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Instructor
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: LI NY
Originally Posted by sorka
The real question though is how useful will the C6 nav be? Honda and Toyota have the absolute best navs in the industry. Nothing else touches them. Infiniti/Nissan is considered a close second behind them, but it's not even close. Toyota and Honda have virtually 100% coverage of turn by turn throughout the entire US. Nissan only has about 5% coverage for turn by turn and only covers major cities. We bought an FX45 with tech and I wish I'd checked instead of just assuming that the large city I live in had turn by turn coverage, but it doesn't. Make sure the map coverage is going to be there where you need it.
Melting Slicks
Joined: May 1999
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From: Scottsdale AZ
St. Jude Donor '11
How did Buzz and Todd ever make it across this United States without a NAV? Do you suppose they were more interested in "driving?"
I know, I know... It's the greatest invention since canned beer (dates me, doesn't it?). Fine for the family hauler, but no need in a sports car. Like the new Lotus Elise, less is more. I've had more fun in my C5 going places that weren't on the schedule, let alone plugged into a computer.
My C6 will be NAVless, and I'm not so sure about resale. I agree with an earlier post... Technology will advance beyond just an updated DVD.
But if it's your thing, drive on!
I know, I know... It's the greatest invention since canned beer (dates me, doesn't it?). Fine for the family hauler, but no need in a sports car. Like the new Lotus Elise, less is more. I've had more fun in my C5 going places that weren't on the schedule, let alone plugged into a computer.
My C6 will be NAVless, and I'm not so sure about resale. I agree with an earlier post... Technology will advance beyond just an updated DVD.
But if it's your thing, drive on!
Race Director
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: CA
Originally Posted by BMadden
This is completely false. The NAV systems won't be outdated because there are DVD upgrades available to keep them current.
Here's a question for people in the know on nav systems. Do any of the automobile manufacturer map update disks also upgrade the software programming?
Michael
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From: The OC CA
Originally Posted by wlee013
The Nav system doesn't work in Hawaii, but I ordered anyway for the touchscreen!
Wife thinks I am nuts, but maybe one day there will be coverage in Hawaii.
Wife thinks I am nuts, but maybe one day there will be coverage in Hawaii.
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From: The OC CA
Originally Posted by BMadden
This is completely false. The NAV systems won't be outdated because there are DVD upgrades available to keep them current.
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From: The OC CA
Originally Posted by Motor City Vette
I have the navigation system in my '04 Cadillac SRX and it's great. I think the Cadillac nav system is the best in the industry (it beats the snot out of my friend's Lexus). You can program in a destination and let it speak to you about where to turn, etc.
My Acura TL can.
The one thing that I hate about the Denso nav systems that Lexus uses is the control lockout that prevents your passenger from entering a destination while the car is in motion. I'm hoping the C6 nav system does not have this "feature..." :blush:
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From: The OC CA
Originally Posted by Michael A
Here's a question for people in the know on nav systems. Do any of the automobile manufacturer map update disks also upgrade the software programming?
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Frisco, TX
St. Jude Donor '11 thru '26
I have had nav systems in two Audis, the latest the A8L.
Best option on the car. You can go weeks without needing it, but when you are lost late on a rainy night, it is worth its weight in gold.
Best option on the car. You can go weeks without needing it, but when you are lost late on a rainy night, it is worth its weight in gold.
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Joined: Jul 1999
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From: Northern Virginia
Cruise-In I Veteran
Originally Posted by Michael A
Here's a question for people in the know on nav systems. Do any of the automobile manufacturer map update disks also upgrade the software programming?
Michael
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Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Las Vegas NV
Originally Posted by swarga
Oh, yeah? Can you push a button and say to it "Find nearest Chinese restaurant?" and have it automatically route you to it?
My Acura TL can.
The one thing that I hate about the Denso nav systems that Lexus uses is the control lockout that prevents your passenger from entering a destination while the car is in motion. I'm hoping the C6 nav system does not have this "feature..." :blush:
My Acura TL can.
The one thing that I hate about the Denso nav systems that Lexus uses is the control lockout that prevents your passenger from entering a destination while the car is in motion. I'm hoping the C6 nav system does not have this "feature..." :blush:
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: los gatos, ca
Originally Posted by Motor City Vette
I have the navigation system in my '04 Cadillac SRX and it's great. I think the Cadillac nav system is the best in the industry (it beats the snot out of my friend's Lexus). You can program in a destination and let it speak to you about where to turn, etc. You can also change the views from 2D to 3D, etc. Anyway, I imagine the C6 will be very similar to the Caddy's, if not the same. Pretty fun.
Until you've actually used both, you won't know which is better, but I'll bet the GM system in Cadillac doesn't even come close to Toyota's or Honda's.
Melting Slicks
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From: los gatos, ca
Originally Posted by 98C5
I have yet to meet anyone who has ha navigation for a short time who would order a car wiyjout this option .... Just as an aside, I must disagree with comments above ... Acura has a terrific system and IMHO outshines Toyota .. The Garmin 2910/2920 units are very close to the high level of the Acura navs ....
Go back and re-read my post. I think you misunderstood me.
Melting Slicks
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From: los gatos, ca
Originally Posted by swarga
Oh, yeah? Can you push a button and say to it "Find nearest Chinese restaurant?" and have it automatically route you to it?
My Acura TL can.
The one thing that I hate about the Denso nav systems that Lexus uses is the control lockout that prevents your passenger from entering a destination while the car is in motion. I'm hoping the C6 nav system does not have this "feature..." :blush:
My Acura TL can.
The one thing that I hate about the Denso nav systems that Lexus uses is the control lockout that prevents your passenger from entering a destination while the car is in motion. I'm hoping the C6 nav system does not have this "feature..." :blush:
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From: The OC CA
Originally Posted by sorka
Not only that, the Honda nav system is integrated with the hands free system and will even dial your bluetooth phone for you while it's in your pocket after you ask the nav system to dial the business.
The aftermarket really needs to step up and provide a stereo head unit with XM and Sirius tuner capability, DVD-based GPS-linked navigation, a bluetooth hands free link, and an MP3 jukebox, all controlled from a touchscreen LCD panel that fits exactly where the stock factory head unit goes. I'm surprised the manufacturers (e.g. Honda) are beating them to the punch with these cool innovations.
Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'07
The standalone NAV sounds interesting. Any recommendations?
I liked the NAV option but didn't want to give up a 6 CD in-dash option.
I didn't like the fold down screen to access the CD/DVD. If the NAV had
allowed for the 6 CD in-dash I would have ordered it.
The standalone NAV sounds interesting. Any recommendations?
I didn't like the fold down screen to access the CD/DVD. If the NAV had
allowed for the 6 CD in-dash I would have ordered it.
The standalone NAV sounds interesting. Any recommendations?
Racer
Joined: Jan 2004
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The NAV system is a great thing to have in any car. It just depends on how you plan on using the vehicle. I have been going back and forth on weather or not to get it in my C6 for over a month now. And, finally decided not to because it will not be my daily driver and I will not take it on any long trips out of the state. Plus I already have it in my wife's Acura CL-S, which is our traveling car. One, NAV system per household is good for me 
But, for those who say " I don't need a NAV cause I know where I'm going". The NAV is much more than just a road map that talks. It is an interactive phone book as well. Giving you access to the nearest, hotel, restaurant, shopping or whatever along with their phone numbers. Last year my wife and I were driving down the "strip" in Virginia Beach, using the NAV to give us all the hotels nearest to our location. We used our cellphone to call each hotel, checking for vacancies, as were driving by each one. After 10 minutes and 8 phone calls we had a room. We never called 411, never got out of the car and didn't stop driving. We could have never done that with out the NAV.
But, for those who say " I don't need a NAV cause I know where I'm going". The NAV is much more than just a road map that talks. It is an interactive phone book as well. Giving you access to the nearest, hotel, restaurant, shopping or whatever along with their phone numbers. Last year my wife and I were driving down the "strip" in Virginia Beach, using the NAV to give us all the hotels nearest to our location. We used our cellphone to call each hotel, checking for vacancies, as were driving by each one. After 10 minutes and 8 phone calls we had a room. We never called 411, never got out of the car and didn't stop driving. We could have never done that with out the NAV.