Loving that it gets dark earlier

....,,,,..,,.. · 09-15-2015, 04:08 AM

Over the last week or so have had quite a few late evening drives, both work related and social.

These drives have been on different road types, M6 Toll, A5, M6, M40, A470 and a multitude of B roads.

I always have auto lights selected and as soon as dark ish, press the magic button on the left hand stalk, this starting the magic.

Even over a year in to owning the car and after loads of winter driving, I still find the Adaptive Lights Stunning.

The ease with which they react to other traffic, create those boxes around the car in front, lights on a mix of high beam and normal at the same time.

How people can fail to order these is crazy, probably one of the best options on the car and miles ahead of any other manufacturer.

creepy coupe · 09-15-2015, 04:11 AM

They are good, so much so i tend to watch them more than I should.

SkyJawa · 09-15-2015, 04:12 AM

I'd rather it stayed lighter longer

simon. · 09-15-2015, 04:19 AM

Agree. Flew back into Stansted around midnight on Sunday & the drive back home with the adaptives was cracking

ep22jg · 09-15-2015, 04:33 AM

Agreed!!

I was closing in on a car along a dark, unlit road at the weekend. After the lights moved to avoid the car, I eventually ended up about 10 yards behind it, with the near side light still on full beam, lighting up the verge. I think my lights were lighting more of the verge than the car in front!!

Magic!!

Watsey · 09-15-2015, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Brigand

Over the last week or so have had quite a few late evening drives, both work related and social.

These drives have been on different road types, M6 Toll, A5, M6, M40, A470 and a multitude of B roads.

I always have auto lights selected and as soon as dark ish, press the magic button on the right hand stalk, this starting the magic.

Even over a year in to owning the car and after loads of winter driving, I still find the Adaptive Lights Stunning.

The ease with which they react to other traffic, create those boxes around the car in front, lights on a mix of high beam and normal at the same time.

How people can fail to order these is crazy, probably one of the best options on the car and miles ahead of any other manufacturer.

If I press the magic button on the right hand stalk in my car the wipers start working. Not quite so cool

Nick the Greek · 09-15-2015, 04:49 AM

Who the fuck are you?

Santa?

simon the pieman · 09-15-2015, 04:55 AM

I have these but never used them. I forget to press the button. To be honest I just thought it switched between high and low beam for you. Didn't realise it done a bit more than that. I like the way the headlights follow the steering direction. That's pretty neat.

ep22jg · 09-15-2015, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by simon the pieman

I have these but never used them. I forget to press the button. To be honest I just thought it switched between high and low beam for you. Didn't realise it done a bit more than that. I like the way the headlights follow the steering direction. That's pretty neat.

rocketretro · 09-15-2015, 05:04 AM

A big fan too, should be in the top 3 options.

simon the pieman · 09-15-2015, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ep22jg

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Originally Posted by simon the pieman

I have these but never used them. I forget to press the button. To be honest I just thought it switched between high and low beam for you. Didn't realise it done a bit more than that. I like the way the headlights follow the steering direction. That's pretty neat.

Did you ??

xenon · 09-15-2015, 05:24 AM

Depends. You can just have HBA (High-Beam Assistant) which simply switches between high and low beam.

If you have adaptive lights then as well as HBA you get the full 'dancing' lights, car-in-a-box stuff.

But you can just have HBA on its own without the clever stuff.

simon the pieman · 09-15-2015, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by xenon

Depends. You can just have HBA (High-Beam Assistant) which simply switches between high and low beam.

If you have adaptive lights then as well as HBA you get the full 'dancing' lights, car-in-a-box stuff.

But you can just have HBA on its own without the clever stuff.

Got visibility pack so think that's included isn't it?

....,,,,..,,.. · 09-15-2015, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Watsey

If I press the magic button on the right hand stalk in my car the wipers start working. Not quite so cool

Lol fuck up edited lol.

Anyhow, everyone with the full magic light set up really needs to be getting out in the dark more and enjoying those dancing lights.

Watsey · 09-15-2015, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brigand

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watsey

If I press the magic button on the right hand stalk in my car the wipers start working. Not quite so cool

Lol fuck up edited lol.

Anyhow, everyone with the full magic light set up really needs to be getting out in the dark more and enjoying those dancing lights.

creepy coupe · 09-15-2015, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Brigand

Lol fuck up edited lol.

Anyhow, everyone with the full magic light set up really needs to be getting out in the dark more and enjoying those dancing lights.

Did this last week. driving up to Cumbria mostly in the dark. Even Mrs creepy commented on how good they were.Just before falling asleep.

Watsey · 09-15-2015, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by xenon

Depends. You can just have HBA (High-Beam Assistant) which simply switches between high and low beam.

If you have adaptive lights then as well as HBA you get the full 'dancing' lights, car-in-a-box stuff.

But you can just have HBA on its own without the clever stuff.

I've got adaptive xenons and they turn with the steering, irrespective of high/low beam. Outstanding for night driving. 'Magic button' is just HBA, or do I need to

??

xenon · 09-15-2015, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by simon the pieman

Got visibility pack so think that's included isn't it?

Yes.

Tengocity · 09-15-2015, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyJawa

I'd rather it stayed lighter longer

+1

Much as I love the adaptive lights, I'd still rather be able to play golf in the evening or go for a run round the woods.

simon the pieman · 09-15-2015, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watsey

Quote:

Originally Posted by xenon

Depends. You can just have HBA (High-Beam Assistant) which simply switches between high and low beam.

If you have adaptive lights then as well as HBA you get the full 'dancing' lights, car-in-a-box stuff.

But you can just have HBA on its own without the clever stuff.

I've got adaptive xenons and they turn with the steering, irrespective of high/low beam. Outstanding for night driving. 'Magic button' is just HBA, or do I need to

??

apparently !

Wills2 · 09-15-2015, 06:15 AM

They are fantastic aren't they, I drove down to Essex on Sunday night going cross country from Stevenage to Sawbridgeworth, it was great to have full beam on whilst the car managed the traffic in front and on coming.

Very clever.

DarrenL_007 · 09-15-2015, 06:49 AM

Yep, definitely one of my favourite options and I smile everytime I see the box appear around another vehicle.

Also noticed while the missus was driving the car that in reverse both spot lights switch themselves on, not sure it helps but it looks cool.

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....,,,,..,,.. General 6735 Rep 20,651 Posts Drives: xxxx Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: xxxx iTrader: (0)	Loving that it gets dark earlier - Adaptive Lights are the Dogs Danglies Over the last week or so have had quite a few late evening drives, both work related and social. These drives have been on different road types, M6 Toll, A5, M6, M40, A470 and a multitude of B roads. I always have auto lights selected and as soon as dark ish, press the magic button on the left hand stalk, this starting the magic. Even over a year in to owning the car and after loads of winter driving, I still find the Adaptive Lights Stunning. The ease with which they react to other traffic, create those boxes around the car in front, lights on a mix of high beam and normal at the same time. How people can fail to order these is crazy, probably one of the best options on the car and miles ahead of any other manufacturer. Last edited by ....,,,,..,,..; 09-15-2015 at 05:39 AM..
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simon the pieman Captain 239 Rep 833 Posts Drives: f44 M235i gran coupe Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: hertfordshire iTrader: (0)	I have these but never used them. I forget to press the button. To be honest I just thought it switched between high and low beam for you. Didn't realise it done a bit more than that. I like the way the headlights follow the steering direction. That's pretty neat.
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xenon Major General 1412 Rep 8,107 Posts Drives: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Coventry iTrader: (0)	Depends. You can just have HBA (High-Beam Assistant) which simply switches between high and low beam. If you have adaptive lights then as well as HBA you get the full 'dancing' lights, car-in-a-box stuff. But you can just have HBA on its own without the clever stuff. __________________ Ian Current: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Previous: 2018 A6 Avant S-Line MMI+, 2014 F31 320d M-Sport, 2013 F10 520d M-Sport, 2011 F10 530d M-Sport, 2008 320i M-Sport Coupe, 2002 325i, 2001 318i valvetronic, 1998 318i, 1996 525i, 1990 Porsche 944S2
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