Can't argue with tech's praise of satellite nav in general terms, but the
BMW interpretation of the concept employs some of the poorest ergonomics on
the planet. Their maps aren't much to get excited about either, at least
outside major cities where they seemed adequate.

The best nav implementation I've seen is on the Acura. Better maps/database
and a touchscreen system that's far easier to master (or at least quicker to
enter data) than the bimmer's twist and push. As to whether or not its
"worth it," that's a question best answered by yourself.

R / John

"tech27" > wrote in message
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>I have nav on both my cars and wouldn't consider a new car without it. Just
>brilliant. Never have to get directions from Mapquest any more. Even just
>going to a shop or any new place, I just punch in the address and I don't
>have to think about looking for exits, streets, etc. Just do what the lady
>says.
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> "Roger" > wrote in message
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>>I am thinking of buying a new E90 BMW 330i and was very impressed with the
>>front & back Park Control system with its graphics display! However to get
>>the graphics on this you need to buy the Sat Nav system as well (£1.5K in
>>the UK + PDC at £.5K)). This seems quite expensive for what I think is
>>probably a nice toy!
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>> Can anyone suggest reasons as to why the Sat Nav is worth it? I don't
>> travel much on business in my own car (use a pool car) and generally know
>> where I am going (to my mothers and so on). Are there any potential
>> advantages that I have overlooked?
>>
>> Roger, Aberystwyth
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