02-23-2021, 06:41 PM | #1 |
Captain
568
Rep 839
Posts |
Harmon Kardon option discontinued for a while
Heard tonight that BMW issued a bulletin that the HK option will no longer be offered on the X5 or X6 due to parts issues. Must be the chip shortage that everyone is facing.
|
02-23-2021, 07:00 PM | #3 | |
Private First Class
38
Rep 156
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
1
Wild Blue3683.50 |
02-23-2021, 08:12 PM | #4 |
Second Lieutenant
108
Rep 242
Posts |
Well, that’s interesting. There was a post in this thread that someone called a Genius who said it was standard now (see the quote in post #3), but the original post that was quoted looks to be gone, so I’m wondering if that was true.
https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1801958 The mention of the HK system in the Premium and Executive packages has been gone from the build your own section of the BMW website for about a week, but when I checked the prices a day or two ago, they hadn’t changed. Hopefully BMW had a little heads up that this was coming and only took orders for HK audio packages that they thought they could fill and then dropped the option for any ordered after a certain date. That way, if you you got your order already confirmed and accepted with the HK system, hopefully you’ll get it. As far as being a downgrade, irrespective of the differences in audio quality between the HK system and the base audio, it’s a definite downgrade if you’re paying the same price for the package that no longer has the HK. |
Appreciate
0
|
02-23-2021, 08:24 PM | #6 |
Private First Class
33
Rep 105
Posts |
So B&W was removed for all of 2021, along with acoustic glass, alcantara headliner (on x40i), and rear seat entertainment, and now even HK is gone?!
I've been cross shopping a GLE and that car is still offering acoustic glass, upgraded sounded system, and upgraded headliner. I've really been wanting to order an X5 now but don't want to regret not having a couple of goodies that were on the 2020 and might be on a 2022. Geez....BMW get your act together! |
Appreciate
0
|
02-23-2021, 08:27 PM | #7 | |
First Lieutenant
311
Rep 332
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
SSMXV
|
|
Appreciate
2
Grumpy31137.50 puckybadger358.50 |
02-23-2021, 08:34 PM | #8 |
Private First Class
38
Rep 156
Posts |
In what universe is it OK to do this and keep the price the same? I ordered my car last week assuming the packages are what I always thought they were. WTF BMW. Audio quality is a big deal to me. 70 K plus for a car and no way to order a decent radio in it.
|
Appreciate
1
thereef5101169.00 |
02-23-2021, 09:33 PM | #9 |
Captain
568
Rep 839
Posts |
I started this thread with what I heard tonight from a bulletin a dealer had. No disagreement that this is a deal killer for many. Google chip shortages and you will see that many car companies are scrambling right now. Cutting production and all kinds of stuff.
No excuse for what BMW is doing, but everyone is paying the price for just in time manufacturing. This will most likely get worse before it gets better. |
Appreciate
0
|
02-23-2021, 09:44 PM | #10 | |
Enlisted Member
27
Rep 45
Posts |
Quote:
https://cardealermagazine.co.uk/publ...ght-now/214783 |
|
Appreciate
1
Cooltones241.00 |
02-23-2021, 10:36 PM | #11 | |
Second Lieutenant
108
Rep 242
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
1
volodp199.50 |
02-23-2021, 11:15 PM | #13 | |
Second Lieutenant
74
Rep 293
Posts |
Quote:
For reference, the temperature control cup holders + soft closing doors were part of the ZPX Executive package which cost $5600 for the 2020 model. The 2021 ZPX Executive package cost $5100 without it. Additional differences between the two (For easy reference for those who are interested): 2020 had Sirius Sat Radio 1 year subscription 2020 had driver recorder as a part of the ZPX package. This option was moved to the ZPK package for 2021. (2020 ZPK package is $700 and 2021 ZPK package is $800) 2020 had active parking distance control as a part of the ZPX package. This option was moved to the ZPK package for 2021 2020 had surround view as part of the ZPX package. This option was moved to the ZPK package for 2021. 2021 added glass controls to the ZPX package which was a $650 option for the 2020 2021 added Harman Kardon surround system to the ZPX which was a $875 option for the 2020 But in the end you're right. If they're going to remove HK surround sound from the ZPX package then it should reflect in price. The current ZPX package valued at $5100 should be reduced to $4225. Me personally.... I wouldn't buy one without HK or better. I'd wait or move on. I noticed on my original 40i purchase order that HK was not included. It was one of the reasons I cancelled and put in an order for a M50i with B&W. For those of you who are worried that you won't get HK. I wouldn't worry if its in your product build list. It would suck but you could always refuse the vehicle after inspecting it. With that being said, probably not a bad idea to contact your dealer to confirm in advance. |
|
Appreciate
0
|
02-23-2021, 11:28 PM | #15 |
Banned
38
Rep 114
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
02-24-2021, 12:28 AM | #16 |
Private First Class
72
Rep 101
Posts |
Yet the Executive package costs the same...Funny thing is if you select the package, the interior picture shows the HK on the speakers. But, if you click on the picture, it gets stuck trying to load the 360 view.
Last edited by sebseb; 02-24-2021 at 12:40 AM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
02-24-2021, 01:13 AM | #17 |
Second Lieutenant
188
Rep 236
Posts |
I just contact my dealer (Belgium) as my car is about to go into production.
He was not aware of any cancellation of the option (but ok, that can still come). He checked the status of my car and is is 112 (to production). It's planned for March 10th 2021. The option is still on the list and in the cars planning.. Will keep you posted when I would get some news of a cancellation. I already gave a heads-up that I would not accept this cancellation from BMW's side without some options being discussed (later production date of 'free upgrade' to B&O) |
Appreciate
1
volodp199.50 |
02-24-2021, 10:25 AM | #18 | |
First Lieutenant
311
Rep 332
Posts |
Quote:
I'm just a bit miffed about the soft close doors. I had them on my F10 and I still haven't gotten used to just letting the door go and the soft close pulling it in. That said, I'm really happy mine came in 2 weeks before these deeper cuts
__________________
SSMXV
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
02-24-2021, 11:12 AM | #21 |
Registered
2
Rep 1
Posts |
new Order
Last week thursday i put in an order for an x5 fully loaded... Got a text today saying that they wanted to downgrade to the base system leaving everything as it is. Doesn't sound like they will honor what I ordered.
|
Appreciate
1
1230vani660.00 |
02-24-2021, 11:16 AM | #22 |
Private First Class
38
Rep 156
Posts |
Please let us know what they offer in compensation. I'm looking for ideas.
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|