[ultragamma]

I always like the sky lounge but unfortunately was unavailable on my X5. I found a retrofit version and installed this afternoon.

I think for the price it looks and works great.

[Blue87]

I like that version of it. Is it a complete glass swap or something simpler?

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by Blue87

I like that version of it. Is it a complete glass swap or something simpler?

It is much simpler, it’s two led strips insert to the liner then plug into the footwell lighting. It’s less than $100.

You can change color in idrive

[mojoJJ]

Link ?

[bagd0003]

Originally Posted by ultragamma

I always like the sky lounge but unfortunately was unavailable on my X5. I found a retrofit version and installed this afternoon.

I think for the price it looks and works great.

Not quite the same effect as skylounge, but better than nothing

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by bagd0003

Not quite the same effect as skylounge, but better than nothing

Given the cost and time spend, I think it is suitable solution for those without the option.

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by mojoJJ

Link ?

I ordered through alibaba for $78 including shipping.
Takes 2-3 weeks for delivery but I got it in two weeks.


https://a.aliexpress.com/_mM0YBYe

[GX5Roamer]

Originally Posted by ultragamma

I always like the sky lounge but unfortunately was unavailable on my X5. I found a retrofit version and installed this afternoon.

I think for the price it looks and works great.

Looks really good. Did you document the install by chance?
Thx.

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by GX5Roamer

Looks really good. Did you document the install by chance?
Thx.

Unfortunately I didn’t. It’s a very simple install. The seller does have a video of the instruction, although they made it look much simpler than it is. I made a few adjustments on my install for my comfort level.

If you have issues during installation, I am happy to help.

[makeitbetter]

Do you have any photos of what the led strips look like during the day? Thanks for sharing.

[remix]

ultragamma this looks great. I just went ahead and ordered a set for my x6! Thanks for sharing.

[Keithwand]

Looks great.
Unfortunately in Florida the shade stays closed 99% of the time.

[evanseric21]

Originally Posted by Keithwand

Looks great.
Unfortunately in Florida the shade stays closed 99% of the time.

Looks like with this option you see the light when the shade is closed and also who uses this during the day lol. You'd only be able to see it clearly at night anyway.

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by makeitbetter

Do you have any photos of what the led strips look like during the day? Thanks for sharing.

Sorry, I just saw this. I don't have any morning photos but the color and brightness is exactly like the OEM ambience lights. So look at the dash ambience lights and you should have the same on these sky lights.

[ultragamma]

Originally Posted by evanseric21

Looks like with this option you see the light when the shade is closed and also who uses this during the day lol. You'd only be able to see it clearly at night anyway.

Yes, it is installed under the shade rail so you can see it with the shade closed even in day time. With my black roof, it is pretty clear during the day with shade closed.

[ultragamma]

Day time look with half opened shade. Ambience color is blue