Header unit replacement

[Adenc22]

My current stock header unit is destroyed, the whole CD unit is broken and drains my battery. I've been quoted $600 for the repairs which is more than twice the price of a full second hand unit I found at the wreckers that comes with a three months warranty.

Not sure if anyone has done this but is it possible to buy a Mc Intosh header unit and put it in instead of the standard unit?

Thanks

[Shakibsaifi]

You'll need to add an amp for sure. Working wouldn't be plug and play. But should be possible. Would be a good time for an upgrade

[seanmau5]

The stock McIntosh head unit isn't amplified, meaning that if you have the standard Kenwood system it's gonna be more effort than what it's worth. Find a Kenwood head unit and replace like for like if you're not fussed on upgrading. Otherwise look at aftermarket options.