Hey guys, y’all been a wealth of info for a new corvette guy. New question: Is there a way to change out the radio to a Bluetooth unit so I can use my iPhone for music and phone? If so what do you suggest as a good replacement unit? Thanks again.

Anniversary edition

 

Hi Mike. I spent the better part of 2-months looking into the option on adding blue tooth to my 99. I ended up buying this device:

https://www.discountcarstereo.com/a2diy-c5cd.html

I looked into adding an “aux” port to the radio myself, paying someone to do it, or buying a radio with either the aux port or Bluetooth installed by someone and elected to go with this instead for a few reasons. You can find instructions on how to add an aux port to your radio and do it yourself. I also found a guy who could add the aux input to your radio for you. And i found a few radios on eBay that had it or the Bluetooth added.

I ended up going with this product as it doesn’t involve opening up or modifying the radio in anyway, i’m not crazy of having an aux port in the radio and hanging cords or Bluetooth receivers off it. it simply plugs into the wiring harness, and i like the added USB charging port it includes. And i couldn’t beat the price versus buying a radio modified to include the aux or blue tooth.

From what i can tell, all of these methods simply interrupt the signal from the remote CD changer for the Bluetooth connected streaming service you use.

This company also offers another product that also includes hands free calling. It was a lot more expensive and i didn’t care for all of the add on type accessories

Good luck in your search and let me know what you decide.

 

Of course there is a way to do that. It just depends on how much money and effort you're wanting to throw down to get it done.

 

I went with the Metra double Din replacement bezel, https://www.crutchfield.com/p_120DP3...tte-Black.html and a Sony AX5500. Bluetooth, android auto, touchscreen. I like the Metra as it made the ash tray area more usable and got rid of the cup holder door (Not sure why that was ever a good idea). and the ash tray and door. The 12 volt outlet screws to the bezel and you get a handy storage shelf. One more option for you.

 

Turk, can’t see any of this dash setup as a good idea. Will look into your idea but I have the Anniversary Edition which is shale color inside. I may have to paint the part first but thanks for your suggestion.

 

You can get a shale colored bezel from this place no painting required. https://vettenuts.net/vettenuts-97-0...-free-shipping

 

I did see this one, and either would do the trick. I have an 04 Le Mans so I had to get a rattle can to finish up. Looks fine and again, I just prefer the Metra layout.

 

^^ That's a service worth paying for

 

when I went to this site they had a Pioneer setup as a kit for my car.

 

Hi. Nice looking car. My factory radio crapped out. I just went the el cheapo route. Used the PAC Roem Vet1 to interface with stock speakers. Works great. Bluetooth with iPhone … music, make and receive hands free calls, etc. 🍻

 

This is the one I went with. Plugs into the back of the oem radio. No splicing. Plug and play. This version requires the trunk cd changer.

easy hookup to your phone just like any other Bluetooth. Have had it for about 3 years. Zero issues. Totally recommend this.

 

I love how that looks. Very neat installl. I don’t have that CD unit in trunk. Can that be done also?

 

just brought a blue tooth converter from wallmart for 16.96 works great for 6 months
only problem if away from car phone wants to be answered with blue tooth

 

I still listen to cd’s but often stream using a similar devise. Sounds good consider it transmits the stereo signal via FM on a blank channel you select. Paid 16 usd and been working for years. Keeps the dash stock for whatever that’s worth.