Hi there!
I have a 2005 R52 Cooper S (European model) and was planning on installing the Sony MEX-BT3100U stereo. Besides the fascia adaptor, I was wondering if it is compatible with my car and if any other parts were needed to install it.

Anyone can assist? Thank you very much in advance!

Best,
RodFR

 

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You may be lucky enough not to need the HK enabler.

 

So I should be good to go with just the head unit and the fascia adaptor, right? Standard radio, no HK system in..

 

you'll need the SOT-976 wiring adaptor and the FAKRA to DIN or ISO adaptor for the antenna.

You'll also need a BMW to Sony steering wheel remote adaptor. Often those can include the SOT-976.

 

I don't have steering wheel controls, so I assume the adapter won't be needed, right?
In regards to the sot-976, I've tried searching but couldn't clearly understand it's purpose, could you clarify, please? I'll also find out what the antenna adapter is (Din or ISO) and get the right one! Thanks a lot, joylove!!

 

The SOT-976 linked converts the BMW 40 pin TYCO Quadlok to two ISO connectors to suit the Sony.

 

Thanks a lot, joylove! I think I'll be getting the Fakra to din, as it looks like it's the correct one.. Searched but couldn't find the answer to which one sony has..

 

So I finally got the head unit into my R52 05 MCS, as soon as I have some pictures I'll put them up here!
However, I couldn't connect it to the ignition of my Mini.. Anyone could help with this? Here you have the installation manual and what I got is the Autoleads SOT-976, as kindly suggested by joylove! http://pdf.crse.com/manuals/4427434311.PDF

Thanks again, guys!!

 

Find the red and yellow wires on the Sony harness and swap the bullet connectors over.

 

In the meantime, I found out that the ignition cable was going to a different connector on the SOT-976, one that was not being used by the sony. I ended up using the red wire, stripping it and cutting the one where the ignition was connecting to (harness side, not on the car side), and got it working!