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Hello Hello Audiophiles,
First off - this is my second visit here in the past 2 months so clearly judgement day is soon to be upon us :D.
Anyhooo, I am restoring my Mercedes 1963 190C and as the bodywork is slated for completion in the next 10 days, I thought I would turn my attention to the interiors. Currently, the car has an old Pioneer cassete player coupled with 4 Pioneer speakers (Funny Raised Square Ones) from the late 80's / early 90's.
Originally I was thinking of getting the original radio that came installed in MB's of that era along with mono speakers but this is turning out to be more herculean than getting a date with Aishwariya Rai in all her married glory.
So, I am thinking 'Thoda Hut Ke'. I am looking to install a nice retro looking indash CD payer (MP3 / Aux Ipod Input would be an added bonus) would be an added bonus with 4 hidden unobtrusive speakers. This would acheive that vintage interor look and at the same time give me some modern functionality.
After some googling, I have found that Becker makes one such radio (pictured below) - Mexico 7903. However this is overkill at 1500 Euros and Nav / BT features.
Can you recommend any alternative HU Brands / Models that would acheive what I am looking to do? Would these be available in Delhi on special order. I don't mind ordering them online as well and getting them shipped.
I have not thought about the speakers yet, but they will probably be JBL which will be hidden under the parcel tray and door pads.
Thanks,
vcash
I also remembered that OHC's used to come with very Plain Jane Clarion HU's. So I checked out Clarions current portfolio and they have 2 models that are not jhintak and have a hint of retro-ness. The models are HX-D2 and FB286BTB. What do you think of these models and any idea on pricing? Any other alternatives to Becker and Clarion - I am all out.
The HX-D2 is a very reputed HU & its MRP is 60k plus & it doesnt play Mp3
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Originally Posted by Technocrat
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The HX-D2 is a very reputed HU & its MRP is 60k plus & it doesnt play Mp3 |
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Originally Posted by suren181
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Holy Moly! These prices are out of my budget and league! Anything in the 10 to 15K range - simple looking HU. (I love how I went from retro looking to basic units - how money dictates our lives!)
I found one more simple Clarion - It comes stock in Subaru vehicle's - PF-2597A-B. Maybe I can ask a Clarion dealer for this. The other option is get a used modern stock mercedes Blaupunkt (I see one from a C320 going for $50 on ebay - but I wonder if this will fit?). At this point since my options are limited, I will forgo the Mp3 / Aux capabilities - I just want a simple / clean as retro looking possible HU that is available - Basically Zero Jhintak.
The last silver stereo looks like the one which came as OE in the last Ikons!
btw, if cassette is fine with u, then take a look at the clarion stereos/radio that came as OE in the first batch of Maruti 800's. They look waay retro with push button band presets et all!!
Vikash I think the Merc unit would be a good fit, provided you can accomodate it in the dash.
You can look at the Kenwood KCD 01 ..very retro looking although does no mp3
Hello vcash!!
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After some googling, I have found that Becker makes one such radio (pictured below) - Mexico 7903. However this is overkill at 1500 Euros and Nav / BT features.
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Yeah nice HU. Shame though, this product is not sold anywhere in India.
You can hear me talk about it
here.
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Yes it does! If it was a bit more toned down, it would be perfect! I like the orange backlight as well as it would match the instrument consolle lighting at night. I am also thinking about the Mumbai - it looks quite vanilla.
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Originally Posted by sk456
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You can look at the Kenwood KCD 01 ..very retro looking although does no mp3 |
Smart looker but super expensive. This seems to be in the thoudand dollar range as well.
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Originally Posted by Sam Kapasi
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Hello vcash!!
Yeah nice HU. Shame though, this product is not sold anywhere in India.
You can hear me talk about it here. |
Hey Mr. Kapasi - Very nice interview - I was a wee bit distracted from the system / car and even your lustrous locks. Even if I could import this, I do not think that I am in a position to afford an after market lamborghini HU!
BTW, do I detect a trace of Ze Zerman accent in the clip? :D I could totally see you messing with pretty Ms. Saraf.
Hey Vcash, have you checked out the Pioneer P80RS, retro looking and a damn good HU too, it also has an option to turn off the display if need be
This head unit should be available around Delhi with probably a day or twos wait and is moderatly priced in comparison with the Becker:eek:
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Originally Posted by Mr. boombastic
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Hey Vcash, have you checked out the Pioneer P80RS, retro looking and a damn good HU too, it also has an option to turn off the display if need be
This head unit should be available around Delhi with probably a day or twos wait and is moderatly priced in comparison with the Becker:eek: |
Thank You Mr. Lova Lova.... This looks quite simple and neat with a retro tinge. I wonder if it is avaialable in Matt Black finish? Any word on the the pricing for P80RS?
P80RS costs 22,000 :D
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