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Old 08-29-2007, 09:12 AM
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PCM 2.1 vs Avic D3

I'm considering either adding a PCM 2.1 or an Avic D3 to my car. Which one would you guys go for?

With the PCM I get:
+ stock look
+ mp3 support
+ trip computer display
+ my dash will still display radio info
+ easy install
+ no worries about someone trying to steal my aftermarket stereo

With the Avic I get:
+ nav
+ bluetooth for phone
+ ipod
+ touch screen


I know the PCM isn't great technology, and without me adding nav, I just have an mp3 stereo that has a large display, but I like the stock look. I'm having a hard time find a decently priced PCM headunit. I'm thinking about just giving and going for the avic install.
 
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I just had the D3 installed. Picking it up today. I have a C2S. I'll let you know how it goes, if you like.
 
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Originally Posted by blakt out
I just had the D3 installed. Picking it up today. I have a C2S. I'll let you know how it goes, if you like.
Yeah, let me know how it goes
 
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I installed the D3 in my FJ cruiser, it my honest opinion it blows away the one in my 07 997s. I had 2 bimmers and a lexus w/ nav., and had experience with caddy's, and MB's nav. The D3 is close to the lexus which I thought was one of the best. The D3 looks factory in my FJ, but it'll be alot of work in the 997. I really like the touch screen, its alot quicker. I did a bypass on mine so you can play movies on the go and also enter destinations aswell. I'll try to find my schmatics if anyone is interested.
 
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Guys you own a Porsche , you should be looking at the
ALPINE IVA-W200 + PBDB200
PIONEER AVIC-Z2
KENWOOD DNX7100
These are better units for only a little more money .
 
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Originally Posted by PORSCHEAUDIO
Guys you own a Porsche , you should be looking at the
ALPINE IVA-W200 + PBDB200
PIONEER AVIC-Z2
KENWOOD DNX7100
These are better units for only a little more money .
It wasn't really the money. I actually like the look of the D3, with the volume ***** and buttons. For some reason, it looks more stock to me than just a big lcd screen.
 
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