Looking for aftermarket NAV. Need convincing argument. - Honda CRZ Forum: Honda CR-Z Hybrid Car Forums

dschulkin · 10-02-2011, 10:23 PM

Hey, I got the base CR-Z. I have been really itching for an in dash Nav system. I got a quote for $1200. I wanted to know if there really is any benefits over the mobile units.
I really need help convincing my parents. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
--David

nn96 · 10-02-2011, 10:53 PM

there is a bunch of benefits. 1 its cheap for the overall install if you know how to do it by yourself 2 if u dont know how im sure theres a shop that will install if u buy the parts 3 overall its just cheaper to buy all the stuff offline

B-rad · 10-02-2011, 11:53 PM

You can get the factory part but you otta get the hazard light and pass air bag sensor too there different part number this is what I did I have a pic of mine in my gallery I can't post the link on my iPad

Tyrod · 10-03-2011, 01:18 AM

Go to Best Buy, I'm sure they'll convince ya you need one.

romiata · 10-03-2011, 04:11 PM

There are a lot of in dash navigation units to choose from. Do some homework and I'm sure you'll find what your looking for. I went with a Pioneer Avic Z110bt.

It has DVD, the navi is built in (not a separate unit), Pandora from my iPhone, Bluetooth, mic'd for voice controls, SD card for photos or music..... Basically everything I might need.

Night & Day DVD
I bought it used on Craigslist: New $1400; used $400. Install kit was $29 and I had a buddy at BestBuy install it for almost nothing. Good luck!

Tyrod · 10-03-2011, 04:47 PM

A lot of folks complain about the nav portion of proprietary GPSs. Wandering around Amazon's selection of in dash GPS/receivers. I found there are alot fewer complaints about GPS/nav that integrate well known GPS/nav receivers. Sony, for instance, uses Tom Tom for their GPS/nav units and updates are readily available, although expensive.

On the other hand, I just bought a Garmin mobile unit for less than $150 with lifetime map updates. When I get my CR-Z I'll prolly use the Sony XNV-660BT. Amazon has it listed with an included reverse cam for less than $600. It doesn't support all the fancy iphone/ipad applications (which in many cases don't work well anyway) but it does support bluetooth.
Amazon.com: Package: Brand New Sony Xnv-660bt 6.1" Multimedia Touchscreen Double Din In-dash DVD Receiver with Navigation + Night Vision Back up Camera: Electronics

B-rad · 10-04-2011, 01:01 AM

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10-02-2011, 10:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
nn96 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Oahu, HI Posts: 82	there is a bunch of benefits. 1 its cheap for the overall install if you know how to do it by yourself 2 if u dont know how im sure theres a shop that will install if u buy the parts 3 overall its just cheaper to buy all the stuff offline

10-02-2011, 11:53 PM	#3 (permalink)
B-rad Supporting Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: aurora, il Posts: 843	You can get the factory part but you otta get the hazard light and pass air bag sensor too there different part number this is what I did I have a pic of mine in my gallery I can't post the link on my iPad

10-03-2011, 01:18 AM	#4 (permalink)
Tyrod Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sunny Central Florida Posts: 65	Go to Best Buy, I'm sure they'll convince ya you need one.

10-03-2011, 04:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
romiata Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,256	There are a lot of in dash navigation units to choose from. Do some homework and I'm sure you'll find what your looking for. I went with a Pioneer Avic Z110bt. It has DVD, the navi is built in (not a separate unit), Pandora from my iPhone, Bluetooth, mic'd for voice controls, SD card for photos or music..... Basically everything I might need. Night & Day DVD I bought it used on Craigslist: New $1400; used $400. Install kit was $29 and I had a buddy at BestBuy install it for almost nothing. Good luck!

10-03-2011, 04:47 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tyrod Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sunny Central Florida Posts: 65	A lot of folks complain about the nav portion of proprietary GPSs. Wandering around Amazon's selection of in dash GPS/receivers. I found there are alot fewer complaints about GPS/nav that integrate well known GPS/nav receivers. Sony, for instance, uses Tom Tom for their GPS/nav units and updates are readily available, although expensive. On the other hand, I just bought a Garmin mobile unit for less than $150 with lifetime map updates. When I get my CR-Z I'll prolly use the Sony XNV-660BT. Amazon has it listed with an included reverse cam for less than $600. It doesn't support all the fancy iphone/ipad applications (which in many cases don't work well anyway) but it does support bluetooth. Amazon.com: Package: Brand New Sony Xnv-660bt 6.1" Multimedia Touchscreen Double Din In-dash DVD Receiver with Navigation + Night Vision Back up Camera: Electronics

10-04-2011, 01:01 AM	#7 (permalink)
B-rad Supporting Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: aurora, il Posts: 843