Which navigation device do you use? How well does it perform? And which moubnt works best? Thanks.

 

Anyone have one of these?

 

My head and the road maps I've had for 15-20 years.

Occasionally I'll use the maps that the internet sites give me.

I've had the NAV option in my last 2 Vettes, but never used them. I don't drive much to places I'm not familiar with.

 

At this time maps are all I use also. Usually take one or two trips a year and it might be a fun toy.

 

I swapped out my factory nav for a Kenwood DX6690 (Garmin GPS). Cleanest way I think and huge improvement.

 

smart phone...It's free. I also have the factory Nav Unit if I want to take the time to go thru all of the steps. Usually I use the factory nav for the return ride home because all I need to do is push the Home button. My cell phone is easier to use.

 

I do not have the factory Nav.

 

This works if you want a Nuvi.







Wasn't my idea originally, but it works.

 

I looked at Nuvi but there are so many choices. How does that mount actually work?

 

Here's some info about the various systems you can choose.
People seem to get really emotional about the issue, but I've used all the systems and can get good (but not perfect) results from any of them. Personally, I prefer the factory nav but people who use their car differently from me, might be better served by something else.







C6 NAVIGATION SYSTEM COMPARISONS v 2.0 08-16-2012

If you have a C6 Corvette, there are many different navigation systems you can use to help find your way around the country. After using most of them for a while, here are my observations. All will work, none are perfect. Pick the system that meets your needs:

C6 Factory Nav: Easy to buy, no installation problems, covered by 3/36 and GMPP warranties, projects turn/distance data onto HUD, mutes music for voice directions, many features, continues calculating position for a few minutes if you lose GPS signal, highly theft resistant.
But- expensive to buy/update, repairs not convenient, unless a cutout switch is installed can only enter first page of Previous Destinations + 6 presets while moving, non-intuitive to use, requires mod to install backup camera, early units had no Bluetooth/Ipod, sometimes produces goofy routings.

Aftermarket In-Dash Nav: Cheaper to buy/update, usually easy to use, allows entries while moving, most will accept backup camera, may produce better music, may have other nice feature like traffic/redlight/speed cameras.
But- Requires separate purchase, installation not simple, improper installation can cause other problems, dealers sometimes want to blame any electrical issues on aftermarket unit, shorter warranty, repairs not convenient, no information on HUD, may not mute music, older units may not have Bluetooth/Ipod/voice commands, features/reliability/friendliness vary with brand/model, sometimes more easily stolen, sometimes produces goofy routings.

Garmin, etc: Cheap to buy/update, easy to use, allows entries while moving, portable, easily replaced.
But- Smaller screen, harder to mount in visible/fixed location, needs power wire, shorter warranty, no information on HUD, does not mute music, invites theft/broken windows if left visible, not easily wired to backup camera, can look “cheap”, many do not accept voice commands, sometimes produces goofy routings.

Cellphone Nav: Easy to buy, up to date maps, may be easy to use, allows entries while moving, may have many features.
But- Small screen and keys, no information on HUD, must be removed/replaced from your belt each time you drive/exit, shorter battery life or needs power cord, aftermarket apps may be unreliable/expensive, harder to mount in visible/fixed location, voice directions can be hard to understand and don’t mute music, most won’t work if you don’t have cellphone coverage, after an accident/crime you may not be able to find your phone, invites theft/broken windows if left in car, cellphone use while driving may be illegal, sometimes produces goofy routings.

Paper Map: Cheap, portable, good for trip planning, gives you the “Big Picture”.
But- Usually dangerous to use solo while driving, requires you to determine your current location, scale is usually too big or too small, no POI information, may need to order in advance for long trips.

 

I use the OEM nav unit and it works great. It's easy to use if you read the manual!

Tom

 

I replaced my base factory stereo with a kenwood excelon DNX6990. Navigation by Garmin, and is accurate as can be. As far as an actual garmin, I have one, it's a NUVI 40LM and works pretty well. Also use my cell navigation on my Note II. It's perfect, so will probably be ditching the Garmin.

 

Yes,

Same here. Best bang for the buck and have never looked back.

Dennis, one of the CF vendors is the man to see! Double D.

Good Luck

 

I do not have the factory nav. I was looking at the garmin but was hoping more info on mounts from the forum also. Thanks, Grant.

 

I have an Alpine INA-W900 in place of the stock radio. Works great and simple to use.

 

Get a Garmin GPS. Easy to use. Under $200.

Lots of mounts at semsons. I tried several... this worked best for me:



The extra cupholder is very handy: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...-from-cca.html

 

I have the factory NAV but use a $85 Garmin 40LM that has lifetime free map updates, 4 times a year. I use the spray can lid cup holder mount. Works perfect.