Aftermarket Stereo Options

[Clayton]

Howdy all, I'm used to having an MP3-CD player in my car and my 05 Liberty 2.5i Wagon has the standard CD player with no AUX input or anything of the like.

I've noticed it's not a single or double DIN stereo, it's a one piece console that includes the stereo and climate control features all in one.

What are the options for aftermarket stereos for this type of set-up? am I stuck with what I've got or can I get a later model set up with adapts to the switchgear in the console at the moment etc.?

I'm in Adelaide and am willing to drive/pay for a job well done if that's what it takes.

So far it's my only sore point with the car.

Thanks for any help or advice that can be offered.

[garbo41610]

Do some searching through the audio thread. There are a few options available.

New fascia kit for the installation of new head units.
Hook up a processor to the OEM HU

[seanmau5]

I was in the same boat - go figure, an 05 car with tape deck & no aux in!!

As Garbo said, you can get a new fascia kit that separates the stock stereo from the HVAC. It's not cheap though, you're looking at around $400 for that alone. That will allow you to install any aftermarket HU. I know some guys have hacked the CD changer input to make it an aux in for iPods..

Search is your best friend mate!

[Clayton]

I browsed the forum a fair bit in the Cosmetics area looking for info, I guess I'll use the search feature and dig a little deeper.

Thanks guys

[seanmau5]

I browsed the forum a fair bit in the Cosmetics area looking for info, I guess I'll use the search feature and dig a little deeper.

Thanks guys

You want to be looking in the audio section mate!!
viewforum.php?f=22

[edd13k]

What's your budget?

My cousin has a 03 STI and he upgraded this stereo to a DVD/MP3 touch screen set up. I do like the functionality of the touch screen and iPod connectivity but because I'm relatively conservative, I want the stock look.

Whats your preference?

[SH30RB]

Howdy all, I'm used to having an MP3-CD player in my car and my 05 Liberty 2.5i Wagon has the standard CD player with no AUX input or anything of the like.

I've noticed it's not a single or double DIN stereo, it's a one piece console that includes the stereo and climate control features all in one.

What are the options for aftermarket stereos for this type of set-up? am I stuck with what I've got or can I get a later model set up with adapts to the switchgear in the console at the moment etc.?

I'm in Adelaide and am willing to drive/pay for a job well done if that's what it takes.

So far it's my only sore point with the car.

Thanks for any help or advice that can be offered.

http://www.avojdm.com/product_info.php? ... cts_id=152
thats the one i have on order, might not be the exact one you need but take a look around on that site, its everything you need to change the head unit.