Base stereo replacement
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5th Gear
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Base stereo replacement
Hey all, I have a 2007 C6 base model and was looking to replace the stock stereo with an aftermarket bluetooth and Apple Play capable one. I've seen some double din stereos offered from Crutchfield that look good but was not sure about the install. I want it to mount flush (look stock) and not protrude from the dash. If anyone has any suggestions or pics of theirs it would be greatly appreciated.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Phoenix, AZ to Quakertown, PA.
C6 of Year Finalist (appearance mods) 2019
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welcome to the forum, check the above section for a lot of stereo info. I would highly recommend Crutchfield they treated me well, and will set you up with everything you need .
welcome to the forum, check the above section for a lot of stereo info. I would highly recommend Crutchfield they treated me well, and will set you up with everything you need .
Le Mans Master
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Hey all, I have a 2007 C6 base model and was looking to replace the stock stereo with an aftermarket bluetooth and Apple Play capable one. I've seen some double din stereos offered from Crutchfield that look good but was not sure about the install. I want it to mount flush (look stock) and not protrude from the dash. If anyone has any suggestions or pics of theirs it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Thanks
Pioneer unit: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_130DMC...-C5500NEX.html
Sony unit: https://www.crutchfield.com/p_158XAV...AV-AX7000.html
Last edited by TorchRedFred; Sep 17, 2020 at 10:35 AM.
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5th Gear
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I have the JVC stereo with car play from Crutchfield, and it looks great. I wanted the Kenwood but could not wait for it to be in stock. I don’t regret it because it sounds awesome. I also replace the door and rear speakers and installed an amp. The instructions were clear and easy to install. I did a ton of reading on forums and watched videos on YouTube. Go for it.
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I put in a Pioneer AVH-4400NEX w/ wireless Apple CarPlay. Crutchfield said it wouldn't fit but all it required was shaving the top of the bezel a bit to allow the screen to flip w/o catching on the bezel. IMO it doesn't stick out more than the stock head unit. I strongly recommend wireless CarPlay - you get all the functionality w/o having to hook up the phone each time. No wires.
On a side note, I pulled the power outlet in the center console and swapped it out with a USB connection. That gives me a connection for charging or USB updates if needed.
On a side note, I pulled the power outlet in the center console and swapped it out with a USB connection. That gives me a connection for charging or USB updates if needed.