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Title: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 10, 2013, 12:03:45 am
Im after a double din facia, but i dont want it to look to out of place. Have you got any pictures of yours? And where did you get it from, price etc?
Thanking you  :happy2:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: Polo6n1600i on May 10, 2013, 05:48:40 pm
Mine:-

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi17.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb58%2Fmrdubstyle%2Fimage-19.jpg&hash=d98eedd9a82d66d680fee1463d732157d32c0783)

From autoleads - think it was £9.99 on ebay
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 10, 2013, 06:14:38 pm
Whats the plastic match like? Does it look out of place?
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: Polo6n1600i on May 10, 2013, 08:41:23 pm
Yeah it's pretty close match
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 10, 2013, 10:57:13 pm
Awesome cheers bud :happy2:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: S4nup on May 10, 2013, 11:02:08 pm
The Connects2 fascia is a good match as well. I used the kit for my Kenwood double din same texture and shade.

Will post a picture tomorrow
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 10, 2013, 11:18:50 pm
I've bought a great one that's a single piece so you don't get the extra square edge around the stereo, waiting for it to arrive from the USA, will post some pictures when I get it and fit my Kenwood in it.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 10, 2013, 11:19:52 pm
The Connects2 fascia is a good match as well. I used the kit for my Kenwood double din same texture and shade.

Will post a picture tomorrow
I've bought a great one that's a single piece so you don't get the extra square edge around the stereo, waiting for it to arrive from the USA, will post some pictures when I get it and fit my Kenwood in it.

Awesome cheers guys, keen for these piccies! :happy2:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 10, 2013, 11:35:59 pm
Skip through to 18min 30 secs in this video and you'll see what I've ordered.  I think the single piece facia looks great.

Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: S4nup on May 11, 2013, 12:01:12 am
That looks good! The connects2 does use the headunits trim piece, but its a nice fit. I was in a rush so I got that from CarAudioSecurity.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: GTI-Ross on May 11, 2013, 12:46:22 am
going to be honest....you might a well just buy mine mate.....

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,66274.msg730160.html#msg730160

Its the bomb  :signLOL:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 11, 2013, 08:02:34 am
going to be honest....you might a well just buy mine mate.....

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,66274.msg730160.html#msg730160

Its the bomb  :signLOL:

Nice little sales pitch!  :grin:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: S4nup on May 11, 2013, 11:04:11 am
Here's mine, still need to adjust it a bit to get it to sit perfectly flush
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F05%2F11%2Feneqy2yd.jpg&hash=5336830ff742b2347f88d55c72f810e8fb02e3ad)

Here's a close up to show the colour differences with the plastics. The inside trim is the kenwood one, the middle trim is the connects2 kit and obviously the outer trim is the dash.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F05%2F11%2Fameru7av.jpg&hash=d67f215eda5aa74cfe117fdc43c6ff4c68f1448f)
The connects2 is a pretty good match, the kenwood isn't too bad, slightly lighter shade.

Hope this helps
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: PatchySan on May 11, 2013, 02:02:26 pm
I used the Connects2 CT23VW07 Double DIN fascia in mine, a bit pricey but I think the results are great in the end as it fits flush. I had to improvise on securing the unit to the cage as it didn't come with the correct screws oddly but I had some spares which just fit luckily.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patchysan.net%2Fimages%2FGolf%2Fpioneer-golfgrace001.jpg&hash=adf417c4350d2de632b8b25da5255e90ebd9de26)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patchysan.net%2Fimages%2FGolf%2Fpioneer-golfgrace002.jpg&hash=470a250058a34edb08e5911bb8b71b2d02dc9793)

I got mine from this ebay seller (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/350586403346?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/350586403346?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)), hope this helps.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 11, 2013, 05:21:16 pm
Awesome thanks for the help guys! Helping me out loads

going to be honest....you might a well just buy mine mate.....

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,66274.msg730160.html#msg730160

Its the bomb  :signLOL:

Cracking sales pitch there mate, i may take you up on it :happy2:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: Squeeguk on May 12, 2013, 10:34:52 am
Or you can get a custom fascia made, like I did for this Vauxhall Astra Twintop with an Alpine ICS-X8. Surround was all blended in to match the radio and the fascia and then sprayed a high gloss piano black. Finished off with a wet sand and machine polish to get the smooth high gloss finish I was after.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi63.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fh147%2Fsqueeguk%2F20130510_155655.jpg&hash=8ea2023016e67b7a576c801cfb4b018100569478) (http://s63.photobucket.com/user/squeeguk/media/20130510_155655.jpg.html)

Not the greatest picture. Will try and take a better one with a proper camera next time car comes back for the sub box in the boot.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: skard on May 12, 2013, 11:15:21 am
Do VW not do a genuine fascia that will be colour matched to the dash?
i know SEAT do two types (OEM NAVI with rounded edges, and aftermarket rectangular type) which are colour matched to your dash.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 12, 2013, 04:00:42 pm
Squeeguk - that fascia looks great!  :congrats: i may look into doing this, looks superb!

SKARD - i like the sound of that, no doubt its crazy money from VW themselves!
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: sengh on May 13, 2013, 08:14:14 am
I have a kenwood one similar to the auto lead posted in the earlier post. It's rubberised and look very oem I'm selling it if any ones interested.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 13, 2013, 10:09:33 am
I have a kenwood one similar to the auto lead posted in the earlier post. It's rubberised and look very oem I'm selling it if any ones interested.

Pics and price?
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 13, 2013, 10:11:21 am
Skip through to 18min 30 secs in this video and you'll see what I've ordered.  I think the single piece facia looks great.



That one is awesome, whered you get it?

It seems im spoilt for choice
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 13, 2013, 11:49:41 am
Skip through to 18min 30 secs in this video and you'll see what I've ordered.  I think the single piece facia looks great.



That one is awesome, whered you get it?

It seems im spoilt for choice

I bought it from Enfig Car Stereo in the USA (http://www.enfigcarstereo.com) I got a $10 off code in April + postage was about $90... converted to £59.35 on my credit card.  I've had to page £8.41 import tax plus £8 customs handling fee so in total was £75.76

It's being delivered on Thursday by Parcelforce so I guess at the end of the week I can tell you if it's worth the money!!!  :scared:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 17, 2013, 08:09:30 am
Well my Enfig kit arrived from the States yesterday, so guess what'll I'll be doing tomorrow!
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 17, 2013, 09:30:53 am
Well my Enfig kit arrived from the States yesterday, so guess what'll I'll be doing tomorrow!

Awesome keen to see this done :)
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 17, 2013, 01:11:23 pm
Well my Enfig kit arrived from the States yesterday, so guess what'll I'll be doing tomorrow!

Awesome keen to see this done :)

I'll post some pictures... thats on the basis I actually manage to do it without mashing the car up!  :grin:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 18, 2013, 02:32:14 pm
Well it's fitted, 3.5 hours later!  Pretty pleased with it though.

I forgot to take a photo before I started, this is after removing the top of the dash.  The RCD300 and the Parrot CK3100 are going.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fdx6ebg3&hash=fd0b033489e3b384e9e554336e75fd6e8f6cf561)

The Parrot was a bitch to get out.  The main bluetooth module was buried  under the ashtray section of the dash.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fd44dhqz&hash=36234158b2847fc7f37de92fafe34804f4422146)

Eventually the old stuff is out, the new Enfig surround fitted and the Kenwood stereo in with a iPod cable through to the glovebox.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fczeuyum&hash=4a9276467ca41d2d7f54997bb37dd7f5fca91c76)
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 20, 2013, 11:23:29 am
Nice one mate, thats a great looking facia, thatll be the one for me me thinks.


Thanks for the help guys  :drinking:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 20, 2013, 03:13:07 pm
Nice one mate, thats a great looking facia, thatll be the one for me me thinks.


Thanks for the help guys  :drinking:

Well it's a little expensive importing from the USA but its a great kit. Side brackets have tiny adjustments so you can get the head unit perfectly positioned and the colour match is very good. Just make sure you go for the matte black version!
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: MightyMullet on May 20, 2013, 05:13:54 pm
Nice one mate, thats a great looking facia, thatll be the one for me me thinks.


Thanks for the help guys  :drinking:

Well it's a little expensive importing from the USA but its a great kit. Side brackets have tiny adjustments so you can get the head unit perfectly positioned and the colour match is very good. Just make sure you go for the matte black version!

ideal, thanks for the advice :happy2:
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: wellhouse on May 20, 2013, 05:35:45 pm
I used the Connects2 CT23VW07 Double DIN fascia in mine, a bit pricey but I think the results are great in the end as it fits flush. I had to improvise on securing the unit to the cage as it didn't come with the correct screws oddly but I had some spares which just fit luckily.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patchysan.net%2Fimages%2FGolf%2Fpioneer-golfgrace001.jpg&hash=adf417c4350d2de632b8b25da5255e90ebd9de26)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.patchysan.net%2Fimages%2FGolf%2Fpioneer-golfgrace002.jpg&hash=470a250058a34edb08e5911bb8b71b2d02dc9793)

I got mine from this ebay seller (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/350586403346?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/350586403346?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)), hope this helps.

got to agree, they cost a bit more but really look oem, i'm happy with mine.
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: wellhouse on May 20, 2013, 05:39:54 pm
Well it's fitted, 3.5 hours later!  Pretty pleased with it though.

I forgot to take a photo before I started, this is after removing the top of the dash.  The RCD300 and the Parrot CK3100 are going.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fdx6ebg3&hash=fd0b033489e3b384e9e554336e75fd6e8f6cf561)

The Parrot was a bitch to get out.  The main bluetooth module was buried  under the ashtray section of the dash.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fd44dhqz&hash=36234158b2847fc7f37de92fafe34804f4422146)

Eventually the old stuff is out, the new Enfig surround fitted and the Kenwood stereo in with a iPod cable through to the glovebox.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fczeuyum&hash=4a9276467ca41d2d7f54997bb37dd7f5fca91c76)

bet you had fun getting all those cable back, it was hard enough without the parrot kit
Title: Re: Double din facia?
Post by: f1fan on May 20, 2013, 06:19:03 pm
bet you had fun getting all those cable back, it was hard enough without the parrot kit

First time was a little tricky, but soon got the hang of it.  Took it out and refitted it a second time to get the head unit sunk back a bit rather than being proud.  Had to take it out again yesterday as I hadn't hooked up the speed sensor cable so videos wouldn't play!  It's a lot easier to fit without all the Parrot rubbish in the way!