$1100 for a CD player????!!!!!
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$1100 for a CD player????!!!!!
Thanks for all the replies below regarding the wagon...however, this CD changer situation is crazy.
Dealer option for $1100!!!!
Every other high end car, and many under $25K, has a built in CD player. What's even worse, is adding this option adds about $18 month. Which means I'm going to pay $720 over four years. Youza!!!
Question: Are there any other CD options that will work? Or am I going to be listening to tapes for four more years? BTW, I refused to buckle on my last two cars - A4, 528i.
It's even more stunning that its an option on the S-class too.
MBNewbii
Dealer option for $1100!!!!
Every other high end car, and many under $25K, has a built in CD player. What's even worse, is adding this option adds about $18 month. Which means I'm going to pay $720 over four years. Youza!!!
Question: Are there any other CD options that will work? Or am I going to be listening to tapes for four more years? BTW, I refused to buckle on my last two cars - A4, 528i.
It's even more stunning that its an option on the S-class too.
MBNewbii
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From: On a hill overlooking San Francisco Bay
c230k, black, auto, c2 (let the sunshine in), Bose, leather, and CD
www.autoclass.net. It's OEM $399. You can either install it yourself or have your dealer so it,
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2002 C240 6-spd (ret)
I was able to get the unit from the dealer and installed for $500 when I bought my C240 last August. It was the only concession they made when the cars were selling for MSRP in my area. From what I hear, it's not an easy install, and they normally charge a couple of hours of labor. I agree it is steep. BTW, isn't a CD optional on BMW 3-series too? I seem to remember it's part of the premium package, or maybe a stand-alone option.
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The same changer is available from Autoclass for $400 plus about $65 for the bracket and fiber optic cable. It is possible to install yourself, but it isn't easy. There are instructions here and at bezsport.org. Or you have a dealer install it, or an audio retailer.
http://www.autoclass.net/catalog/mer...ectronics.html
Becker makes the Silverstone 2662 changer. It is cheaper than the Alpine from Autoclass, but it won't fit in the glovebox.
Some members here have purchased the single cd player head unit made by Becker, which is an option in other markets. They are buying over the e-bay.de site. If you go this route, be sure to get the Audio 10 unit for the W203. Other Audio 10's wont fit.
The next option is using an RF modulator to connect a changer to the radio antenna.
Or, you could tear out the factory system and go with an aftermarket system. You will the use of the steering wheel buttons.
Or, you can wait. There are rumors of new options for audio systems in the near future, such as the Audio 30 APS. It combines a AM-FM radio, single cd player and navigation system in one head unit.
My stealer wanted $1200 but was willing to knock off $200 because I bought two cars in three months. I am listening to the radio.
http://www.autoclass.net/catalog/mer...ectronics.html
Becker makes the Silverstone 2662 changer. It is cheaper than the Alpine from Autoclass, but it won't fit in the glovebox.
Some members here have purchased the single cd player head unit made by Becker, which is an option in other markets. They are buying over the e-bay.de site. If you go this route, be sure to get the Audio 10 unit for the W203. Other Audio 10's wont fit.
The next option is using an RF modulator to connect a changer to the radio antenna.
Or, you could tear out the factory system and go with an aftermarket system. You will the use of the steering wheel buttons.
Or, you can wait. There are rumors of new options for audio systems in the near future, such as the Audio 30 APS. It combines a AM-FM radio, single cd player and navigation system in one head unit.
My stealer wanted $1200 but was willing to knock off $200 because I bought two cars in three months. I am listening to the radio.
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in dash CD
Originally posted by Buellwinkle
Or you can get the MB Audio 10 Indash CD receiver.
Or you can get the MB Audio 10 Indash CD receiver.
Where are the Ebay.de sellers getting theirs from?!? Did they steal them? Hijack a truck?!!??
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Re: in dash CD
Originally posted by Mike T.
Where are the Ebay.de sellers getting theirs from?!? Did they steal them? Hijack a truck?!!??
Where are the Ebay.de sellers getting theirs from?!? Did they steal them? Hijack a truck?!!??
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Re: in dash CD
Originally posted by Mike T.
How can anyone afford to sell one of these, in the M-B box, for about 200 Euros, when the price of this item in Germany is 575 Euros?
Where are the Ebay.de sellers getting theirs from?!? Did they steal them? Hijack a truck?!!??
How can anyone afford to sell one of these, in the M-B box, for about 200 Euros, when the price of this item in Germany is 575 Euros?
Where are the Ebay.de sellers getting theirs from?!? Did they steal them? Hijack a truck?!!??
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From: Nashua, NH
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Originally posted by silentrage
i got my changer for free and the install was included....you should be able to get the same.
i got my changer for free and the install was included....you should be able to get the same.
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From: All Around Dallas-Fort Worth
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Autoclass Arrival
My CD changer, bracket and fiber cable just arrived from Autoclass. 4 business days - Ordered on Friday and was here Thursday Afternoon.
Everything is all MB with MB part no.
Looks good.
Car is scheduled to arrive this weekend with delivery on Tuesday or Wednesday.
My dealer said to schedule install b/4 delivery (with independent installer) so they can make the computer adjustment
My clearbra guy is also arriving Monday.
Phillips Bulbs for lamps arriving next week.
Now if I can just find a better price for Euro side mirrors.
Everything is all MB with MB part no.
Looks good.
Car is scheduled to arrive this weekend with delivery on Tuesday or Wednesday.
My dealer said to schedule install b/4 delivery (with independent installer) so they can make the computer adjustment
My clearbra guy is also arriving Monday.
Phillips Bulbs for lamps arriving next week.
Now if I can just find a better price for Euro side mirrors.
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Re: $1100 for a CD player????!!!!!
Originally posted by MBNewbii
Thanks for all the replies below regarding the wagon...however, this CD changer situation is crazy.
Dealer option for $1100!!!!
Every other high end car, and many under $25K, has a built in CD player. What's even worse, is adding this option adds about $18 month. Which means I'm going to pay $720 over four years. Youza!!!
Question: Are there any other CD options that will work? Or am I going to be listening to tapes for four more years? BTW, I refused to buckle on my last two cars - A4, 528i.
It's even more stunning that its an option on the S-class too.
MBNewbii
Thanks for all the replies below regarding the wagon...however, this CD changer situation is crazy.
Dealer option for $1100!!!!
Every other high end car, and many under $25K, has a built in CD player. What's even worse, is adding this option adds about $18 month. Which means I'm going to pay $720 over four years. Youza!!!
Question: Are there any other CD options that will work? Or am I going to be listening to tapes for four more years? BTW, I refused to buckle on my last two cars - A4, 528i.
It's even more stunning that its an option on the S-class too.
MBNewbii
okay...
here's what you do when you negotiate the price of the car.
Negotiate as you normally would, but just insist on a lower value than what you would agree on. when they won't come down to your level and there's just no place else to go, suggest that they throw in the CD changer and window tint.
trust me it works.
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From: GA
'06 Lexus GS300 RWD, '07 Camry SE V6 auto, '91 190E 2.6 auto
I got the changer from autotoys.com for $450 delivered. I picked up the optical cable from my dealer for $20. I secured the changer with two LARGE pieces of velcro for $0. Following some directions someone posted over at benzsport.com I installed the changer in my car in about 1 hour using only a single #20 torx bit screwdriver and a small flatblade screwdriver. It was so easy once you know the process. If I lived in a big city I'd advertise 1 hour C-class installations for $50 each!!!!!! 
Jim
Jim
