New head unit
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New head unit
I'm doing research on replacing the head unit. I believe the stock is a 1.5 Din. What are some that you would recommend? How much work would it be to install a double-din radio? Is it actually worth the trouble? I have a C5.
Last edited by TexasVette64; Dec 12, 2012 at 11:35 PM.
Burning Brakes
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But if you want GPS or want to be able to watch a movie in the car, then it's probably not a bad idea. I would just recommend you get a Kenwood. I have Pioneer's best non-GPS unit and it frustrates me a lot. The touchscreen and overall user interface can be frustrating, especially if you're use to using a capacitive touchscreen like on a smartphone, IPad, etc.
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13
I have all single din and double din options available for you
The new Pioneer 6500BT single din with harness dash kit and antenna adapter is 169.99
The new Pioneer 6500BT single din with harness dash kit and antenna adapter is 169.99
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I would spend my money on a quality single/1.5 DIN myself. FYI Alpine puts the same amps in all of their units so the high end only gets you extra buttons and features that won't enhance the sound quality. I don't know if other manufacturers do this or not.
My first choice is always eclipse but they're a tad bit pricier than an adequate Alpine. I used to be Pioneer exclusive but no longer. It seems their quality is less than what I would prefer. I just replaced my Pioneer unit in my PU that lasted 12 years with an identical twin Alpine I have in my vette. makes it easier to remember the buttons
I haven't listened to a Kenwood in years but from my experiences they used to be a great HU and I would buy one but I'm stuck on Alpine for now.
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single din is easiest on the wallet and time. Personally I love navigation so I'm going with a double din unit, which gives me an opportunity to refine my ABS molding skills when I install a set of custom gauges in the dash as well.
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Any pics of these head units installed in a C6 with a similar faceplate setup? I like the look of the touchscreen stuff because it looks more factory to me, but I don't need nav or dvd, and all the double din/touchscreen units are too expensive for what they are imho