[AxiomF22N55]

Hello everyone,

I have a new-to-me M235i that I recently purchased and I've noticed that the iDrive display is delaminating. I am looking for a replacement screen. I've searched the internet thoroughly for an OEM screen, but the only acceptable replacement was $1000. I am looking at third party options and would like to know your experience with them or any recommendations. Specifically, I am looking at this one from "Koason Auto" on amazon. Does anyone have one of these? I don't care to use any of the android features and just want it to replace my delaminating screen. Does anyone know if there is a way to setup this screen to just boot straight to the car's stock iDrive system and basically never show the android screen? I want it to be as unobtrusive as possible, as I have no interest in using the android features. For some addition context, my vehicle is equipped with an 8.8" screen with the 'NBT' iDrive system. Below I will link the screen that I am looking at. I have also attached a photo of my screen, in case you're curious. Thank you in advanced for any advice!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ZTNNHM7Y&psc=1

Regards.

[USVIJIM]

I had the same issue in my 2016. Tried to buy direct from Koasan and they caused my credit card to get tagged for fraud.

I ended up getting the 10.25 from PEMP on Amazon. Delivered the next day. Install was straight forward, still tweaking settings but overall happy with it. Been installed a little over a week. Currently using with wireless Android Auto.

PEMP Android 11 10.25" Blue... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09L4TQ8G8...p_mob_ap_share

[leftoverture]

Like the op I have the delaminating screen and would like to replace it. I've tried finding one in a scrapyard, but they all have bubbles, too. I don't care one bit about Android auto or Carplay or any added technology, just want to have a screen without bubbles. So looking for the cheapest possible option. Would this one work?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VHVSHY1...are&th=1&psc=1

[RichardC300]

It's been happening to mine, and I'll most likely buy this one in the next few months.

https://avinusa.com/10-25-multimedia...2-f23-f87.html

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by RichardC300

It's been happening to mine, and I'll most likely buy this one in the next few months.

https://avinusa.com/10-25-multimedia...2-f23-f87.html

Thanks for the link. This one seems to get more expensive as you go down the order list, especially since the base versions seem to be out of stock. Did you take a look at the link I included?

[RichardC300]

Originally Posted by leftoverture

Thanks for the link. This one seems to get more expensive as you go down the order list, especially since the base versions seem to be out of stock. Did you take a look at the link I included?

I did, but I'm still leaning more towards the one I linked. You're able to get android 11 with 6 or 8 GB of RAM, and I didn't option mine out other than increased resolution and built-in apple carplay. Did you end up getting a headunit?

[RichardC300]

https://www.amazon.com/PEMP-Anti-gla.../dp/B09L4TQ8G8

I did a deeper look at the one you linked. I like the upgraded model. Anybody using this unit? Seems to be an updated design compared to what was available a year ago. Thinner bezels, touch screen, and easily accessible SIM and SD card slots. I'm currently leaning towards this model with Android 12 and 6GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage.

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by RichardC300

I did, but I'm still leaning more towards the one I linked. You're able to get android 11 with 6 or 8 GB of RAM, and I didn't option mine out other than increased resolution and built-in apple carplay. Did you end up getting a headunit?

I haven't done anything yet. I don't really care about Android Auto or Carplay or any of that stuff. I just want a screen without bubbles. I tried to find a used, original screen but they are expensive and I can't find one that hasn't already started bubbling.

[thelastjessica]

Originally Posted by RichardC300

It's been happening to mine, and I'll most likely buy this one in the next few months.

https://avinusa.com/10-25-multimedia...2-f23-f87.html

Just posted in another thread but replying directly to you here since you mention this one specifically.

I replaced the bubbled screen in my 2016 with the AVIN 10.25in screen so I could add cameras and CarPlay. The screen looks nice and was plug-and-play, but I have had myriad issues with the cameras, Android system, and CarPlay -- basically everything I paid extra for. AVIN's customer service is the absolute worst. I can only recommend it if you're not interested in adding any of the features and will just use the factory system.

[RichardC300]

Originally Posted by thelastjessica

Just posted in another thread but replying directly to you here since you mention this one specifically.

I replaced the bubbled screen in my 2016 with the AVIN 10.25in screen so I could add cameras and CarPlay. The screen looks nice and was plug-and-play, but I have had myriad issues with the cameras, Android system, and CarPlay -- basically everything I paid extra for. AVIN's customer service is the absolute worst. I can only recommend it if you're not interested in adding any of the features and will just use the factory system.

Good to know! Thanks. I'll avoid them. I wasn't interested in any additional functions other than wireless CarPlay, so I may just go with PEMP so that I'll have Amazon to fall back on.

[leftoverture]

Anyone try this unit?

Eurostyle Tuning

[Rowie01]

I haven’t but it looks pretty good. Not sure how hard the install would be. I’m interested too because my screen is also delaminated in the bottom right corner.

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by Rowie01

I haven’t but it looks pretty good. Not sure how hard the install would be. I’m interested too because my screen is also delaminated in the bottom right corner.

I think the install is pretty easy. I plan to do it as soon as my wife agrees to the expense.

[60_Driver]

That looks very cool. Wondering how easy the easy installation is. Wiring a junction box while installing a dishwasher last month was the peak of my diy ability.

[leftoverture]

I finally ordered my unit so I'll give you an install summary once I get it done. One reviewer said the install took him about 30 minutes. I don't expect it to go that easy, but I don't think it will be too bad. Will be glad to get rid of the bubbled screen and my wife is excited to have Carplay.

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by hildakeenum

I had the same issue last year and buy this 10.25" Black Screen Monitor 4+64G Android10. Well, it didn't last very long. After the first semi-warm day of the year the whole screen crapped out.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ZTNNHM7Y&psc=1 pizza tower

Your link doesn't work so none of us know which one you tried. Can you fix it please?

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by leftoverture

I finally ordered my unit so I'll give you an install summary once I get it done. One reviewer said the install took him about 30 minutes. I don't expect it to go that easy, but I don't think it will be too bad. Will be glad to get rid of the bubbled screen and my wife is excited to have Carplay.

I may have spoken too soon. Euro Style Tuning inexplicably canceled my order and I seem unable to reach them since. It's very weird because I choose them because of the excellent reviews and I even chatted with them to ask some questions and they were real good. Then I get an "order is canceled" email and now I can't seem to reach them again.

[leftoverture]

So, Euro Style Tuning finally responded to me. For some reason their system flagged my order as fraudulent and shut it down. I have now reordered using PayPal (their suggestion). Now we will see if this goes through this time. Unfortunately, I'll be out of town this weekend so installation will have to wait for the following weekend. Guess I've lived with the bubbles this long, what's another week?

[Tfmala]

Interested to see if this works. I’ve got the same issue.

[AxiomF22N55]

I didn’t end up buying one of these screens.. I found an OEM one from a seller in Lithuania on eBay. It was pulled out of a newer 1 series, fit perfect and works as expected.

[leftoverture]

Originally Posted by AxiomF22N55

I didn’t end up buying one of these screens.. I found an OEM one from a seller in Lithuania on eBay. It was pulled out of a newer 1 series, fit perfect and works as expected.

Looks great. That was my first choice but I couldn't find a screen that hadn't already started bubbling. May I ask how much you paid for that? BMW wants $3300 for a new screen.

[AxiomF22N55]

Originally Posted by leftoverture

Looks great. That was my first choice but I couldn't find a screen that hadn't already started bubbling. May I ask how much you paid for that? BMW wants $3300 for a new screen.

I paid $424.01 on ebay. Honestly, I think I just got extremely lucky.

I bought from this guy: https://www.ebay.com/str/prolazo

Might shoot him a message and ask if he can source one for you.