willf

Just about every S I have looked at (for sale) has the standard head unit installed - I am looking for choices for good replacements that retain the functionality of the steering controls (if possible)

So cmon chaps, what you got?

lovegroova

Doing a search would help, and also check the electronics forum. https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showforum=26

However, there are several alternatives for controlling most makes of car stereo, Halfords sell them as well as the internet car audio places.

Most people use the Alpine HUs as they make unit that lets you use the dash controls.

I have an Alpine 9887R which is excellent, other popular choices are the iPod controlling IDA-X series.

Plastic Sith

It's been said many a time before but Alpine IDA X-100 and modifry DCI is a fine pairing.

Like Ricky and Bianca.

willf

Cheers both - can I ask wtf is a DCI? :-)

Plastic Sith

Dashboard Control Interface.

The modifry one adds additional functionality to the standard dash controls too!

http://www.modifry.com/products/dci/index.htm

Shiskine

Or you can try the interface supplier in my sig ...

willf

Thanks for the link - is the infra red DCI the one to go for, or the wired varient? Cant see any prices - I assume they are cheaper than the Alpine option?

blue monster

I asked the same question before I got mine - Alpine IDA X-100 and modifry DCI. Wired seemed to be the way to go

Plastic Sith

I opted for the wired one personally.

Also the plug'n play harness makes it a doddle to fit.

Bob @ modifry was a top bloke to deal with. My first DCI didn't work and he replaced it with no fuss.

MUG3N

I will be selling mine shortly, an Alpine IDA-X100 modifry wired DCI with optional harness & SCV and 2GB Ipod Nano you can leave in the car, PM me if you are interested.