F80 GTS to LCI rear lights with OEM wiring
  • Gesture control (6U8) on G-series cars
  • 6WB digital cluster programming
  • EVO iDrive 6 retrofits from NBT, keeping your existing screen
  • Diagnostics and coding after every retrofit

Remote engine start (1CR)

Start the engine from the key

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Details: Remote engine start (1CR)

Start the engine from your BMW key. It's coded in, not added on, so there's no hardware to fit and it isn't removed by software updates. We activate it at the workshop or via remote coding.

  • No hardware needed
  • No need to leave a key in the car
  • Ghost immobiliser friendly
  • Genuine coding, any region
  • Petrol cars only: no diesel or hybrid

It also works on cars mapped with MHD or bootmod3, though some custom maps can reject it.

Service history updates

Service records added to the car

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Details: Service history updates

We add services to your car's digital service history and reset the service lights. Bring the paperwork for the work that's been done.

Fitting a replacement iDrive unit? We transfer the service history across so it isn't lost. Buying or selling? A dealership background report gives you a full printout from the BMW database to cross-check against the iDrive service menu.

Diagnostics

Advanced technology, dealership-level results.

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Dealership-level diagnostics

Full fault memory read across the car's modules

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Details: Dealership-level diagnostics

Full fault reads across the car's modules with ISTA, BMW's own diagnostic software, explained in plain English. We find the cause, not just the code.

Recent examples: steering wheel buttons dead and wipers going crazy on an F36, traced to a failed clock spring. A media controller and steering wheel functions not working on an F40 M135i, traced to a fuse in the BDC module.

Prefer to pay up front for a fixed-price job? Our existing online shop still takes orders. If you're unsure your car is compatible, message us first.

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