bvmb

Hey folks,

Any ideas on what i can get for in-dash gps/radio that will fit on a 06 c-230 sport? any after market options? i have looked on line and the usual suspects seem not to have the right harnesses, trim pieces, etc. - pioneer, clarion, jvc, and Eclipse from crutchfield.com which has has this to say on my car options:

Installation Details for your 2006 C-Class
To install this product, you’ll have to modify your vehicle.
You will need to fabricate a mounting kit in order to install your new receiver.
You'll lose the factory navigation feature if the factory radio is removed.

thanks for your help.

sanf

This radio kit will work for you but it's only for single din. You will need to mod the kit to fit a double din.

according to cruthfield, THIS wiring harness will fit you.

If you don't mind single din but not a fan of any flip out screens. You might want to check out the JVC KD-NX5000

powa

i got Pioneer Avic-D3 in my dash right now, excellent unit, very reasonable price, might wanna search my threads and see how it looks if u wish

noreaga0221

Avic d3 with carp 131.

Midnight Koop

if you dont have an ipod and want a built-in harddrive, an extra cd slot, and a smarter/more responsive navigation... the AVIC-z2 just came out and is nice as well.

i just dont think the interface looks as nice as d3, and its priced pretty high

dutnguye

I purchased a dnx7100, and the interface looks hot, for the price, it can be compete with the d3 and bigger screen

bvmb

some great ideas.
up until i posted the question, i had no idea of what to do or what to look for you guys certainly made it easier.

I've been looking through the suggestions and i have a couple more questions;

can any of the systems mentioned, be fully integrated with the steering wheel buttons? i.e. phone button on the steering wheel.

does anyone know about traffic updates on these units?

I'm thinking, I'll probably won't install it myself. any recommendations on where to go? stick to places like circuit city, or look for a local car stereo shop here in Atlanta?

kardician

https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...9&d=1174517537
https://mbworld.org/forums/attachmen...0&d=1174517537

tsedeng

I've seen the JVC on display, the screen is crisp and bright. Very good hu, although as the review states, the navigation maps need improvement. Solution: get the model with no navi and just use a portable navi device like alpine blackbird, pioneer, garmin, tom tom, etc. This way you can enjoy the benefits of the jvc audio/video capabilities for less price, and have the ability to use navi on your other vehicles. Besides, how often would we be needing navi when most of our driving is done locally?

bvmb

that's excellent kardician...
any loss of features? can you still use any of the steering wheel buttons?
it looks fantastic. where did you get it installed?
what kind of din/dash kit did you use?
does this unit have traffic update options?
can it be connected to the existing cd changer?
does it have Canadian maps as well as US?
where did you have it installed? self, dealer, retailer?

bvmb

Powa, i guess i have the same questions and comments for you i have for kardician. can you help with a bit more info?

thanks

kardician

That is actually Powa's pictures. It was a lot of work to search through his posts to find them, so I just made it convenient for anyone else who came across this thread. Better direct your questions to him. =)

jgsx

No way! If you have a screen in the car you should have navi on it.

Those portable tomtoms/etc are straight up ghet-to!

bvmb

regarding your D3;

any loss of features? can you still use any of the steering wheel buttons?
it looks fantastic. where did you get it installed?
what kind of din/dash kit did you use?
does this unit have traffic update options?
can it be connected to the existing cd changer?
does it have Canadian maps as well as US?
where did you have it installed? self, dealer, retailer?

any extra help out there will be greatly appreciated!!!

brydon

Have you considered installing the stock COMAND? It fully integrates with the steering wheel controls and instrument cluster display, plays MP3's, can have an AUX audio input connected. You can contact Steve at Mbenznl.com - he can install it for you on his next visit.

Edit: here's my thread with pics of the COMAND installed

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w203/178786-dealer-says-almost-impossible-upgrade-comand-w-nav-my06-07-w203-s.html

jgsx

Sorry, but all of that has been answered many times. I know that I have answered those questions at least five times myself. Check out the Z1 thread, that has all the info you need. If you are looking for specific AVIC details, check out avic411.com

Good luck

holobach

Reviving the thread

Kardician looking at the pics did the trim come with radio in an all in one or did you have to buy additional hardware trim etc

Midnight Koop

-American International Kit MBK100C

http://www.amazon.com/01-04-Mercedes...9386087&sr=8-1

your welcome