I'm looking for a nice looking, quality headunit, for around 200$... +/- 20-30$. I want something with a nice face, not complicated, decent layout, still main priority is quality here. I would also consider buying used, but what do you guys reccomend?
A model, or at least a good brand?


I was looking at some Eclipse models, from reviews I've read it's very hard to see during the day..

any thoughts?
I have about 200$..

I appreciate any suggestions.

 

hi!

 

Best bang for the buck, Eclipse 54400. $229.99 retail wise, 3-year warranty, 1st year over the counter exchange, and if someone steals it out of your ride within the first year Eclipse will send you a new one! Others to consider:
Kenwood KDC516S $199.99 retail
Alpine CDE7858 $199.99 retail

www.eclipse-web.com
www.alpine1.com
www.kenwoodusa.com

Maximadave

 

I have the kenwood 516s and I like it. I would only really upgrade to the pioneer video dvd cd etc.

 

Dave and Sprayin, thank you!

So Eclipse, Kenwood, Alpine are "good" brands...
I haven't heard anything bad about Eclipse except for hard to read displays?
Is there anything else that is generally not that good about them? I'm looking for good SQ mostly, but paying 230$, I should expect a little more then that? or no? Just want a "better then stock BOSE" sound

thanks a lot.

Steve

 

 

Steve, I second the eclipse recommendation.

Anton

 

you will be hearing from me VERY soon

 

I noticed that Clarion wsant mentioned. Another great brand.

 

Ok, I'll look into that as well. any particular model you would reccomend by any chance?

I'm going to be ordering this pretty soon...

Don't mean to be a PIA with all these questions, but... What are some good websites with most competitive pricing (Cheapest) on this stuff? or just car audio in general..... Because I think I have a source for my stuff, i just want to compare prices to make sure i am really getting the better deal.


thanks guys,

 

find the unit you want, then check ebay because you will get a much better deal there

 

Umm...I think he wants the unit to have a warranty.

Anton