92-96 Stereo intercompatibility?
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Looking to replace the (stolen
) headunit and CD changer out of my 94 ES300, and was wondering which year ES's stereos and CD changers will work in my car. Thanks in advance!
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Just throw an aftermarket head unit in there, and if you really want a cd changer, you can get an aftermarket one also. But if you really want to stick with the original lexus head unit, look on ebay, i think 94-96 is compatible. btw i also have a 94 es, and i have an alpine HU, possibly considering the alpine cd changer. I like the way the alpine looks instead of the old HU, IMO.
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Just throw an aftermarket head unit in there, and if you really want a cd changer, you can get an aftermarket one also. But if you really want to stick with the original lexus head unit, look on ebay, i think 94-96 is compatible. btw i also have a 94 es, and i have an alpine HU, possibly considering the alpine cd changer. I like the way the alpine looks instead of the old HU, IMO. ![Big Grin](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
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So it will cost me more to install the HU I believe, as am not very good with wiring at all. I'll work on an engine all day, but when it comes to wires, I get confused as hell.
What HU would you recommend around the same price range, though?
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Well i love the Alpine i have, its the cda-9851, works real well and has a motorized fold down face, it also lights up blue, which looks nice at night. i payed around $200 for it. Go to www.woofersetc.com , www.cardomain.com/shop , or even www.crutchfield.com . There is a huge selection of HU's at each of those and they all have different prices, find one you like that fits your budget and go for it
. As for the installation, you can go to a professional shop and have them install it, and you might have to pay a little extra $$ for them to fix the wires so your front speakers work, but hey thats all up to you, depends on how you want your system to sound. I personally have professionals install everthing for me so nothing gets messed up. Good luck man and let us know how it goes.
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