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Retroman1969 · 12-22-2014, 02:28 AM

On my DD I just had a Kenwood stereo added with built-in Bluetooth, satellite, USB, etc, for $250 (labor, tax, and all). Unlike most cars I've had units put in, it didn't require a dash kit or extra wiring harness. One quirk is that the two pins that go to the ignition had to be reversed. The audio shop manager (who owns a 996 Cabrio) said he had to do that mod to his car as well, otherwise the stereo settings will be erased every time you shut off the ignition.
To give dimension and balls to your sound, you might consider one of those compact sub-woofers that fits under the seat. I'm sure it could go on the rear shelf as well.

12-22-2014, 02:28 AM	#8
Retroman1969 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 856	On my DD I just had a Kenwood stereo added with built-in Bluetooth, satellite, USB, etc, for $250 (labor, tax, and all). Unlike most cars I've had units put in, it didn't require a dash kit or extra wiring harness. One quirk is that the two pins that go to the ignition had to be reversed. The audio shop manager (who owns a 996 Cabrio) said he had to do that mod to his car as well, otherwise the stereo settings will be erased every time you shut off the ignition. To give dimension and balls to your sound, you might consider one of those compact sub-woofers that fits under the seat. I'm sure it could go on the rear shelf as well. __________________ "Remember, I'm pulling for ya! We're all in this together." Last edited by Retroman1969; 12-22-2014 at 02:32 AM.