This Interior Mod Changes Everything!

Just because you own an old car doesn't mean you have to live in the past when it comes to technology. In today's video I'll show you the easiest way to modernize the outdated look of your car's interior into something that challenges the equipment newer cars come with. It's a very simple mod to install yourself and will completely change the driving experience.
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[@klopez202]

Very responsive & the fact you can multitask is a huge plus. Keep up the progress, loving the content!!

[@marcusphillips7911]

Not to bash the company it looks nice and all but I just got an Eonon unit and it came with back up camera, the apple car play, the adapter for the code reader/gauges/fault codes for free. The packaging was a lot nicer from eonon the installation guide that came with was very detailed and labelled everything.. like I said not trying to bash the company you got just letting people know other options.. great video awesome details

[@farhanohe1252]

Could you send the link? And would it fit a e39 530

[@ismaeladame9031]

I’ll check that out for my E46 04

[@dawhitecastle]

I got the same for my e46. It’s great

[@MotivateSnaps]

I get you but some don’t look OEM. Looks weird inside such outdated interior. Just because you add big screen is not going to make the interior look better imo.

[@mareksinister]

This is so much better than any infontainment system in any new car. Great vid!

[@tinoctino]

Definitely considering this for my E46! Thank you

[@billymania11]

Pretty slick. The new head-unit makes the car contemporary and up to date. Nice move!

[@konkon6851]

I swear every video you make I hear you say” More than a enough” at-least twice a video. Anyways keep it up man love the channel 👍

[@eduki]

Thanks a lot for sharing ;) I was searching for sommething like this for my E46 M3

[@dylanellis6264]

That Mulan soundtrack though. Strictly bangers in the ///M3. A man of culture! 👏

[@Skyking6976]

Bought mine a month or so ago with this head. VERY modern. I use the Torque app with the OBDII connector, TPMS (more tire info than high end OEM) and will install backup camera. BTW…CarPlay runs wireless. I can skip between iTunes, XM and KZbin Music right on the screen thru the phone. You’re right…makes the car look 2021 OEM as ever without all the safety stuff these days.

[@PacsunGuy15]

finally someone that has an e46 and now i can’t watch new ideas for mods ! 👏🏼🔥🔥🔥

[@VehicleVirals]

👊🏼

[@jlongshort4045]

Great find! Maybe in the future ill do this but for now im still happy

[@wilsonlanza1]

Please make a quick update video on the unit! And tell us how you like it so far. I’m thinking on getting one for my m3. Thanks for the videos.

[@marcwoodward8056]

Hi Joni, I bought my XTRONS unit back in May 2017. It runs on Android 6 Marshmallow. I use AGAMA Car Launcher available in the Play Store as my launcher & it is highly customizable. Since installing this unit in my 2004 325ci I have not had a single issue....nothing! It's run flawlessly from day one. I use my phone as a WiFi hotspot to run all my apps.. Spotify, Pandora, iHeart Radio, Google Maps, Waze, KZbin & other apps. The unit boots up super fast & is ready to go within a few seconds of starting my car. I live in the Chicago area & my 3 is always parked outside in my driveway. Over the last 3 years the unit has been exposed to extreme temperatures from days where the temp was below zero to days where it was well over 100 & the thing always worked perfectly. I have other cars I drive so my 3 may sit for a couple weeks without being started & there is absolutely no parasitic battery drain from the XTRONS. It has been very reliable & really gives the car an updated look & feel. The one & only complaint I have is that if the sun is shining thru the rear window directly on the screen you cannot see it due to the glare. I imagine if you have tinted windows this won't be an issue. The newer version is currently on Amazon for $289. This is an unbelievable value for what you get! Get one...you won't regret it 👍

[@antonandrei8515]

Thank you for the review! That's awesome !!! I'mma get one, great video!

[@VehicleVirals]

Awesome man!

[@somedudeinatunnel3102]

Been watching your videos for a couple hours now and I'm in the market to buy a used car. I was looking for something newer for once but decided I want to go with either a cheap E46 M3 or a low mileage pristine E46 manual coupe. Thanks for all the info!

[@VehicleVirals]

Welcome to the channel 👊🏼

[@KappnSkips]

Thought I wanted a 7” eonon headunit but after watching this I’ve been converted lol

[@jakegreen8074]

I got a similar "flagship" xtrons for my 01 allroad, works alright sometimes needs a hard reset because it's China stuff but overall it's pretty good

[@aviatorman78]

Wow, I saw this just in time I was going to get another brand head unit. My E46 needs some modernization my daughter is always hinting at the age of my car.

[@VehicleVirals]

🙌🏼

[@diljoe9678]

this head unit is garbage. the only one worth getting for an e46 is the avin. If you can afford it do not waste your time with eonon.

[@VehicleVirals]

This isn't Eon, in fact Eon doesn't even offer this style. Don't knock it until you try it bud.

[@diljoe9678]

Vehicle Virals oops haha I commented that before ifinished video! Eonon is confirmed garbage tho- I have yet to try dynavin

[@xKingzenity]

I hope your daughter enjoys it 😏

[@fredesteves6618]

The code to access the factory settings for Xtrons PQ8046BL is 126. You’ll need this to change the radio region which appears to be set to Europe. You’ll know when you realize your AM radio jumps in intervals of 9 instead of 10.

[@stevenbarton5179]

looks just great.really cool.

[@Aznag1980]

For the ones that have cassete and cd radio theres a Trim that can be bought on Bmw to acomodate the climate control that goes down .

[@deaconstevej1]

That's a very nice unit. Not bulky. Fits in there really nice.

[@kingfreeze723]

Thanks bro for the information I need to let my bro and sister to see this I appreciate it 🙏

[@VehicleVirals]

👊🏼

[@brook5406]

so good bro nice

[@user-qb4ke6gm5b]

love your videos:)

[@Dim4ik2012]

looks nice. I don't even have an e46 yet but I would love to buy one. And this mode.

[@pakiki]

Nice Vid! Couple of questions: Have you noticed any lag while navigating using apple maps or google maps on carplay? And do you have any lag issues when making phone calls using Carplay? I have a similar unit (not xtrons) and its laggy on those points. Cheers!

[@JesusRodriguez-xx8lu]

Looks great

[@clintonkisting1594]

Dope content

[@terrybk1404]

great VIDEO

[@ninjastriker0137]

nice vid bro

[@mateiionita4017]

Hello, great video man, just one question - i see you have the button to amplify the sound, how did you the connections? Does it still work?

[@darkoz1692]

Thanks for the great review Can you tell us if there's a setting to make the icons and homescreen icons more transparent?

[@frankschmidt9451]

Cool head unit. Multi function switches from the steering wheel are still working? Bord computer?

[@rikhilrosenpershad7735]

11:17 Aly playing part of Star Wars there🤣🤣

[@shaheer.m2661]

Even better one is the eonon 10 inch screen with CarPlay and all. Best thing I’ve ever bought for my e46 M3

[@shaheer.m2661]

Screen is super responsive just like my iPhone. Make sure you buy the wireless car play dongle so you don’t even need to hook ur phone up. I’ve tried every other head unit and by far the Eonon is the best.

[@SydeshowMO]

This would be cool in my drift car!

[@jaya6454]

I am definitely getting me one cool video👍🏿

[@itzzhunter.._]

You could use your MHD wireless obd with the MHD app to view your diagnostic info

[@gasolara2002]

Dasaita has the best audio from what I have tested.

[@DomiY]

Looks great and very OEM 👍🏼

[@mohiz5629]

Enjoyed the video as always ! Keep it up! I wish I had kept my e46 325i and do these mods.... anyways will you do a tech-update on your 335i?! I have one and would like to instal one that you recommend

[@VehicleVirals]

Not sure if I'm doing it on the 335i. Would hate to cut into my dash.

[@newyear8134]

Do the buttons on the steering wheel work with the head unit or are the buttons useless now?

[@nuwaus]

I have the 9 inch head unit, and going to update to this, always wanted to see how it really look.

[@TAspeed1]

I'm currently debating on 9-in unit or 8.8. are you planning on going from 9-in unit to 8.8 any specific reason why you want to change to little smaller screen unit ?

[@nuwaus]

@@TAspeed1 because it more factory looking and not that extremely small screen too. that was my concern, however, I sold my e46 and I no longer have the opportunity to change it :)

[@domenicmichaeli7028]

Great review. You convinced me to get one for 03 E46 M3. One question thought, do the radio control and sound level on your steering wheel still work? thanks.

[@mioszmarkiewicz2]

The radio description says that it works with steering wheel control

[@TheRandomSand]

Xtrons Model PQ8046BL - the password to get to the factory settings is 126. You'll need it to change the Region code of your unit. Mine was programmed for Europe from the factory. You will want to change it to your appropriate Region code for the radio to work properly.

[@ScootieXP]

Most Xtron units look like Eunavi which are also cheaper so now im asking myself which one to buy cause at the same price you can buy a more powerfull Eunavi but Xtrons looks so much presentable.

[@theawardgoesto1]

Yes this is what I need, will this work with a 2002 e53 X5 sport?

[@sydneysikiazwe3879]

great music system

[@Guanakito503fcb]

How is the music quality with this headunit? And do you need a hot spot to run google maps or you can just use it with out it?

[@torchmmaempire]

Did you grind, cut the plastic frame of the reading glasses compartment section where you moved the climate control?

[@parislove616]

Awwwwww Ali loves youuuu!!!! You guys are soooo cute together 🥰😂🥰 💙

[@diegofernandorosero5484]

Great video dude! I just recently bought an E46 318i (2003). Do you mind send me the link to buy the trims you mentioned in the video: the one above the radio unit as well as the one on the right side (above the glove box). Thanks in advance!

[@kazern95]

I think the prices for most of the direct fit units are crazy beyond that other then gps what use is a double din radio

[@anonypersona3189]

Biggest benefit is if you want a rear-view camera upgrade - which is the biggest plus for getting one and is a must have these days.

[@masweet11]

Would you recommend this over the Dynavin n7 pro?

[@m3izzy779]

did this head unit ever sit flush with the trim up top?? ready to pull the trigger but that small gap would discourage me

[@ikarrusProductions]

Does your steering wheel buttons still work ?

[@MeatPopsycle]

Are those paddle shifters behind your steering wheel? If so, how does that work with a manual transmission?

[@tylerckapp]

Does the faceplate come with the head unit? or is it seperate? if so which one?

[@CR-zm1lv]

Can you do a push to start button mod in this car or no? I’ve been trying to find a vid on it and how to do it and can’t.

[@tshepopaulsenmoto7930]

Very nice unit! But why do you have paddle shifters behind the wheel?

[@hakukuze7947]

Thanks for this but I have a question. Can u do Apple car play or use the phone as you indicate something about enabling the hot spot to play music!? I like it but don’t want to use wires to plug in the phone

[@MrJeffTan]

Love the channel and been following since you got the M2 but how did it SOUND?!!? Big difference from the older unit without DSP?? Probably a make or break for alot of people since most of us are not gonna be going through those tablet features when cruising but appreciate the walk through!

[@rileycopeland96]

@VehicleVirals Just got my e90 b52 (06 325xi) a couple months ago, when I found your channel. What do you know of the MOST system??? And what are my options here? I'm looking to replace my stock head unit(it's the "Professional" model). Ive never even heard of fiber optic lines in a car, until I pulled my oem HU out 😂 Digging the quality of content so far, but can we get some diagnostics centered videos?

[@VehicleVirals]

Head over to their website, they have tons of options for our cars.

[@joshualazaras6924]

How does it work with the Harmon Kardon speaker System? Do I need to get a specific amp?

[@belledetector]

Your device supports split screen, so you can fi have audio player and maps up simultaneous.. You should do a video on that...

[@HackMassacre]

Can you show how you set up wireless WiFi on here without hotspoting with your phone. I have the exact same unit in the exact same car.

[@thbigshot101]

How did you get that one to work because I got the 9 inch version for my 330ci and both of the units when I plugged them in it didnt work so I just ordered the eonon one which is probably just as good. The xtrons one that i got were both octacore which lead me to get it over the quadcore eonon one but having trouble plugging it in and starting it I was tired of it. Also the rep that I emailed told me to connect the red aac line and the yellow B+ line which I did and in the first unit it turned on and then died on me and the second unit didnt even turn on.

[@xbantrax7757]

at the end was that TheSupercarSuspects 😅 vid the honda s2k and roni 😂

[@alexgrove387]

I had to shave the tab on the top of the radio off to fit the trim correctly

[@ulvidasdamir]

Hi, where can i buy these paddle shifts on this steering wheel?

[@96Caleb96]

Not to be weird but... where did you get the lightbar..!

[@arkadijskulackovskis839]

Why do you have manual transmision and you have shifters on steering wheel?

[@Davestreak]

First Double Din i like. It needs switches :D

[@jimmyrodriguez8311]

I’m tryna put this in my 2000 328CI

[@fitzyBarnett]

What about the lowest model e46 like the 316i what's mods can be done?

[@591585]

I like the vid before I watch it.

[@samysamy566]

Simp

[@blastautovlog5801]

Will this work on bmw e34?

[@dylanreevesx6073]

would this work on a 2208 335 base coupe???

[@drewbronkznewyork3958]

Do they sale the same android radio in the UK ?

Is there any multimedia for E36? I could not find a proper one. If I buy Sony Xav-ax1000, will it fit or not?

[@3cbarksdale]

? Is there a US distributor for this head unit?

[@juantwo322]

No front nor rear camera or bumper sensor options?

[@survivingdatrapptv]

will all these fit a 2006 x5

[@hernanandres9052]

csl or recaro baquets I think they would look great

[@wgreen340]

What was used for integrating the volume on the wheel? Was there a I-BUS dongle used?

[@VehicleVirals]

I-BUS is integrated with the main harness.

[@3cbarksdale]

How did you go about getting xtron as and sponsor?

[@Sprinklefuckalicious]

I still haven't figured out the wiring on my 328i and I have replaced the head units on every car I've owned by myself 🥴

[@LIONKING1103]

Did you figure it out yet. Having issues with wiring also. Mid speakers not getting sound and haven't figured out where to connect remote wire from after market amp to head unit

[@cameronfairbairn5189]

There's a 2002 e46 what I can buy cheap it's kinda beat up but used for drifting it's got the roll cage and bucket seats and stuff but not sure what it's like engine wise and how it runs if it does but it's like £500 and has had some stuff done to is from what I can see should I buy it il obviously check it out first but it would be a first car

[@yusufsesay6648]

Nope I prefer the old and basic that’s what makes the car perfect and feel good no digital just analog and buttons simple and easy to use 😁

[@periklee4830]

Hey mate,can you please send me a link for the trims.Cause i cant find them anywhere :/

[@dRew-something]

Great video. I've got a bmw e46 couple with business cd player..really tempted to get this head unit. Does the GPS sensor work in the glove box or did you place it somewhere else? Also,how's your Android USB dongle? Alot of negative reviews on Amazon. Thanks.

[@VehicleVirals]

GPS sensor works fine in the glove box, never had to move it. I haven't used the USB dongle for Android auto much. But when i use it, it seems to work fine.

[@dRew-something]

Thanks for your reply..glad to read that the GPS sensor works in glove box. I've installed a few aftermarket head units from reputable companies/brands in cars in the past and at some point they've always had issues or malfunctioned..I'm hoping that if I buy this it won't malfunction.

[@dannyd4102]

I have the previous xtrons unit with the HK package in my e46. The sound quality is obviously a bit worse. With “loudness” turned on, the sub is stuck on. With it off, it sounds pretty flat overall(cannot be fixed with eq adjustments). Is this the same case with this unit??

[@VehicleVirals]

The DPS add-on makes the audio top notch on this unit.

[@peak-alpha]

does it work with right hand drive e46 m3?

[@Skyberry007]

is it compatible with BMW E46 form 2004?

[@Potzpower]

Try to go with Ibus app Did this with my e39 and its a dream of technologie

[@TheClassifiedMan]

Never heard of that app what’s it do Jannick? Thank you

[@wesleygreen6541]

What brand and model # was the old unit?

[@LIONKING1103]

Does this have steering wheel function

[@JB-bw1gn]

did you see the video?

[@Marvolous718]

How you get the vid to Work while you’re driving . And my unit came but there was no adapter for the cars antenna smh

[@albertogarcia5486]

Are you able to use your steering wheel controls ?

[@VehicleVirals]

Yes

[@gtcreels532]

I’m gonna do more research on this one. I’m really leaning avin avant 4 with the extras and backup camera with the app but man 730? I’m gonna have to sell off a pair of shoes for that

[@VehicleVirals]

This one comes prewired for 360 cameras, including the backup one. Just gotta buy the accesories.

[@gtcreels532]

@@VehicleVirals how is the head unit going so far I like to ask for follow ups in case there are any bugs you may have discovered Thanks