12v plug locations

[shortseller]

Can someone tell me if there is a 12 v female plug near the front cup/sunglass holder just above the shifter on the f80? I know they have them in the back near the vents and below the glovebox but unsure where the best place is to plug in my radar detector. Hoping one is at the cup holder location. Looked at a bunch of online photos but nothing I saw was conclusive. Thanks

[trippparks]

There is a 12V connector behind the driver cupholder.

[Andrew115]

Originally Posted by trippparks

There is a 12V connector behind the driver cupholder.

Are you referring to the "ash tray" area?

[shortseller]

Originally Posted by trippparks

There is a 12V connector behind the driver cupholder.

Thank you.

[karussell]

if you got a V1 they have a handy OBD2 port power connector so you can discretely mount it.

[shortseller]

Originally Posted by karussell

if you got a V1 they have a handy OBD2 port power connector so you can discretely mount it.

I wish. Where I'm at we need to go stealth, so I use a Redline. But thanks for the tip, maybe Escort has something similar?

[karussell]

ah the great state of virginia. my advice is to move. V1 is worth it. also not dealing with VA's finest is a huge bonus.

[ZGM3]

Originally Posted by karussell

ah the great state of virginia. my advice is to move. V1 is worth it. also not dealing with VA's finest is a huge bonus.

I drove my previous brand new M3 across country and back (14k miles) one summer and was only pulled over 2 times (no license plate) and both times I was in the great state of Virginia!!
over 13,500 miles of driving in 31 other states without incident, except for Virginia, where they wanted to search the entire vehicle for guns and contraband...

What gives?

[trippparks]

Originally Posted by Andrew115

Are you referring to the "ash tray" area?

Yes, marked in red.

[bishop4142]

There is one under the glove box left hand side and one on the center console for the rear seat passengers (M4)

[/// M sa]

I live in effing va and I agree it's so ass backwards here but love where I live right outside of DC.

[shortseller]

Originally Posted by /// M sa

I live in effing va and I agree it's so ass backwards here but love where I live right outside of DC.

NOVA, Fairfax county is a great place to live, but to far outside the beltway things can get a bit weird, fast!

[Sir Loin]

There is also a power outlet under the glove box on the passenger side.

[/// M sa]

Originally Posted by shortseller

NOVA, Fairfax county is a great place to live, but to far outside the beltway things can get a bit weird, fast!

I live in the Brambleton Area a bit farther out of Fairfax but only 10 minute ride to Reston Town Center. Now lets not talk about warranton etc... heeehaaa lol but love driving on the country roads here

[JoeFromPA]

Originally Posted by ZGM3

over 13,500 miles of driving in 31 other states without incident, except for Virginia, where they wanted to search the entire vehicle for guns and contraband...

What gives?

You are guilty of undiscovered crimes until proven not guilty?

[Powaup]

I hooked up my V1 to the one under the glove box. basically followed this guy's instructions but went to the right instead of the left. install is super clean no need for Savvy http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1027061

[16M3]

Originally Posted by shortseller

I wish. Where I'm at we need to go stealth, so I use a Redline. But thanks for the tip, maybe Escort has something similar?

Beltronics STiR Plus is the way to go. Redline is awesome but dash/windshield mounted.

[shortseller]

Originally Posted by 16M3

Beltronics STiR Plus is the way to go. Redline is awesome but dash/windshield mounted.

Agreed. But I like the portability and cost point on the RL. I just need to figure out the best way to hide it inside the cabin so that it becomes as stealth as possible.

Anyone with tips, will be appreciated though I have been searching online for best placement and have found some pretty inventive solutions.