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The bootmod3 licence
A one-time licence purchase tied to your specific car (by VIN). This is the software itself, what unlocks flashing and the OTS maps. It is the core cost everyone pays, and it stays with the vehicle.
Bootmod3 pricing
How much is
bootmod3?
Bootmod3 is a one-time licence tied to your car, not a subscription. The total you pay comes down to three things: the licence, any hardware your engine needs, and whether you want custom tuning on top. Here is exactly how the cost breaks down, and how to get a live price for your car.
What makes up the cost
Three parts, one clear total
People searching for a single bootmod3 price are really asking about three separate things. Separate them and the cost makes sense. The licence is the constant; the rest depends on your car and what you want from it.
Not sure where your car sits? See the bm3 by engine and bm3 by model breakdowns.
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Hardware (where needed)
Most modern bm3-supported platforms flash over OBD with no extra hardware. Some require a small bench/unlock adapter to write the ECU. Whether you need one depends entirely on your engine and model year.
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Custom / dyno tuning (optional)
Off-the-shelf Stage 1 and Stage 2 maps are included with the licence. A custom remote calibration or in-house dyno session is a separate service, priced on the work involved, not a fixed shelf price.
We never publish a fabricated "from" figure. Licence pricing and exchange rates move, so we confirm the current cost for your exact car when you enquire. For the broader picture of how the licence works, read bootmod3 licence.
What you get with us
More than just a licence key
Buying a bare licence online leaves you to work out adapters, stages and flashing on your own. A SamuelTuned setup is the same software, set up properly, with a real tuner behind it.
Included with a SamuelTuned setup
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Guidance on the correct licence for your exact car (VIN-matched)
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Confirmation of whether you need an adapter, before you spend
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Clear Stage 1 vs Stage 2 advice for your fuel and supporting mods
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Flashing and first-map support so you are not left guessing
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A direct line to Samuel for log review and refinement
New to the software? Start with what is bootmod3, then see Stage 1 and Stage 2 to understand the maps you get.
Two ways to buy
Licence only, or licence plus install
Licence only
You handle the flash
Best if you are comfortable flashing yourself. We confirm the right VIN-matched licence, tell you whether you need an adapter, and point you to the correct stage. You install the included OTS maps and reach out if you want refinement later.
Licence + install bundle
We set the whole thing up
The licence, any required hardware and the calibration handled together, remotely or on the dyno. Often the better-value route once you factor in getting it right first time. We price the bundle on your car and goals, and confirm it on enquiry.
On a different platform? The same framework applies to MHD, see MHD licence and MHD Stage 1 and Stage 2. Licences are also available in the shop.
Why buy through us
Pricing you can trust
The cheapest licence key online is rarely the cheapest outcome. What protects your money is buying the right thing for your car and setting it up properly the first time.
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Real development on a BA Pro 4WD dyno, not extrapolated desktop maps
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Maps proven on real cars before they ever reach a customer
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Genuine platform expertise across N20, N55, S55, B48, B58 and S58
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Honest, indicative pricing, no inflated "from" figures or pressure
Bootmod3 cost FAQs
Common pricing questions
How much is bootmod3?
Bootmod3 is sold as a one-time licence tied to your car by VIN, so the licence cost is consistent for a given platform. The total you pay depends on whether your engine needs a flashing adapter and whether you want off-the-shelf maps (included with the licence) or a custom remote or dyno calibration (a separate service). Because licence pricing and exchange rates move, we route you to a live quote rather than quote a fixed figure here, message us and we will confirm the current price for your exact car.
What is included in the price?
The licence includes the bootmod3 software and the off-the-shelf Stage 1 and Stage 2 maps for your platform. With a SamuelTuned setup you also get VIN-matched licence guidance, confirmation of any adapter requirement before you buy, clear stage advice, flashing support and a direct line to Samuel for log review. Custom calibration and in-house dyno time are optional extras priced on the work.
Do I need the adapter too?
Not always. Many modern bm3-supported BMWs flash directly over OBD with no additional hardware. Some engines and model years need a small bench or unlock adapter to write the ECU. We check your exact car first so you only buy an adapter if it is genuinely required, never as an upsell.
Is the bootmod3 licence a subscription or one-time?
It is a one-time purchase tied to the vehicle, not a recurring subscription. The licence stays with that car. If you change platforms you would licence the new car separately.
Are there discount codes or dealer pricing?
Promotions come and go and vary by platform, so rather than publish a code that may have expired, we will tell you the best current pricing for your car directly. As an authorised setup partner we can also bundle the licence with installation and tuning where that works out better for you.
Get your number
One car. One price.
No guesswork.
Tell us your car and what you want from it. We will confirm the current licence cost, whether you need an adapter, and the best route, licence only or a full install bundle.