Hey guys i have a 2003 c230 komp. and i was wondering if i can install the bluetooth device that will allow me to use my phone. Can i buy the bluetooth for my car? or do they not make it for my year?

sorry if there is a thread lik this already i already tried searching but i didnt find anything for a 2003! but ya if there is a thread like this already ill delete this asap so i dont clutter the threads and all.

Thanks

~Al

 

MB sells the bluetooth kit for your car. You can also get the Argos Bluetooth device. It is fully integrated with the radio too. The site is www.incartronics.com I've been using it for about 5 years now. I did have it repaired once at a cost of $75.

 

yikes, $700 for bluetooth.

 

That's about half the price of the complete MB kit and it works nearly as well as the one in my ML. The Argos unit actually connects and disconnects much better than the MB unit.

 

You could probably pick up everything you needed for the MB BT setup used from ebay; and since you would not need to do the entire HF kit, you could probably do it for about 500, I'd guess. You really only need the electronics and the BT puck/cradle, and I think they even have the cradle eliminator now. I did it, but put everything in a while back, and spent a good chunk. I wrote it up at some point, with pictures, but I'd have to look for the post.

I do have to say I really like it, combined with the voice control, but it depends on how much you want to do. There are definately cheaper/easier ways to do it.

 

i noticed tht in the pic of tht link tht the car had a nvi system in it. but in my car i have just the radio?? so it kind threw me off

 

I have an Argos Bluetooth Handsfree system with the D2B harness if anyone is interested. Purchased it 6 months ago for my CL500, but am selling the car now. Asking $550.00. I will be listing on ebay on 9-22-2010 if sold before hand.
Mercedes Benz D2B System Models Covered:
C Class Coupe = 2002, 2003, 2004
C Class Sedan = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
C Class Wagon = 2002, 2003, 2004
CL Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
CLK Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
E Class Sedan = 2000, 2001, 2002
E Class Wagon = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
G Class = 2002, 2003, 2004
S Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
SL Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
SLK Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
ML Class = 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 NOTE: If you are buying for a ML Class, and the car does not have a previous phone system installed (cradle in the armrest), you will need to buy the ML Completer Kit from a Mercedes Dealer, or just ask and I know a few places I can direct you too.

The Argos is a wireless solution that uses Bluetooth technology that is common in all of todays phones. If you have any phone, PDA, or smartphone with Bluetooth, this is the completely integrated solution for you. If your car was sold in the U.S., your car is already pre-wired for a phone system. This is just a plug-in installation that takes just a few minutes to perform. If your car was sold outside the U.S., your car may or may not be pre-wired (you can call your dealer and give them your VIN number to find out). If your car is not pre-wired, this kit will allow the Argos to be installed.
The Argos allows you to simply get into the car with the phone in your pocket or purse. The car then connects wirelessly to your phone when you start the car. Make no mistake, this is a fully integrated solution that operates exactly the same as an original factory phone system. Full integration means that all the original factory functions - such as using the factory navigation or other radio head unit and steering wheel controls to dial, accept/reject calls, browse the cell phone's directory, voice dialing if you have the Voice Activation feature, etc - will work just as Mercedes Benz intended. The unit simply plugs into the network connection that is in your trunk (hidden by a carpet panel).
Even if you are installing the Argos in a car that did not have a previous phone system installed, this comes with the D2B Fiber Optic Adapter Cable needed.