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Are you sure it was dealer installed? A dealer retrofit of speedo to navigation is extremely rare because of the very high cost (I'd guess at least $4K). Upgrading the system would also be fairly expensive (although you may be able to find used components) and requires programming by the dealer.

As for Bluetooth, your 2008 system doesn't support Bluetooth media audio through A2DP. MINI was very slow adopting technology and it wasn't available until newer models. In the meantime, you'd have to use an aftermarket Bluetooth model for this feature.

Sorry that I didn't have anything encouraging to tell you. Welcome anyway (I see it's your first post).

 

I've got one of these I'll let you have cheap. I don't need it since I traded my R56.

Belkin Hands-Free Bluetooth Car Kit

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004CLYJ2I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

 

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MINI upgraded the navigation system in 2011 with new electronics and higher resolution screen. I thought that's what you meant when you asked about how to "upgrade" your navigation.

If you only want to update the maps, you can purchase new DVD maps at the dealer or online for $200. You might also be able to find used and "copied" discs on eBay.

 

2012 BMW Mini Cooper s Dash Navigation Radio CIC CID Display Screen Speedometer | eBay

In the link above is a nav/speedo from the same year as my car. What more is needed besides taking out my speedo and installing this in it's place? I have the hk system

 

The Nav system is integrated with a different stereo unit in the center console, as pictured here. Your car would have to be reprogrammed for Nav, and there are generally issues with installing a used speedo or Nav because it includes electronics that stores the odometer and therefore tied to the VIN.

 

Well in that case..... I LOVE my huge speedo
Thanks!