Civic Type R 2005 Aftermarket radio

TypeRWife · Dec 10, 2017

I want to surprise my husband for his birthday. I was wondering if you could recommend an aftermarket radio for his civic. I know he would like something that will allow him to connect to his phone. Help, lost what is the best suited & tested? Thanks in advance.

Azazl187 · Dec 10, 2017

You would be better off nipping down to Halfords and seeing what they have to offer. Hopefully you will have a store local that will have someone that knows what they are talking about. You haven't given us alot to go on im afraid such as budget and features.

TypeRWife · Dec 10, 2017

I've got a budget of £100-£150. I'm not really good with technology and don't know what options he will need. If it can be a radio, hands free phone and anything more? I think he would like it to fit the style of car. It doesn't have to be touchscreen. Something easy to fit and compatible with his civic.

jimbodeeni · Dec 11, 2017

Love the username :)

A double din looks much better IMO

I have a slightly upgraded version of this:

http://www.halfords.com/technology/...-car-stereo?_br_psugg_q=double+din+car+stereo

But it does a good job, that one is top end of your budget, the reviews dont seem the best on that specific one on halfords, but mine works great.

I have also had one of these and was more than adequate but no touch screen

http://www.halfords.com/technology/car-audio/car-stereos/pioneer-fh-x730bt-car-stereo

TypeRWife · Dec 11, 2017

Thanks Jim! I'll check out those links. I was looking at a Kenwood DPX-7000DAB Digital+ Car Stereo but wasn't sure if compatible with Honda? I was so lost, even had to look up difference between single and double din. Lol

jimbodeeni · Dec 11, 2017

Yes that will be compatible, that is a better model than the second one I listed.

Some double DIN headunits will want a fascia to tidy them up, but some seem to fit better without.

Here is a picture of an older kenwood unit very similar I had in the past:

TypeRWife · Dec 11, 2017

Thanks again. It really helps seeing what it could look like when fitted.

Allen_ · Dec 11, 2017

Would he be offended with second hand? I have one I was about to put up for sale.

Is he using iPhone or Android?

Daz6 · Dec 12, 2017

Remember you will also need a fascia kit and wiring harness, something like the connects2 one if you want the steering wheel controls to still work

TypeRWife · Dec 12, 2017

What a shame, I've just placed the kenwood on order. I'm sure someone else will be looking to change radio for Christmas. Good luck!

TypeRWife · Dec 12, 2017

Thanks Daz! I know they put some wires aside for me to collect when pick up radio. Will check my receipt if same ones you mentioned.