Original Becker Stereo
 

I have a 1988 560SL that came with an aftermarket Pioneer CD Stereo. I would like to know what model Becker Radio was originally installed when the car was new. Also where can I buy an original replacement?

Thank You,
JK

Try these folks:

http://www.beckerautosound.com/Classic/index.htm

They also do exchange/repairs for later models.

230/8

It came with a Becker Grand Prix Electronic and was AM/FM with a tape player. You might try eBay.

David

A quick ebay search shows several similar models, so I looked more closely at mine. It is a 'BE 0780', also out of an '88 560sl. Here is one on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RECONDITIONED-MERCEDES-GRAND-PRIX-BECKER-780-OEM-RADIO_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem260142880833QQitemZ260142880833

That's the one that my 1984 300D has in it.

http://i10.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/ab/f2/51fe_1.JPG

These radios may have several discrete pieces. The head unit as in the picture above, the receiver which usually mounts in the trunk, and a low frequency power amplifier which is mounted in different places depending on the model of vehicle.

replace with becker? Caution
 

If your present set is working well, consider carefully. I had a original becker repaired fully at becker, paid through the nose and completely crap! I use a sony that plays well and cost less than 1/2 the cost of the becker repair! good luck, Abe G

I Got A Real Nice Grand Prix For 1989 560 Sel From Potomac German Auto. Paid $135.00. The One That It Replaced Made 3 Trips To Becker It Was Still Junk. If You Call Them First They Will Help You. I Think The One In Your Photo Is The Same As I Have. Good Luck.

Thanks to all! I guess I'll keep the Pioneer. Unless I can find a good one with all the original components.

If you plan on never enjoying music on your cruise then I suggest the Becker.

Not necessarily... It really depends on the model of the stereo, the model car, and the year. In the '88 560 at least, it is all self-contained in the head unit.

cheers...