does it come with all the necessary cables / hardware to simply do a plug and play install ?

I have never installed one in a car so i do not know? I can get whatever you need as I have the car now. Just let me know and I can remove it from the car.

WHY IS EVERYBODY TAKING OUT THE FACTORY NAVS?? DO THEY SUCK THAT BAD? HOW HARD IS IT TO INSTALL IN TO A CAR THAT DIDN'T COME WITH NAV? DO THE 02's HAVE THE PLUGS ALREADY? WOW ALOT OF QUESTIONS.
HOLLYWOOD

You miht want to call a dealer and ask this. I changed mine out because I dont ever use it. I dont really do any long distance trips in my car. I changed it out for a 7" DVD player and installed a complete system.

Hey Don What Brand Did You Go With? Do You Have Pics Of It Done?

Kenwood 6019

I am getting a trim ring made right now for it to match the dash.

I have a 2001 996tt and would like to buy it if I comes with everything I need to install. gsl@defendergroup.com or 415-225-0288.