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Help buying & installing new head unit
« on: May 19, 2014, 04:33:29 pm »
Hi Guys,

Was hoping you could help me out.

I have a 2005 Diesel GT DSG that I'd really like to replace the head-unit in (and probably the front speakers).

I really want something that fits neatly (i.e. has the tapered sides, not a square unit with a plastic adapter).

It's also gotta have Bluetooth and a decent screen without gaudy colours (basically, I want it to look factory fit without having to spend the ridiculous money that VW want).

Finally, I need someone to fit it for me preferably someone who'll visit my work. I really have no patience to try for myself especially considering having to find the right adapters and such.

All-in I'm hoping to get it done with or without the speaker replacement for under £400.

Can anyone recommend a fitter / supplier near Farnborough, Hampshire?
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #1 on: May 19, 2014, 05:21:14 pm »
Find a RNS510 sat nav B version (Think it will work with your car without causing any battery drain)

Plenty about for £400 ish and fitting is simple , you can do it easily yourself - Your speakers are fine - How many do you have in your GT ?

Here's one on ebay

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-NAVIGATION-RNS-510-1T0035680B-V10-MAPS-DVD-TV-FREE-A-/291148370592?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item43c9cb92a0

Offer him £350 and pay someone to fit it if you don't think you can
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #2 on: May 19, 2014, 05:36:21 pm »
That won't give you Bluetooth. The vw option will set you back £90ish on top.
Saw this thread today, but no idea of sound quality,
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,83936.msg863371.html#new
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #3 on: May 19, 2014, 07:03:09 pm »
RNS 310 would fit then bill. Unit costs £200 - £300 of eBay then budget another £100 or so for the Bluetooth module. Mine works well and hasn't caused any battery drain problems even when the car was sat still for over a week.

If you really won't consider going down the DIY route (strongly reccomended as its easy) these guys are quite close to you with a good reputation - http://www.satnavsystems.com/main/
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #4 on: May 19, 2014, 07:15:34 pm »
RNS315 on Ebay at £290 buy it now. With bluetooth.  :happy2:

There may be more, but that was the first one I found.
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #5 on: May 19, 2014, 07:20:25 pm »
Quote from: Viking on May 19, 2014, 07:15:34 pm
RNS315 on Ebay at £290 buy it now. With bluetooth.  :happy2:

There may be more, but that was the first one I found.

Ah but problem with those is they won't support the Highline display in a Mk5. Good price though!
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #6 on: May 19, 2014, 07:27:45 pm »
Thanks guys for the great answers.
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #7 on: May 19, 2014, 09:36:49 pm »
Won't there be some battery drain if you put in a RNS315?
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #8 on: May 19, 2014, 10:14:53 pm »
Quote from: garrardrj on May 19, 2014, 09:36:49 pm
Won't there be some battery drain if you put in a RNS315?

This is the short of thing I was concerned about. That's why I was looking for a specialist.
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #9 on: May 19, 2014, 10:20:23 pm »
Quote from: garrardrj on May 19, 2014, 09:36:49 pm
Won't there be some battery drain if you put in a RNS315?

Yep, at least another £70 to the bill if going RNS315.
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #10 on: May 20, 2014, 09:35:15 am »
Quote from: garrardrj on May 19, 2014, 05:21:14 pm
Find a RNS510 sat nav B version (Think it will work with your car without causing any battery drain)

Plenty about for £400 ish and fitting is simple , you can do it easily yourself - Your speakers are fine - How many do you have in your GT ?

Here's one on ebay

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-NAVIGATION-RNS-510-1T0035680B-V10-MAPS-DVD-TV-FREE-A-/291148370592?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item43c9cb92a0

Offer him £350 and pay someone to fit it if you don't think you can

This looks perfect! Thanks  :happy2:
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #11 on: May 20, 2014, 09:44:26 am »
Quote from: AsciiSmoke on May 20, 2014, 09:35:15 am
This looks perfect! Thanks  :happy2:

Don't forget you'll still need the Bluetooth module, plus probably a GPS aerial and FM radio adaptor on top.
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #12 on: May 20, 2014, 10:22:55 am »
If it's any use to you I have a Rev B rns 510 up for sale here.   :happy2:
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Re: Help buying & installing new head unit
« Reply #13 on: May 20, 2014, 10:38:08 am »
Quote from: flashp on May 20, 2014, 10:22:55 am
If it's any use to you I have a Rev B rns 510 up for sale here.   :happy2:

Very nice, thanks. But I can't go as high as £450, especially as I'll still need to get it fitted.  :sad1:
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