Roger Waring Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 Here is a question I would like to throw out and hear some thoughts. My past cars that were nice old vintage stock cars I would always keep them as close to original as possible, unfortunately technology has made it difficult to not want the niceties of the times. I had installed in my Hertz GT-H a Kenwood GPS, DVD/CD, Bluetooth, HD Radio with a backup camera. To look at the unit in the car, if you didn't know it looks stock to the year and make. They did a nice job installing with no cutting or changes to the structure. Old original CD/Radio wrapped in a nice clean towel and put away for safe keeping. Have many of you kept the 100% stock look or updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39Mustang Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 What radio really has no effect on Value. My Shaker unit died and been trying to find a 08-09 Navigation unit as just prefer it over the Kenwood and Pioneer units as not as much into the radio options as I was back in my 20's. Plus, why loud music over the beautiful exhaust sound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 Here is a question I would like to throw out and hear some thoughts. My past cars that were nice old vintage stock cars I would always keep them as close to original as possible, unfortunately technology has made it difficult to not want the niceties of the times. I had installed in my Hertz GT-H a Kenwood GPS, DVD/CD, Bluetooth, HD Radio with a backup camera. To look at the unit in the car, if you didn't know it looks stock to the year and make. They did a nice job installing with no cutting or changes to the structure. Old original CD/Radio wrapped in a nice clean towel and put away for safe keeping. Have many of you kept the 100% stock look or updated. I agree with you 100%. My stereo has lots of upgrades, I did the same thing you did. No cutting or butchering, and I have all the old stuff packed away. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chance.316 Posted June 8, 2015 Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 I've had my double din Kenwood Navi/dvd since I've gotten my SGT and love it. New speakers and subs all around but did keep the originals for the new owner if I ever decide to let her go. I've never been a fan of stock systems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Waring Posted June 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 The comments make me feel better The GT-H as well as all Shelby's are special cars. A lot of times changes can hurt the originality in a negative way. I'm glad to see this is not the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Grandt Posted June 8, 2015 Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 I have been thinking about this same thing since March but haven't been able to pull the trigger. Which Kenwood unit did you choose? I've been wavering for months and I really don't know why. It's never been a problem for me making decisions before. I guess I still prefer stock??? Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted June 8, 2015 Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 (edited) I have the Shelby Kicker speaker system and it sounds amazing. For Nav I use my Garmin or I-Phone, I do not like aftermarket Decks any longer, I did was young though. Edited June 8, 2015 by carnut12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Waring Posted June 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 I have been thinking about this same thing since March but haven't been able to pull the trigger. Which Kenwood unit did you choose? I've been wavering for months and I really don't know why. It's never been a problem for me making decisions before. I guess I still prefer stock??? Terry Please roll over the image to zoom in. Click on the image to see larger image. Kenwood DNX572BH 2-DIN AV Navigation System with Bluetooth and HD Radio WMA Playback: Yes RMS Power Output: 22 Watts Preamp Voltage: 2 volts Subwoofer Preamp Outputs: Yes MP3 playback: Yes Maximum Power: 50 Watts HD Radio: Yes DIN: 2 CD-R/CD-RW Compatible: Yes CD Text: Yes Built-in EQ: Yes Bluetooth: Yes Aux input: Yes Audio/Video Inputs: 1 Display Size: 6.2" Inch Rear USB Input: 1 Pre-amp outputs: 6 Audio/Video Outputs: 1 Voice Guidance: Yes RDS - Radio Data System: Yes Also added the backup camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19again Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 Roger nice choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chance.316 Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 I'd go with a nice Kenwood or Alpine double dine dvd player without navi since phone navs are much more accurate and you can a bluetooth navi to newer decks. My system is older but I'm running a dnx 2150 with 4 6x8 infinity references (kinda regret not getting the kappas), upgraded shelby kicker 8 inch subs (waste of money since door rattles so much if I turn the gain up), and a 15 inch solo baric in the trunk. The only thing I miss is the speed sensor that increases my music volume that came with the stock system. Feel free to pm me if you have any specific questions. Be happy to walk you through it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted June 9, 2015 Report Share Posted June 9, 2015 I'm fine w/ my original stuff - however - if I were going to change it, at this point I think I'd wait to see what becomes available with Apple CarPlay or similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 BTW, Next time anyone is in Vegas, drop me a line, and I'll demo my system for you. It doesn't require a big investment, just careful selection of components. Hearing is believing! LOL Also, Chance.316, don't feel bad, the Infinity Reference sounded FAR better than their Kappas in my tests. The Kappas had a 15K bump that was untameable and harsh. You did the right thing! Jer "Friend" me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jer.gervasi.1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chance.316 Posted June 23, 2015 Report Share Posted June 23, 2015 Thanks for the plus on the References Jer. Now if you have any idea how I can fit two 10's in my trunk while giving me at least half a trunk left that would be awesome 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwestercamp Posted July 13, 2015 Report Share Posted July 13, 2015 Jer's system sounds killer. Jer did you use any Dynamat around the door speakers? I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a receiver but i have lifetime sirius and too cheap to loose it even though it sounds rough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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