[Anything_but_sideways]

Hey there!

Want to go for a remote start kit for my F30. I've found the Eurostart: https://www.eurostart.com/product-ta...mote-start-kit. I've heard one or two good opinions on it, but it's a little bit pricey.

Do you guys recommend other remote start kits?

[eff32fl]

If this is anything like the bimmer-tech.net version it requires sacrificing a working key fob which is always in your car inside the box the kit provides. They say there are security procedures to protect your car but consider the risk of keeping a working key fob (albeit with no battery and without the casing) in your car.

If you really want to go this route the version I mentioned is cheaper and is probably the same thing.

https://www.bimmer-tech.net/category...start-retrofit

[fe7565]

There is a DIY remote start here that also uses one of your FOB, but does it securely. You need a bit complex electronics and coding experience. Range limited to your OEM FOB range unless you "splice in" a commercial remote control pair.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1721727

[Anything_but_sideways]

Originally Posted by eff32fl

If this is anything like the bimmer-tech.net version it requires sacrificing a working key fob which is always in your car inside the box the kit provides. They say there are security procedures to protect your car but consider the risk of keeping a working key fob (albeit with no battery and without the casing) in your car.

If you really want to go this route the version I mentioned is cheaper and is probably the same thing.

https://www.bimmer-tech.net/category...start-retrofit

Thanks! Seems quite interesting and cheaper than Eurostart. Have you checked it yourself/do you know someone who bought it?

[Anything_but_sideways]

Originally Posted by fe7565

There is a DIY remote start here that also uses one of your FOB, but does it securely. You need a bit complex electronics and coding experience. Range limited to your OEM FOB range unless you "splice in" a commercial remote control pair.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1721727

Oh snap, quite complicated, but the price do the work Wondering if I can do it myself. Thanks for sending it though

[eff32fl]

Originally Posted by Anything_but_sideways

Thanks! Seems quite interesting and cheaper than Eurostart. Have you checked it yourself/do you know someone who bought it?

No prob. No sorry I haven't tried one myself and not aware of anyone that has. Try searching for "remote start" and you may find someone that has.