Suggestions on replacement head unit?

SoCalGT2005 · September 30th, 2009, 11:08 PM

I'm looking at buying a new head unit for the mustang (I have the Shaker500) and was wondering what are the best out there for what I'm looking for. I want it to be a touchscreen with bluetooth built in and iPod controls. Since I'm sure many of you have already replaced your head unit or looked into this before, it would be great if I could get some suggestions on what to get and where to start shopping/researching. Thank you! - Garrett

Klutch7 · October 1st, 2009, 12:27 AM

Not sure of your price range, but if I were to buy a touch screen, it would be this one without a doubt.

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. - IVA-W505

I have had great experience with Alpine in previous cars and really approve of their ease of use and sound quality.

NastyFX4 · October 1st, 2009, 12:47 AM

Pioneer Z3.

Ryguy33 · October 1st, 2009, 12:50 AM

Originally Posted by Klutch7

Not sure of your price range, but if I were to buy a touch screen, it would be this one without a doubt.

Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. - IVA-W505

I have had great experience with Alpine in previous cars and really approve of their ease of use and sound quality.

DRock · October 1st, 2009, 12:57 AM

Well if you are a little more of a budget like me this is the one im going for soon.

Pioneer AVH-P4100DVD In-Dash Video - In-Dash Receivers at Onlinecarstereo.com

06RedfireGT · October 1st, 2009, 12:59 AM

I believe it is the Pioneer Premier F90BT that several people on here have had good luck with.

SoCalGT2005 · October 1st, 2009, 01:39 AM

is JVC any good? this one seems decent
JVC KW-AVX820 Bluetooth - Video/Multimedia at Onlinecarstereo.com

06Stang · October 1st, 2009, 01:41 AM

+1 for the alpine. Have one and I love it. Plus it looks great

NastyFX4 · October 1st, 2009, 01:51 AM

Order your stuff here, it's the cheapest and most reliable place I've found to date.

Car Audio Stereo - Car Subwoofers - Car Amplifiers and Speakers

This is what I'd get if I got a new headunit today ... I've got the ole' Pioneer AVIC-Z2 and it's been a champ. If you can find a Z3 than that'd be a great headunit as well.

Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT (avicz110bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix

If you want something on the cheap than get either one of these ... The only difference is DVD playback ...

Pioneer AVIC-X710BT (avicx710bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix

Pioneer AVIC-X910BT (avicx910bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix

SoCalGT2005 · October 1st, 2009, 01:53 AM

06Stang, is that the W505? were you able to hook a phone up via bluetooth right away or does it require an adapter? ....also cool background, can you customize the wallpaper on that?

Emay · October 1st, 2009, 08:51 AM

I'm running the Pioneer Z3 in my daily and Pioneer F90bt in the stang.

F90bt does circles areound the Z3. Alot more friendly with creature features and the ipod interface is second to none, works as if you have a ipod face right on screen.

Handsfree blutooth works great as does the blutooth transfer of your phone address book directly to the drive.

Here's a few shots:

Ipod interface screen during install:

Back up camera screen:

Plate Camera:

Location I chose for handsfree microphone:

shanec · October 1st, 2009, 09:52 AM

BTW, Crutchfield is running a killer deal on the latest firmware update that Pioneer started charging money for. I updated my F700BT for $59.

SoCalGT2005 · October 1st, 2009, 01:57 PM

Originally Posted by Emay

I'm running the Pioneer Z3 in my daily and Pioneer F90bt in the stang.

F90bt does circles areound the Z3. Alot more friendly with creature features and the ipod interface is second to none, works as if you have a ipod face right on screen.

Handsfree blutooth works great as does the blutooth transfer of your phone address book directly to the drive.

Here's a few shots:

Ipod interface screen during install:

Back up camera screen:

Plate Camera:

Location I chose for handsfree microphone:

I like the spot you chose for the bluetooth microphone... was it difficult to install up there?

SoCalGT2005 · October 29th, 2009, 05:58 PM

FRYS.com****|****JVC

ok so this unit is on sale for $500 right now, and I'm really thinking of jumping on it, but i need some opinions... is this JVC unit any good? I don't want to spend the money on something if it's not going to be a quality part...

07GTconvertible · October 29th, 2009, 06:06 PM

I like Pioneer because, to the best of my knowledge, they are the only ones that use Garmin for navigation. I've used a few different nav units, and I definitely prefer Garmin. All else being the same, that would be the deciding factor for me, but I guess its up to you what is the most important features.

Emay · October 29th, 2009, 10:05 PM

Originally Posted by SoCalGT2005

FRYS.com*|*JVC

ok so this unit is on sale for $500 right now, and I'm really thinking of jumping on it, but i need some opinions... is this JVC unit any good? I don't want to spend the money on something if it's not going to be a quality part...

Pioneer and Kenwood are cornering the market with reasonable pricing and killer features.

That said JVC has been around forever, they're just overshadowed is all.

If I was spending 500.00 I'd be on ebay going after one of the audio selling stores there. Get the most bang for your buck..

SoCalGT2005 · October 29th, 2009, 10:39 PM

Thanks for all the input guys... I went ahead and bought the JVC AVX820. Basically had all the features I wanted at a good price, no navi, but whatever. Gettin it installed either this saturday or the next... needless to say, I'm pumped!

September 30th, 2009, 11:08 PM	#1
SoCalGT2005 Regular 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tempe, AZ (ASU) Posts: 128 iTrader: 0 reviews	Suggestions on replacement head unit? I'm looking at buying a new head unit for the mustang (I have the Shaker500) and was wondering what are the best out there for what I'm looking for. I want it to be a touchscreen with bluetooth built in and iPod controls. Since I'm sure many of you have already replaced your head unit or looked into this before, it would be great if I could get some suggestions on what to get and where to start shopping/researching. Thank you! - Garrett __________________ 2005 Windveil GT >> ROUSH CAI, FRPP Stingers, Silverhorse Blackout Panel, Brushed "Aluminum" Dash Kit, chrome American Racing ROGUE wheels 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 Yokohama S.Drive tires, ROUSH rear springs

October 1st, 2009, 12:47 AM	#3
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 16,010 iTrader: 9 reviews	Pioneer Z3. __________________

October 1st, 2009, 12:57 AM	#5
DRock Hardcore Enthusiast 2009 Mustang GT/CS 274hp 296tq bone stock Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1,265 iTrader: 0 reviews	Well if you are a little more of a budget like me this is the one im going for soon. Pioneer AVH-P4100DVD In-Dash Video - In-Dash Receivers at Onlinecarstereo.com __________________ '09 GT/CS TruFiber/TruCarbon, Hillbank Motorsports, AEM, Savini Forged,Toyo Tires,Hellwig Products,Cal Pony Parts,Mishimoto,Katzkin, DynoMax Exhaust New setup coming..........

October 1st, 2009, 12:59 AM	#6
06RedfireGT One Man Wolf Pack 2006 Mustang GT 13ish....maybe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Regulatin On Some OGs Posts: 22,484 iTrader: 2 reviews	I believe it is the Pioneer Premier F90BT that several people on here have had good luck with. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

October 1st, 2009, 01:39 AM	#7
SoCalGT2005 Regular 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tempe, AZ (ASU) Posts: 128 iTrader: 0 reviews	is JVC any good? this one seems decent JVC KW-AVX820 Bluetooth - Video/Multimedia at Onlinecarstereo.com __________________ 2005 Windveil GT >> ROUSH CAI, FRPP Stingers, Silverhorse Blackout Panel, Brushed "Aluminum" Dash Kit, chrome American Racing ROGUE wheels 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 Yokohama S.Drive tires, ROUSH rear springs

October 1st, 2009, 12:27 AM	#2
Klutch7 Newbie Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 27 iTrader: 0 reviews	Not sure of your price range, but if I were to buy a touch screen, it would be this one without a doubt. Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. - IVA-W505 I have had great experience with Alpine in previous cars and really approve of their ease of use and sound quality.

October 1st, 2009, 01:41 AM	#8
06Stang Regular 06 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 277 iTrader: 0 reviews	+1 for the alpine. Have one and I love it. Plus it looks great __________________ Saleen Supercharger/Bassani Exhaust/Pro5.0/TeamJDM Supercharger Upgrade/440RWHP a million miles above sea level FOR SALE: Saleen Wheels/Tires and Black Bullitt Wheels. PM

October 1st, 2009, 01:51 AM	#9
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 16,010 iTrader: 9 reviews	Order your stuff here, it's the cheapest and most reliable place I've found to date. Car Audio Stereo - Car Subwoofers - Car Amplifiers and Speakers This is what I'd get if I got a new headunit today ... I've got the ole' Pioneer AVIC-Z2 and it's been a champ. If you can find a Z3 than that'd be a great headunit as well. Pioneer AVIC-Z110BT (avicz110bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix If you want something on the cheap than get either one of these ... The only difference is DVD playback ... Pioneer AVIC-X710BT (avicx710bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix Pioneer AVIC-X910BT (avicx910bt) All In-Dash Car Stereo Receivers Car Stereo Receivers and Head Units Car Audio Car Audio, Video, & GPS Navigation - Sonic Electronix __________________

October 1st, 2009, 01:53 AM	#10
SoCalGT2005 Regular 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tempe, AZ (ASU) Posts: 128 iTrader: 0 reviews	06Stang, is that the W505? were you able to hook a phone up via bluetooth right away or does it require an adapter? ....also cool background, can you customize the wallpaper on that? __________________ 2005 Windveil GT >> ROUSH CAI, FRPP Stingers, Silverhorse Blackout Panel, Brushed "Aluminum" Dash Kit, chrome American Racing ROGUE wheels 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 Yokohama S.Drive tires, ROUSH rear springs

October 1st, 2009, 08:51 AM	#11
Emay May 08 ROTM 2008 Audi S6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: S. Elgin Posts: 6,684 iTrader: 3 reviews	I'm running the Pioneer Z3 in my daily and Pioneer F90bt in the stang. F90bt does circles areound the Z3. Alot more friendly with creature features and the ipod interface is second to none, works as if you have a ipod face right on screen. Handsfree blutooth works great as does the blutooth transfer of your phone address book directly to the drive. Here's a few shots: Ipod interface screen during install: Back up camera screen: Plate Camera: Location I chose for handsfree microphone: __________________ FLICKR Unique Imagery

October 1st, 2009, 09:52 AM	#12
shanec Enthusiast Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Brandon, MS Posts: 932 iTrader: 0 reviews	BTW, Crutchfield is running a killer deal on the latest firmware update that Pioneer started charging money for. I updated my F700BT for $59. __________________ By my E-Force'd 2008 Mustang GT!

October 29th, 2009, 05:58 PM	#14
SoCalGT2005 Regular 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tempe, AZ (ASU) Posts: 128 iTrader: 0 reviews	FRYS.com**\|JVC ok so this unit is on sale for $500 right now, and I'm really thinking of jumping on it, but i need some opinions... is this JVC unit any good? I don't want to spend the money on something if it's not going to be a quality part... __________________ 2005 Windveil GT >> ROUSH CAI, FRPP Stingers, Silverhorse Blackout Panel, Brushed "Aluminum" Dash Kit, chrome American Racing ROGUE wheels 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 Yokohama S.Drive tires, ROUSH rear springs**

October 29th, 2009, 06:06 PM	#15
07GTconvertible Regular 2007 Mustang GT 'vert Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 287 iTrader: 0 reviews	I like Pioneer because, to the best of my knowledge, they are the only ones that use Garmin for navigation. I've used a few different nav units, and I definitely prefer Garmin. All else being the same, that would be the deciding factor for me, but I guess its up to you what is the most important features.

October 29th, 2009, 10:39 PM	#17
SoCalGT2005 Regular 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tempe, AZ (ASU) Posts: 128 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thanks for all the input guys... I went ahead and bought the JVC AVX820. Basically had all the features I wanted at a good price, no navi, but whatever. Gettin it installed either this saturday or the next... needless to say, I'm pumped! __________________ 2005 Windveil GT >> ROUSH CAI, FRPP Stingers, Silverhorse Blackout Panel, Brushed "Aluminum" Dash Kit, chrome American Racing ROGUE wheels 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 Yokohama S.Drive tires, ROUSH rear springs

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