[jm490]

So I've done quite a bit of research on the available options for the F90 steering wheel. The problem I keep running into is the DAP package working on any aftermarket option. I dont really care about the heating so much but I would like to make sure I can retain my driver assistant pro functions if I do upgrade my steering wheel. Unfortunately the M-Performance option does NOT allow for the functions to work and therefore I cant use that even though I would prefer the look and style of the Mperf option so kind of bummed by that.

The only options I know of that work to retain Driver assist and heating are from Aza Auto Wheel.

Does anyone know of any other options besides using Aza??

Also if you have a wheel from Aza can you tell me your experience with them and if you would recommend their products?

[NoMods]

There is Carismo, they're in NY, and there's a decent review from What's your Forte on YouTube, but I have no personal experience with them.

https://www.instagram.com/carismo_design/?hl=en

[Mike780]

That’s mine but it doesn't have the heated steering wheel

[jm490]

Originally Posted by Mike780

That’s mine but it doesn't have the heated steering wheel

This doesn’t have the driver assist pro package lights and functions that’s what I’m trying to retain so this doesn’t work for me

[ResIpsaLoquitur]

Originally Posted by jm490

So I've done quite a bit of research on the available options for the F90 steering wheel. The problem I keep running into is the DAP package working on any aftermarket option. I dont really care about the heating so much but I would like to make sure I can retain my driver assistant pro functions if I do upgrade my steering wheel. Unfortunately the M-Performance option does NOT allow for the functions to work and therefore I cant use that even though I would prefer the look and style of the Mperf option so kind of bummed by that.

The only options I know of that work to retain Driver assist and heating are from Aza Auto Wheel.

Does anyone know of any other options besides using Aza??

Also if you have a wheel from Aza can you tell me your experience with them and if you would recommend their products?

As far as I know, AZA is the only one. Another forum member recommended their steering wheels to me after I saw his and asked him what he was using. I just wanted it entirely alcantara; the wheel itself and the trim, with no stripe. I reached out to them and they were kind, knowledgeable, and very punctual with their responses.

They’re not cheap, but quality seems to be fantastic. Changing out the steering wheel is my next project for the car.

Sorry this wasn’t particularly useful; I know you wanted to know if there were others.

[jm490]

Originally Posted by ResIpsaLoquitur

As far as I know, AZA is the only one. Another forum member recommended their steering wheels to me after I saw his and asked him what he was using. I just wanted it entirely alcantara; the wheel itself and the trim, with no stripe. I reached out to them and they were kind, knowledgeable, and very punctual with their responses.

They’re not cheap, but quality seems to be fantastic. Changing out the steering wheel is the next project for my car.

Awesome thanks for the insight on them. I know they're not cheap but the steering wheel is so important quality wise as its what you are touching 100% of the time in the car so to me it is most important. I do believe their quality is top notch from pictures and other reviews I have seen but so far this forum has not steered me wrong (pun intended) so If I can get someone here to vouch for them I will likely order one soon.

[ResIpsaLoquitur]

Originally Posted by jm490

Awesome thanks for the insight on them. I know they're not cheap but the steering wheel is so important quality wise as its what you are touching 100% of the time in the car so to me it is most important. I do believe their quality is top notch from pictures and other reviews I have seen but so far this forum has not steered me wrong (pun intended) so If I can get someone here to vouch for them I will likely order one soon.

You’re welcome!

Agree 100% about quality for such a high touch surface. Speaking of high touch, I asked him if the alcantara help up well on such a high touch surface. He stated that with a little maintenance, it was okay.

He was so helpful to me, I’m sure he wouldn’t mind if I tagged him here. The other user I mentioned is greentrbo95gst. It was seeing his that makes me want exactly what he had.

[ResIpsaLoquitur]

Here is how I saw his if you want to see what the full alcantara looks like installed.

[jm490]

Originally Posted by ResIpsaLoquitur

Here is how I saw his if you want to see what the full alcantara looks like installed.

Oh yes I remember this thread. Awesome that looks great

[dcohen13]

My friend owns Carbontastic. I have used his wheels on all my previous vehicles. He only uses OEM cores. Would you like me to ask him for a forum discount? The entire wheel is customizable, from leather, to suede, to carbon fiber, to full suede, to full carbon, shift lights, stitching color, everything.

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/

M5 Specific:

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/pro...paddle-shifted

Happy Friday!

[ResIpsaLoquitur]

Originally Posted by dcohen13

My friend owns Carbontastic. I have used his wheels on all my previous vehicles. He only uses OEM cores. Would you like me to ask him for a forum discount? The entire wheel is customizable, from leather, to suede, to carbon fiber, to full suede, to full carbon, shift lights, stitching color, everything.

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/

M5 Specific:

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/pro...paddle-shifted

Happy Friday!

I’m personally not a fan of CF steering wheels generally, but they have some stunning ones! I could see these perfectly at home in an M5.

[CrashCade]

Originally Posted by dcohen13

My friend owns Carbontastic. I have used his wheels on all my previous vehicles. He only uses OEM cores. Would you like me to ask him for a forum discount? The entire wheel is customizable, from leather, to suede, to carbon fiber, to full suede, to full carbon, shift lights, stitching color, everything.

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/

M5 Specific:

https://www.realcarbontastic.com/pro...paddle-shifted

Happy Friday!

Unfortunately these do not retain heat.

[micvite]

Originally Posted by jm490

So I've done quite a bit of research on the available options for the F90 steering wheel. The problem I keep running into is the DAP package working on any aftermarket option. I dont really care about the heating so much but I would like to make sure I can retain my driver assistant pro functions if I do upgrade my steering wheel. Unfortunately the M-Performance option does NOT allow for the functions to work and therefore I cant use that even though I would prefer the look and style of the Mperf option so kind of bummed by that.

The only options I know of that work to retain Driver assist and heating are from Aza Auto Wheel.

Does anyone know of any other options besides using Aza??

Also if you have a wheel from Aza can you tell me your experience with them and if you would recommend their products?

You can always just get the cover for it of you just want the alcantara/fiber look https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/1...BER-HIGH-GLOSS

[jm490]

Originally Posted by micvite

You can always just get the cover for it of you just want the alcantara/fiber look https://www.shopbmwusa.com/product/1...BER-HIGH-GLOSS

But this cover is just for the middle part of the steering wheel around the airbag right? It’s not for the actual wheel which is what I want to upgrade mainly?

[micvite]

Originally Posted by jm490

But this cover is just for the middle part of the steering wheel around the airbag right? It’s not for the actual wheel which is what I want to upgrade mainly?

Ah that mightve been my misunderstanding lol. Yeah it's just for the face of the wheel not the part you hold, I thought that was what you were looking to change lol.

[jm490]

Originally Posted by micvite

Ah that mightve been my misunderstanding lol. Yeah it's just for the face of the wheel not the part you hold, I thought that was what you were looking to change lol.

Lol yeah I want to change the whole wheel I want the Mperformance style like the link you posted but one that works with DAP compatibility