I'm considering getting a DVD system like the Avic-Z1 (which includes Navigation, though Navigation isn't necessary, just something that'd be nice) or a similar in-dash DVD + CD player.

I wanted to see pictures of how many of them integrate into the Cobalt's dash, since I don't want my dash to look bad.

So, any pics you find on the internet, or any pics of installations you have, would be much appreciated.

Also, any good/bad experiences or recommendations for a specific player would be appreciated.

Thanks for the help!


EDIT: Mods, please move to Audio and Video, I clicked the wrong board, sorry.

 

Good thread. I also want to see some.

 

Heres my DVD flip out its good enough for me

 

I like the blue trim. How'd you do it?

 

Just painted it with the same color paint as the car

 

I did my trim orange

 

hmm.. I might have to try that.

 

thats about it for right now. i love the screen. and i love playing ps2 when im waiting for some one. and i plan to paint the trim pice silver to match the rest of the trim pices

 

I saw this and thought of doing something similar but now I going with Pioneer double DIN.

 

Now that 1 is nice!

 

I agree....that's a nice set-up.

I would mount the air controls somewhere else though.

 

I love my clarion...no external decoder...all contained in the dash...comes ipod ready so you can store your ipod anywhere and use the touch screen controls to operate it...playstation hooks up real easy...don't have pics with me in Iraq but will send some if you want when I get home...let me know

 

i like it but i would not want to have to open the glove box to change the temp. would be nicer to put the radio in the center place ware the heated seat buttons are (on the cobalts with the heated seats.)

 

I was trying to get a pic but this is likely what I am going to get........

Pioneer AVIC-Z1 DVD/30GB Hard Drive Navigation/7" LCD

In-dash DVD player/navigation system with built-in amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
Fits double-sized dash openings
Motorized 7" video screen with touch-panel controls
Turn-by-turn map and voice guidance
Built-in 30GB hard drive performs all navigation functions
Stores up to 10GB of music files
Voice command capability; microphone included
Text-to-speech technology announces the names of most roads
Learning capability: remembers frequently traveled roads and suggests familiar routes
Smart routing algorithm takes data such as posted speed limits and number of turns into account to suggest the most efficient route possible
Plays DVDs, DVD-R/RWs, DVD+R/RWS, CDs, CD-R/RWs, and MP3/WMA discs
Navigation antenna included
Nearly 11 million points of interest
Roadside Assistance display
64MB internal memory
3-band parametric EQ
XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio-ready (subscription also required)
Compatible with Pioneer's iPod interface adapter, Bluetooth adapter, and DVD/CD changer
Audio/video input
Rear-view camera input
Front, rear, and subwoofer preamp outputs
Tri-zone capable
Supertuner IIID AM/FM tuner
18 FM/6 AM presets
Designed for use with "Region 1" coded DVDs
Warranty: Onlinecarstereo.com 1 Year warranty.

 

How much yours shermen including install?

 

1403.94 at ABCwarhouse. but im gonna change it to a dubble din in like a month. i just got a job at abcwarehouse. and im gonna get crazy discounts on last years stuff. the maniger said up to 75% on some things.

 

so shermen u gonna hook us up here?

 

define hook up?


but yeah im gonna im gonna have the audio installers build me a custom box that i desizned last night. im kinda excited. gonna have SS in red vinal in their some ware and some neons and that sorts stuff. but it will look nice. ill post it up when i get it done.

 

That Pioneer Z1 unit is the one I wanted too. If one of you guys get that installed, show us some pics and give a review.

 

Ahh so much money . I figured it would be around there though.

 

I must be old and you guys must be young, because why the hell do you want a dvd or playstation in your car? You can't use it while your driving and if you can afford it your not homeless. I definitely don't want to drive around so someone else can finish their movie or play a game. I really don't get it

 

It just looks hot!

Can have music videos going as well.

I'm not getting a dvd screen though, just a sick deck

 

I rarely change the temp controls so having it in the glovebox wouldnt bother me.

 

i put a playstation in my car so that..............................




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o yeah had one a old broken one laying around bought a $10 lazer on ebay and fixed it. then one morning (around 3:30AM) i decided to put in under the passenger seat. also being i had an old power inverter laying around also, it is located under the passenger seat (soon to be relocated to hidden in the center countsol.

 

i totally agree!!!!!!!!! a dvd player in a car is ******* stupid unless you have a long roadtrip suv with headsets for kids and others in the back seat... its just more distraction from the road for others.. oh and ur not the old guy hating these... im 20 and i think they are stupid... buti will say they do look really nice in our cars...its just not for me