LCD Monitor stereos in Ferraris?

i have one in my car but it is not a flip screen-
go with pioneer and get the navigation unit/mp3 player/cd player and just buy the 6.5" lcd that does not move- the ones that move and have internal amps break very easily.

 

I just listen to the engine. Man, carbed v12, thats all the sound you need!!

 

I misspoke, its not v is it; isn't it a flat 12? Irregardless, a carbed 12 cyclinder!

 

ya see- myne is in my 360 and it is more of a daily driver for when it is decent weather outdoors so i figured why not- i dont use it too much but i find it pretty decent to have- impresses the young crowd.

 

it's your car - do whatever you like to it!

nobody's opinion matters except your own. millions of cars have LCD displays in them now - it's no big deal.

the only thing you might want to worry about is that you can put it back to stock for resale time, but other than that, life is short - enjoy!

doody.

 

yea, they had to make a big hole in myne for this- it all depends if you are planning on reselling or not- because if you want a decent value you will definately not want an in dash lcd rather a flip-up model- depends on what you want, go talk to an audio shop- there are a few in boston that are very good- i could get you some numbers if you'd like?

 

also if u jsut want something to listen to why dont u just goto best buy and grab an alpine

 

yea, with those unites just dont keep making it go up/down in/out and you will be fine.

 

yea, they do catch your eye.
not bad pricing these days either for the full combo/lcd unit.
if you dont mind me asking , how much did you pay?

 

Pioneer AVIC N-1, single DIN all-in-one; soon to be replaced with the N2 which will add satellite radio traffic updates to the NAV (OEM on Acura RL).

They will also be releasing a double-DIN version of the same unit called the D1 later this year, but I can't think of any F-cars with a double-DIN opening.

 

yea, not a bad deal- 2 years ago it would've been thousands

 

To repeat myself:

In the Mondial Z I am going to build in a full PC using a mini itx board. Input will be via a 7inch touch screen and a trackball. Some things this setup will do:

Play gigabites of MP3s (and DVDs if you are parked)
Receive DAB and FM radio broadcasts
GPS navigation and fixed speed camera warnings
Wireless LAN when at home
Display and record video from front and rear cameras
Control engine efi management system
Bluetooth phone integration including:
-handsfree telephone calls and voice dialling
-email
-web access

Sound will go through a suitable amp to NXT flat panel speakers.
The display will have a chrome dancing donkey for the screen saver.

All for about the price of a home PC.

..and yes I will be modifying the dash (totally making a new one)

 

Check out "Eclipse." It has a tasteful look that looks period correct, yet has all the modern features, CD, MP3, flip face. I'll post a photo this evening when I get home, along with more details.

I searched all over for a radio/CD player that would be tasteful in the dash and their products fit the bill. PeterB.

 

I couldnt put a flip up LCD in my 348 because of that open-close cover. I went with the Sony MEX-1HD...They dont make it anymore...but it has a 10gig hard drive built into the head unit. I say go for it, just try to make it as easy as possible to go back to stock...I have a 15" sub, a bluetooth carkit, a built in valentine 1, and a code alarm....the built in valentine 1 is the only thing that cannot be taken out real easy to go back to stock...but who cares....who wouldnt want a hidden Valentine 1 with the display built into the radio cover. BLING IT OUT as much as your heart desires (Except, NO SPINNERS!!!!), I just wouldnt do any cutting or anything permanent.

 

Jeff, here's what I put in my 308 GTS:
"ECLIPSE" Model CD3434, by Fujitsu Ten. High-Power "Full-Face" CD Receiver with MP3 Decoder and Remote.

I installed it myself, purchased it from "Car Toys." I opted out of an amp...although it could use one for open-air motoring. I used the stock speaker cut-outs using "Infinity 52.5i"...5 1/4" Two Way speakers with integral/in-line crossover devices. It's a great match. In my other mid engine beast, I have ADS 4" box speakers with an ADS 100watt amp which has a bit more kick compared to what I put in the Ferrari...But I'm not into big Bass hip-hop music so I really don't need the extra watts in the F-car. I could always add an amp later; yet I'm more than happy with the sound and the installation simplicity...I used the car's STOCK wiring harness to hook it all up. Here are some photos:

I sought out a receiver with a Classic Look with modern features, I think this full/flip face truly fits the period interior
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I was thinking this would look kinda cool in the 308, but I already have a nice Eclipse Mp3 deck in there now.

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-ddeJd6c7APh/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?g=169650&I=070XDV8125
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User "lupe" has a flip up screen DVD player in his 355.
Another user - not sure what his user name is - has a flip up screen in his titanium 550

 

Liquid Crystal Display...I'm not against it at all, but why in a Ferrari? Just a curious question, since most often I drive my car without the radio...to hear the most unique sound so many folks never will. Of course, once that fix has been obtained...the disc slides in for mood enhancement...and usually the tempo equates to triple digit cruise and my other counter-measures scanning all around for the man. This gets my adrenaline & heart rate way up...that's my fix.

So, I'll pose the question, what do you do with these LCD's in the F-car???

 

I thought about putting that dual unit in my 328 but if you read the specs it would stick out form the dash like 2.5 inches. Also why would I need a Tv in the car. When would I watch it. I dont beleive the dual unit plays DVD only has a TV tuner (with likely lousey reception). I have installed a DIN size 5 disc changer. I will listen to music far more than watch TV. Besides I thought the unit being large would take away from the interior and might be too "hip hop" for this type of car.