Best Alpine stereo fit/look for porsche dash???

[SCWDP911]

Sorry to bore some of you with a stereo opinion question. I am just looking for some options for a new head unit in my 83 cab. I have heard a lot of recommendations for Alpine for their sound quality. What I would like is something that looks stock and still has a better sound. It does not have to be a show stereo system, just sound more decent with the top down. Again, really looking for saomething that fits in nicely with the look and shape of the dash/opening. I would prefer a cassette player that also has a CD changer controller function. Older units are OK as long as I could find another one that works. I had an old pioneer that woulkd be perfect, but sold it years ago. I also want one that has amber display color. in-dash cd player would be 2nd choice.

Pics would be nice as well.

Thanks.

[Joe Bob]

I just removed a good, working Alpine and 6 disc CD changer that mounts in the trunk. It's at my stereo guys shop.

samladd57@yahoo.com send him an email ahd he can take some pics. I also have another cartridge for fast change on the CD unit.

I went with a newer Pioneer with IPOD and hands free bluetooth for my cell phone.

[SCWDP911]

Thanks Mlke,

I sent him an email just now. BTW, any idea when you will be back in the graphics business?

Shane

[Joe Bob]

Proabably July.....my cutter is on an extended vacation.....

[RallyJon]

You can still get the 9835 on Ebay. It has the excellent black and white display and is about as subtle as Alpine gets. The 9835 does have a bit of a cult following, so prices on used ones in excellent condition can be high.

[Moses]

Originally posted by mikez
Proabably July.....my cutter is on an extended vacation.....

Jail again?

[Joe Bob]

Mmmmmm, yeah. Looks like it. He has an issue and it keeps haunting him. The local DA is a bit of a stickler for "rules".....they can't convict Michael Jackson but they will screw someone for not getting a change of address in to the probation office ontime.

At least that's the story I'm getting.....he's a nice guy, but lives in a garage apartment next to his Momz house. My cutter and laptop are there and he has the "key" to the software. I have some stock left but my custom stuff is down for the count.

You would think a guy in his 40s would be a bit more....responsible. At least in the County facility he's clean and sober. LAst time he went up, I used one of his assistants....worked out OK....then he moved to Florida.....

End of Thread Hijack.

[buttjoint]

I have a alpine 7863 with remote controllI will sell for $250 Jim

[911boost]

Unfortunately the newer Alpines have red backlighting. I just got one for my Tahoe. I have the exact same model, but last years for the 911 and the backlighting in the same color as the dash. I will get the number off it for you.

No tape deck though.

[PSJoyce]

I recently purchased a Nakamichi CD-400, based on its looks and good recommendations here. I haven’t had time to install it yet, but it should look at home in my 85’s dash. It has amber lighting, switchable to green. It’s the project for the weekend.

Paul

[porsche930dude]

Its probrobly not for you but mine is a jvc chamelion its an older model. I love it because its very trick. When its off its just a flat balck panel and when its on the knobs and things fold out and it lights up and everything. Iv never seen anythng like it since i got it probrobly 6 years ago. It doesnt support i pod or even mp3 format discs but ya know.. just thought you might like to know its out there. plus it fits perfect in the 911 dash

[mede8er]

Radio delete...single out = mono, dual out = stereo....

[porsche930dude]

i prefer loud stereo and loud exhaust windows down. That way you can hear the exhaust tone but all the creaks and rattles are drowned out by the stereo