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Old 01-10-2006 | 11:40 AM
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Best head unit for $150??

I'm looking at upgrading the stock CD player out of my '92 GTA and am looking for some suggestions. I want to keep the price in the $150 range, and I want to be able to play MP3's and hook up my IPOD. Any suggestions?
Old 01-10-2006 | 12:10 PM
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I might be selling my alpine cda 9847. It was 180 new. I would sell it if i got a good price. But really i like all the alpine's i got and the cda 9847 can hook up to an ipod.
Old 01-10-2006 | 12:28 PM
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In new stuff, dollar for dollar you can't beat a Pioneer. Used, older Alpine, but the new stuff is keeping the prices higher on last years Alpine HUs, or any other quality name (not pyle, sony, dual,...).
Old 01-11-2006 | 09:01 AM
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Not sure bout the Ipod but Pioneer and Kenwood are my two favs. I'm lookin to pick up either one of those for my RS once its on the verge of getting on the road. I shop on crutchfield because they usually have better deals and give you wiring and dash kit free with shipping. I think they are shipping all headunits over 120-150 for free as well right now.
Old 01-11-2006 | 10:24 PM
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I'd check Ebay.
Old 01-11-2006 | 10:36 PM
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mcray, I'm sending you a PM.
Old 01-12-2006 | 12:00 AM
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Ive got a Pioneer P2600 in my DD toyota, and I love it. I got it for $126 shipped off eBay about a year ago, and havent had a problem with it yet. Definatly check ebay for some great deals.
Old 01-12-2006 | 09:35 PM
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alpine or pioneer.
Old 01-14-2006 | 09:40 AM
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Well, I finally decided and picked up a remanufactured Clarion Pro Audio DX555MP for $97.50 shipped off Ebay. Has all the features I wanted, and for the price, I'm happy.

Thanks everyone for your input.
Old 01-15-2006 | 09:08 PM
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you will be happy. Clarion makes a good product, and for the price you paid, cant beat it.
Old 01-22-2006 | 09:18 PM
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Dude, if your still looking for an upgrade, check out Locust audio.com They have the Clarion 655 for like a 150 bucks
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