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Car MP3/radio stereos and compatability

I recently bought a car, a T reg Corsa which has the original cassette stereo (which i've discovered doesn't work). So i need to buy one and get it fitted. I'm not bothered about having a CD player as i'd rather just be able to use my ipod. So i'd like a stereo that has radio and an ipod adaptor. Can anyone tell me if i am safe to buy any kind of stereo from the likes of Argos? Ie will it fit and will it be possible to wire into my car? Or do i need to be careful which type i buy?

nickie Thurs 07/08/08 13:20

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sandmaster
Thurs 07/08/08
13:27

Fitting a radio is not straightforward unless you know what you are doing. Pay a little extra and get the retailer to fit it for you - you can get their advice as to what to buy at the same time.

WoWo
Fri 08/08/08
14:37

Fitting a stereo isn't difficult, however Halfords do a fitting service.

The Stereo will have a standard fitting on the back, you may however have to purchase an adapter which matches the wires to your manufacturer/model and also a new fascia, both are available from the like of Halfords.

However I doubt you will find one which is just a radio and even less likely one which only has a radio and an MP3 input.

nickie
Fri 08/08/08
15:50

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Thank you for your answers, i know someone that should be able to fit it, but he is away at the moment, so what i'd really like to do if buy a stereo online so i have it ready for his return, i just didn't want to buy one if theres a possibility the connection will be wrong. I'm looking at a JVC KDG333 MP3/CD. Do either of your know if this will be compatible?

recodes
Thurs 14/08/08
17:55

99% of stereos will fit in your car but you will also need an aerial adaptor. www.premier-recodes.co.uk

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