Volvo upgrade units?

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Post 671725 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 19:20:05

I have the standard v40 head unit in the car. Is it possible to get something 'Volvo issued' better that can play CDs without jumping all over the place when driving, and perhaps something with Bluetooth and/or USB connection? Failing this ill just go after market and look into a box to fit under the head unit.

Post 671731 by bongodave on 2013-12-20 19:40:05

I just got this for mine and plugged it into rear lighter with 8gig stick in. Tune it to radio pre-set. Honestly thought it would be cack, despite feeling a tad cheap it works a treat. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320891440278?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

Post 671733 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 19:43:01

As tempting as that sounds, it takes up my charging point for the iPhone haha! Thanks for your suggestion though

Post 671741 by jdavis on 2013-12-20 19:48:05

Do they not do a 'grom' for your HU?

Post 671747 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 19:54:56

Even if I got one of them mate, I'd still have the issue regarding the CDs jumping due to uneven roads.

Post 671754 by JUDGENINJA on 2013-12-20 20:01:38

I just went for an aftermarket one with hands free etc.

Post 671757 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 20:03:21

[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;671754]I just went for an aftermarket one with hands free etc.[/QUOTE] Is it the double din ones I need to get?

Post 671765 by volvokid on 2013-12-20 20:07:36

[QUOTE=RichT4;671747]Even if I got one of them mate, I'd still have the issue regarding the CDs jumping due to uneven roads.[/QUOTE] It must be a cd player issue. I would have to hit my dash in order for it to jump.

Post 671774 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 20:13:10

[QUOTE=volvokid;671765]It must be a cd player issue. I would have to hit my dash in order for it to jump.[/QUOTE] I did wonder, because aren't these units meant to withstand bumps?

Post 671776 by volvokid on 2013-12-20 20:15:12

I know when my dad bought his 850 he had to change the alpine cd changer in the boot because it would jump. The V40 stereo was bullet proof in mine. Call volvo and get a price for an exchange.

Post 671778 by JUDGENINJA on 2013-12-20 20:16:19

[QUOTE=RichT4;671757]Is it the double din ones I need to get?[/QUOTE] No just one off the shelf in Halfords... I'm not proud!

Post 671781 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 20:19:05

[QUOTE=volvokid;671776]I know when my dad bought his 850 he had to change the alpine cd changer in the boot because it would jump. The V40 stereo was bullet proof in mine. Call volvo and get a price for an exchange.[/QUOTE] Didn't realise they do exchanges, so what's this 'grom' unit all about?

Post 671783 by volvokid on 2013-12-20 20:21:41

Yeah some are more expensive than others. The P2R cost a fortune. I exchanged one in the saffy because it wouldn't play copys. Turns out that hu doesnt play copys doh...

Post 671784 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 20:22:10

Mine plays copies

Post 671788 by bongodave on 2013-12-20 20:25:00

[QUOTE=RichT4;671733]As tempting as that sounds, it takes up my charging point for the iPhone haha! Thanks for your suggestion though[/QUOTE] There's usb built in you plug ipod straight to for charging. Prob also 2 lighters in car.

Post 671797 by volvokid on 2013-12-20 20:33:53

[QUOTE=RichT4;671784]Mine plays copies[/QUOTE] In a p1 v70? When you dont drive the car you forget stuff. I forgot there are certain copied disks it can play.

Post 671798 by volvokid on 2013-12-20 20:35:07

[QUOTE=bongodave;671788]There's usb built in you plug ipod straight to for charging. Prob also 2 lighters in car.[/QUOTE] There is only one in the v40s

Post 671805 by RichT4 on 2013-12-20 20:41:57

2001 v40

Post 671813 by bongodave on 2013-12-20 20:50:37

Still chargeable of unit. For 4 quid I bought it expecting a bin-shot after opening, but it pretty good with no noticeable sound loss. Best 4 quid I spent for a while anyways. :pimp2: