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05-08-2014, 10:16 PM
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 Drives: 2013 BRM 2LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Tampa, FL
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Concerned about buying with an aftermarket radio already installed
Looking at this 2012 that has an aftermarket radio already installed. My concerns are not knowing the quality of the install and losing any functionality that the factory radio would have provided.
Any thoughts on what I should be looking for and/or questions I should ask the dealer? Also, anybody have any idea what model this is and the quality of the unit? Looks to be a Pioneer, |
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05-08-2014, 10:20 PM
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   Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS BRM LS3 Join Date: Jan 2013
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Good lord, that thing is ugly.
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05-08-2014, 10:23 PM
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I'm an Engineer
Drives: 2019 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012
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Run away...run fast.
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05-08-2014, 10:26 PM
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That think looks hideous! Stay away.. My gosh that can' t be the only Camaro in your area, is it? If so run for the hills!
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05-08-2014, 10:59 PM
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Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Wisconsin
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My first reaction...
 ...... That thing is ugly!!! Not to mention the Toyota style HVAC readouts on top. 
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05-08-2014, 11:04 PM
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Drives: 10 Camaro 2SS/RS, 70 Cuda, 71 Cuda Join Date: Jan 2010
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at least it plays cd's but not a big fan. I believe on the stereo case/encloser there is another made that is closer to original for heater and ac controls.
How is everything else on the car? How is the price, color, ect if everything else is good don't let the stereo be the reason to stop you.
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05-08-2014, 11:07 PM
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Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2013
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You will probably lose some vehicle settings/personalization.
Look on page 6. http://www.chevrolet.com/content/dam...20999251_A.pdf |
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05-09-2014, 12:44 AM
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well, they done ruined a perfectly fine automobile. What a tragedy
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05-09-2014, 05:26 AM
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Drives: 2013 1LS, 2013 Ram 1500 Join Date: Mar 2013
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scoche and metra make the aftermarket radio dash kits. thats a metra. if installed correctly you dont loose any functions. go look in the audio/video section of the forum and ask the question there. you will get answers from people that have actually had one.
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05-09-2014, 05:59 AM
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      Drives: 2012 camaro Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: central VA
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if your buying from a dealership, tell them you want a stock radio in there an then you'll buy. if private party, ask if they have the original.
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05-09-2014, 06:06 AM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011
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Buy a Certified Pre-Owned Camaro. When you buy "used", it's already enough of a risk putting one's money on the line.
I CRINGE every time I read a thread where someone states they modded something and can't get a part back on, it won't fit properly or it makes a noise. Who knows what may be faulty with any "used" car and just waiting to go bad. CPO is guaranteed accident-free and un-modified. 1 year bumper to bumper, 2 year warranty w. 4 oil changes and tire rotations. Your money and peace-of-mind will go a lot further.
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05-09-2014, 06:19 AM
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Drives: 2021 Camaro 2SS1LE, 6 spd.man., Ora Join Date: Nov 2012
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Actually that looks like a pretty nice radio. Test drive the car and test the radio before you completely dismiss it. You may actually like the 'aftermarket' gizmo.
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05-09-2014, 06:35 AM
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Drives: 2010 2 SS Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: Georgia
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Looks tacky as hell. Ask em if they want to sell it put in a stock radio.
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05-09-2014, 07:03 AM
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Drives: 2013 BRM 2LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2012
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