MoeDDS

Has anyone replaced the stereo/infotainment system in their car? If yes, what replacement did you go with and were you able to get Apple car play with the new unit. Thank you.

miami08VETTE

There is only one replacement system and replaces the complete OE system. It's posted on the forums but have not seen any update from the vendor in a while.

Flame Red

Not sure which of these you mean.

If you mean replaced with an aftermarket stereo - then you are going to loose the ability to change the car settings. There are a couple of units that replace the unit with an android based system but they all loose your ability to change any of the car's settings through the display.

If you mean add Carplay/AA to your existing stereo, yes that can be upgraded. You then retain the ability to change all the same car settings as currently. Talk to Mr. Anthony Brush of MVI.com and he will set you up. You can then use a wireless dongle for either AA/Carplay also.

Third choice is to use something like NavTool that can provide you other features like front camera support and you can "add" AA/CarPlay but it is not as integrated as the previous two options. But it is easier to install and less expensive.

I went with #2 and #3.

Jeff T.

I just purchased new modules to upgrade my 2014 from White Automotive & Media Services, WAMS. Installation set for the weekend.

UpNorthC7

Jeff, I'd be interested in how that works out for you. Are you doing the install yourself?

JIM EVANS

i used the infotaintment system upgrade.. you replace the two boxes on on the left and right side of the vehicle.. I did not lose any functions.. now has androild car play made gps voice activated.. very happy with the product lt side module is easy to replace the one on the right is a little more work to get to and install about and hour and half .. to install..

0DashLynx

What are you trying to gain by replacing the factory radio

Vetteman Jack

Will follow this to see what products are used and eventual end results are attained.

corvettezman

I've used MVI in my last 2015 C7 with no issues. It's a factory upgrade where you retain all functions but your HMI and another module will be replaced with a newer version to get AA/ ACP. You also replace the USB port in the center console.
Worked like a charm. Not too difficult to install.

It is also plug and play. No dealer programming needed. They ship the parts to you already programmed to your VIN.

Pricey but OEM.

vetterich

I upgraded my 2014 about a month ago and couldn't be happier with the results. Install took me about an hour and half. Got mine from White. https://www.whiteautoandmedia.com/pr...-retrofit-kit/. Since the GM nav is not being updated anymore I didn't get the nav version. It was about $650. The install is fairly simple but I've been working on vettes since I was 16 so it's been a few years. This you tube install video was very helpful.
The only thing I would add to his install is that when you are installing the new unit under the passenger floor board make sure you have that little hook tool that you use for the USB hub, to snap the new unit into place. You just can't get your hands in there.

I have a wireless adaptor plugged into the USB behind the screen and the whole new system works great. If you have Sirius radio you will have to call them to get the new radio online.

0DashLynx

It's certainly a pricey upgrade and also it's worth considering where those modules originated from. They could have come from cars in junkyards or even flooded vehicles, which raises concerns about reliability. If the unit fails within six months, it could affect vital features since many functions pass through these modules.

Additionally, if you opt for a plug-in wireless adapter, you won't be utilizing the built-in CarPlay within your radio anymore. Instead, you'll revert to the Chinese wireless CarPlay module, undoing the entire upgrade.

Jaykoh-Z51

https://infotainment.com/?gad_source...xoClUMQAvD_BwE

I did the upgrade from these guys about 4 years ago. LOVE it. Seemless operation and looks...well, IS pretty much an OEM upgrade. CarPlay works perfectly. The ONLY thing you lose is steering whee phonel control. I never used that any way.

0DashLynx

Or add our product and don't lose anything for fraction of the cost

Olden Slowe

I didn’t replace the factory radio, but I did install a NavTool 6 module in my 2015 zo back in Feb which maintained all factory features and functions but also gave me front camera, wireless CarPlay, and phone screen mirroring via usb/hdmi adapter cable. It also permits left and right lane camera but I have not yet connected those.

corvettezman

I lost no features or operations with mine at all. Seemless !!
I would go back to the vendor and ask why.

MoeDDS

Really what I would like to do is find a way to upgrade system to Apple Car Play. After thinking about, I realize replacing the physical system would be very difficult because of how the screen goes up and down.

MoeDDS

Thank you all for your responses and help. Greatly appreciated!

Olden Slowe

Adding wireless Apple CarPlay and a front view camera were the 2 main purposes I had when installing the NavTool 6 module. The phone screen mirroring and ability to add side cameras were just nice “extra” features to have that I wasn’t specifically seeking.

SounderMN

Link?

corvettezman

I have asked for that many times.
Crickets.