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Take A Look At Three Of The Top Luxury Cars On The Market.

December 16th, 2009

Three great luxury Sedans available today are the Volkswagen Passat, the BMW 330i Series, and the Toyota Camry. Comfort and safety are always the number one priority with these vehicles. If you´re looking for a luxury sedan, you need to check out these three options.

The Volkswagen Passat Repair Manual is great because it offers many features for your comfort. Not only does it offer 19 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway fuel economy but this vehicle starts at just twenty eight thousand, three hundred dollars. A few new features that the Volkswagen Passat offers are the diversity antenna offering two antennas so whichever one has better signal, is the antenna that is used, exterior mirrors with turn signals built into them to make it more visible to other vehicles your intent to turn, heated washer nozzles for cold weather, LED lights which save energy, a power glass sunroof, a twelve way adjustable drivers seat, an auxiliary input, electronic parking break, a multi-functioning steering wheel, and a navigation system in the dash. For safety and performance the Volkswagen Passat has an anti-slip regulation, an electronic stabilization program, engine breaking assist, hydraulic break assist, independent suspension, vented four-wheel disc breaks, anti-lock breaking system, crash optimized front end, height adjustable telescopic. This vehicle comes with a great warranty, so there is no need to worry about repair bills.

The BMW 330i Series Repair Manual is a great buy. This car comes standard with xDrive all-wheel drive for added traction, an active steering function for better control whether you're driving at high speeds or backing out of a parking space, an aluminum front axel which enables more precise steering, a five arm rear axel which makes the rear suspension more flexible to fit your needs, a 50/50 weight distribution to make sure weight is always distributed evenly between the two axels, dynamic stability control, iDrive which give you access to an internet navigation system, cruise control, run-flat tires, dynamic breaking lights, headlight beam throw control, and a safety body shell. Another great option that is available with the BMW 330i allows you to choose the added features that you want in your BMW 330i. This is an all around great car and it starts at around forty thousand dollars.

The Toyota Camry Repair Manual is very dependable and has been sold for many years. This vehicle comes standard with halogen headlamps, integrated front fog lamps, high solar energy-absorbing glass, heavy-duty electric rear window defogger with timer, dual exhaust, a remote keyless entry system, tilt/telescopic steering wheel with radio controls built in so you never have to risk removing your hands from the steering wheel, cruise control, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift column, fabric seats and door trim, unique sport fabric, metallic-style interior trim, power-adjustable drivers seat, power windows and doors, foot pedal parking break, remote trunk lever, and an overhead console. The Toyota Camry comes optional with leather seats, heated front seats, 6-disc CD changer, and a voice activated navigation system, so you can choose the extra features that you want to pay for. As far as safety goes, this car has multiple airbags, front and rear crumple zones, anti-lock breaks, optional vehicle stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, and child protecting rear door locks. It costs just ,490, making it the cheapest of the three vehicles.

 

 

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GROMAudio iPod to VW AUDI Skoda Seat Car Adapter Interface for Dashboard

January 19th, 2009

GROMAudio iPod to VW AUDI Skoda Seat Car Adapter Interface for Dashboard




Direct sound connection for iPod – Replaces external CD changer – Provides high quality sound – Controls iPod from car stereo or steering wheel – Supports all iPods (except Shuffle) and iPhones – Charges iPod / iPhone (except iPhone 3G). Specifications: Total cable length is 6ft with possible cable extension – White iPod cable – Adapter weight 4 oz. Compatible with certain cars equipped with single DIN car stereo (i.e. stereo about two inches / 5 cm in height), namely: Volkswagen 98-06, Audi 98-05, Audi A3 / A4 05-06 (without satellite installed), Seat 98-08, Skoda 98-08. We also have adapters for cars equipped with double DIN stereo (i.e. stereo about four inches / 10 cm in height). They can be found at Amazon using the following SKUs for the search: GROM-I-VAG-VAGD and GROM-IW-VAG-VAGD. Special note for AUDI: In some AUDI vehicles, a solid 3-in-1 factory connector blocks access to the CD changer port. The factory connector must be removed to gain access to the CD changer port. If that is your case, you need to use AUDS harness (sold separately at Amazon, SKU# GROM-C-AUDS) that accepts the factory connector and plugs into the radio, leaving the CD changer port open for proper use of any interface adapter or auxiliary input converter.

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GROMAudio iPod to VW Audi Skoda Seat Car Adapter Interface for Dashboard

January 13th, 2009

GROMAudio iPod to VW Audi Skoda Seat Car Adapter Interface for Dashboard




Direct sound connection for iPod – Replaces external CD changer – Provides high quality sound – Controls iPod from car stereo or steering wheel – Supports all iPods (except Shuffle) and iPhones – Charges iPod / iPhone (except iPhone 3G). Specifications: Total cable length is 6ft with possible cable extension – Black iPod cable – Adapter weight 4 oz. Compatible with certain cars equipped with single DIN car stereo (i.e. stereo about two inches / 5 cm in height), namely: Volkswagen 98-06, Audi 98-05, Audi A3 / A4 05-06 (without satellite installed), Seat 98-08, Skoda 98-08. We also have adapters for cars equipped with double DIN stereo (i.e. stereo about four inches / 10 cm in height). They can be found at Amazon using the following SKUs for the search: GROM-I-VAG-VAGD and GROM-IW-VAG-VAGD. Special note for AUDI: In some AUDI vehicles, a solid 3-in-1 factory connector blocks access to the CD changer port. The factory connector must be removed to gain access to the CD changer port. If that is your case, you need to use AUDS harness (sold separately at Amazon, SKU# GROM-C-AUDS) that accepts the factory connector and plugs into the radio, leaving the CD changer port open for proper use of any interface adapter or auxiliary input converter.

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JVC Car KWXC400 Double DIN Cassette CD MP3 Receiver With Remote Control Silver

January 10th, 2009

JVC Car KWXC400 Double DIN Cassette CD MP3 Receiver With Remote Control Silver




Packed with tons of features in one Double-DIN package, the KW-XC400 has the ability to control an iPod, CD Changer, Satellite Radio – even a front-mounted auxiliary input makes it easy to connect digital audio players or any device using a mini-jack.

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5 Stars Great Experience
I would recommend this vendor to anyone. My shipment arrived before the scheduled date/time and in impeccable condition!!

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Alpine IVA W505 2 DIN Mobile Multimedia Station Black

January 3rd, 2009

Alpine IVA W505 2 DIN Mobile Multimedia Station Black




The double-DIN IVA-W505 is a full-featured DVD/CD/MP3/AAC/WMA/DivX audio/video head unit. Its large, crisp 7-inch WVGA touch-screen monitor enables users to easily access and command all their favorite media sources. The IVA-W505 features an all-new Graphical User Interface (GUI) with two display modes, “Professional” and “Stylish,” to give consumers a choice of what and how much information is displayed on the monitor.Built on Alpine’s proprietary Ai-NET BUS platform, the IVA-W505 can connect to and control a multitude of digital media sources and formats, such as XM or SIRIUS satellite radio (including XM Mini-Tuner and SIRIUS Plug And Play devices); HD Radio with multicasting; and Bluetooth devices, with voice-activated dialing. (Separate adapters and/or subscriptions required.) MP3/WMA players with MTP protocol and mass storage devices can easily be added via a direct USB connection. The IVA-W505 also has a high quality auxiliary input via the KCE-236B Full Speed to mini-jack cable (sold separately), for additional system building flexibility.The IVA-W505 is one of Alpine units that feature iTunes Tagging when the optional TUA-T550HD HD Radio Tuner is connected. When users hear a song they like from an HD Radio station that is broadcasting metadata, they simply press a special button on the IVA-W505.iPod music lovers who use the iPod classic (fifth and sixth generations) or iPod nano (first through third generations) can link to the IVA-W505 via a direct high-speed USB connection, resulting in fast data transfer, quick command response and superior iPod sound. If the iPod displays album art, the art also will be displayed on the IVA-W505′s screen.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars The BEST 2-din DVD touchscreen on the market
I have been thru 6 different headunits on my show car in about 3 years and this is BY FAR the best unit I have come across. The menus are easy to navigate and looking for MP3s on the unit is way better than the previous JVC that I had in my car. I don’t have a single complaint about the 505 yet, and I recieved the unit from the first shipment to the US.

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4 Stars Good but not great
The unit was recommended to me by a local car audio shop. Bought it over the phone and they put it in without me even see the unit first. I know, a little crazy. They told me it’s the top of the line so I took their word for it. I never had other after market unit before so I have no basis for comparison. I thought it was expensive but it looked much better than the single din units. Trust me on this one. The touch screen is cool but I don’t care much for the graphics. Very plain and only two themes, I would expect more at this price. How about some themes and skins? If they can do it for a darn cell phone, why can’t you do it in a big hunk of metal like this, Alpine? Worked fine for my iphone and ipod, but the album cover is fuzzy. The sound from the ipod/iphone is a good but not great. It is much, much louder than my factory-installed unit, so it’s great if you are looking to play some loud music. My ear drums were bleeding half way through the loudness setting so I can’t tell you how loud it will get. My factory installed radio was not loud enough for some of my mp3 even at the highest volume. Did not get the blue tooth yet because the current Alpine bluetooth does not work at all with iphone. A new one is coming out, I heard. Did not get the GPS, which would be an Alpine Blackbird II, which also had lousy reviews. A new one supposed to be coming out before holiday 08. You just slide the portable GPS unit into the loading slot behind the video screen, a good idea if Alpine ever make a decent portable GPS. You can also get a back up video cam if you want to, not sure if it’s worth $200, why not just turn you head? Finally, they are ordering me a cable so my passerger “wink, wink” can watch DVD while the car is moving. So may be I will update the review after that.

Bottom line, bare bone unit that work with ipod/iphone out of the box. Expect more bells and whistles for this price. For a fee, you can add blue tooth, GPS, rearview cam, HD radio, XM.

Just in case you have a Jaguar x-type, I ordered a mounting kit and wiring kit ($95 shipped) from bluspot.com.uk and you can put any single and double din unit in your car. Your dealer would tell you nothing would work, which is a lie. They also said aftermarket system will kill your fiber optic network, which is also a lie.

Now I have the DVD bypass installed. I was blown away. The picture is sharp, the sound is amazing. Wow, it’s worth just getting it for the DVD alone. The screen also tilt in various angles for viewing. I have a little more time with the ipod interphase also, so still pretty happy with it.

5 Stars great all around
Very, very, very satisfied with the product and the shipper. Everything arrived as promised also arrived before promised date. Everything was very on point from the produces condition to time of delievery. thank you to dependableResource and Amazon.

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