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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 08:02 PM
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I'm looking to buy those items and was wondering where you guys recommend?
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Crutchfield is a good place if you are looking at a lower priced unit ($150 or so). They are bullet-proof reliable, with great service, and include the wiring harness, dash kit, and antenna adapter that typically add about $40. They also have great deals on occaisional clearance or closeout.

Sounddomain is also very good.

You might still be able to find some deals on 05 closeouts. Models are replaced every year by the major brands and often times you can get a very good deal. Sometimes the new models only add something you don't need, or are even worse. Shop around.
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Thanks for the info! I just came across onlinecarstereo.com, is that place any good?
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yeah online stereo.com is good and you will find that the same head units are usually cheaper than crutchfield

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There are cheaper places than Crutchfield. In fact it is very rare for them to have the best price. Like I said they are most competetive for lower priced head units because of the freebies.

But if they are even within 10% of another site I would go with them, the customer service is amazing.

I've also had good luck with etronics, but they are not a authorized reseller and I suspect their customer service would be much worse than crutchfield. I have never had any problems with them, it is just a feel.
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