Throwing a Continental into a Mercedes - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Simpler=Better · #16 04-04-2017, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by okyoureabeast

I am planning on buying one of these in the near future to replace my Becker. They look really nice and the bluetooth makes me drool.

If someone has a tip on fixing the cassette player on a Becker let me know! I hate listening to regular radio.

You can usually gut the assembly and install an aux port and/or bluetooth in it's place. I have a 'SoundBot SB360' unit wired into the Jeep's factory radio like that. $20 and I have crystal clear sleek bluetooth.

86-300sdl · #17 04-04-2017, 11:32 AM

This last year, after much searching and a couple of other model tries, I went with the Pioneer 80-PRS.

Becker is now stored in the attic, along with the stock SDL head lamps replaced by euros.

If your looking for great sound + all the current bells and whistles, take a look.

The model allows you to process signals to fit the acoustics of the car with crossovers, 16 EQ specific HZ bands , Auto time alignment, etc. Something the W126's acoustics really need. Has a semi retro look. All stock speaker loclocations (dash & rear deck). No cutting.

PM me and I'll send you the build specs including speaker upgrades (not the big box store commercial types). All surprisingly very reasonably priced.

Maxbumpo · #18 04-04-2017, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Simpler=Better

You can usually gut the assembly and install an aux port and/or bluetooth in it's place. I have a 'SoundBot SB360' unit wired into the Jeep's factory radio like that. $20 and I have crystal clear sleek bluetooth.

How did you connect the 3.5mm jack? Did the Jeep already have the aux input jack?

I guess one could ship their Becker to Becker Auto Sound to have them install the aux input, and then use this SoundBot to get the Bluetooth functionality.

BirthdayBenz · #19 04-04-2017, 11:56 AM

Whatever you do don't toss out the Becker. I was looking on Ebay and the Becker Grandprix that is in my 85 wagon is $300-$400.

I think the ridiculous price is because they were also offered in 80's Porsches and the value of anything that has to do with a Porsche from the 80's is five times what it should be.