Audio Upgrade

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Permalink Reply by D Wilson on October 11, 2009 at 9:55pm

Ben,
Hi. I've had my car a year now and the first 3 weeks I had it, I couldn't resist "Pimpn' my ride" Godzilla. And the first thing that had to go was the stock radio. I did all my shopping on the net. I wanted a navigation system-bluetooth-radio and went with this model :Pioneer AVIC-F700BT In-Dash Navigation Audio Receiver with CD Playback and Advanced Voice Controls. Bought from Amazon.com It's a double din model, so I needed the adapter plate, wiring harness and antenna adapter, all bought off Ebay. I also liked that the Pioneer had a back-up camera and HD radio so I got those too off Amazon.com. Doesn't take much to install yourself. At the time of my install I was sick and was planning surgery so I took it to a custom install place. I know its a easy install because I've had to go back in to fix problems cause from taking my car to the dealer for service. (That was a bad experience.)
I also purchased neon lights and a viper alarrn system w/voice modulator and tilt sensor (cow tippn' stopper) from Amazon. For those, I was glad I got them custom installed at Custom Sound, St. Ann, MO. (Had to "Shout out", cause the boys are good!) They gave me a great deal on the installs and window tint. Everyone loves "Godzilla's bad attitude, he tells old ladies to "stand back!" as they get too close to it at Walgreens. And people are always buggn' him when we go shopping,so I hear him alot guarding his position while I'm a the store.
Pioneer has another model with a DVD player in it, but here in MO, it would be a waste. But its great to never get lost, have the car answer the phone or dial a number by voice, have 1000 songs all on a SD card (No cd's needed) and fuss with the car about how fast I'm driving on the highway. Yes, I states "Your going over the speed limit!" alot. I drive it like I stole it. It has more features so look it up.
I hope this info helps.
Donita

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Permalink Reply by Brabus007 on October 11, 2009 at 11:52pm

You get a +1 from me on all them MODS...<:-))

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Permalink Reply by SmartCar Performance on October 12, 2009 at 12:37pm

Another option is just to keep the stock look and install a 500 watt amp to run the speakers and subwoofer. You can install a subwoofer under the glove compartment with an 8" Kickers. Of course you will need to upgrade your door speakers. I suggest MB Quartz Coaxial speakers. Sounds great but looks stock.

Cisco
www.smartcar-performance.com

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Permalink Reply by speedracer on October 25, 2009 at 10:57pm

I installed a 7"touch screen and the boss600 under the passenger seat w/ component infinity speakers in the doors.look under the other posts for pics of under seat sub. I kept the stock deck and cut it off to put infront of the new deck when parked at the stores.to look stock

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Permalink Reply by SmartCar Performance on November 12, 2009 at 12:16pm

Do you have any pictures?

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Permalink Reply by SATO on November 12, 2009 at 7:27pm

go to crutchfield.com and LOOK at the hundreds of radios, speakers, amps, and even sub boxes including one custom sized for the smart.

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Permalink Reply by SmartGurl on November 20, 2009 at 7:34am

Hi Ben,

Rachel here of Smart Madness. At your convenience, feel free to call our shop and ask for Mark. We have the stock systems in stock at a great price and Mark is more than willing to share with you the aftermarket options, the wire connections you will need, etc. We're here to help so feel free to ask when you can, it's our pleasure.

To you, yours and your smart,
Rachel, aka SmartGurl :)

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