GPS inserted in the dashboard? - The Ford Focus Forum

**BoomBoy** · 07-25-2008, 06:05 PM

I would like a GPS in the replacement of the stereo. I don't need the stereo. I would like to remove the stereo and insert the GPS in the dashboard so it would look nice and factory like. Where can I find one that would fit in my car?

**focusonfocus** · 07-25-2008, 08:41 PM

i m confused..
you said, you want gps in the dashboard, then what is it got to do with radio??

or if you meant, radio bezel, then why not go with in-dash unit with gps built in??
it plays dvd, plays, fm, cd, and also gps..

for example, alpine with blackbird or kenwood DNX5120..

**screwdiver** · 07-25-2008, 08:54 PM

Get the AVIC from pioneer, in dash nav and DVD.

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PU...ash/AVIC-F90BT

Double din replacement.

They also have fold out versions that are single din.

**2focusd** · 07-25-2008, 09:01 PM

I'd also recommend a built-in unit that does everything. I already have a Garmin GPS, but I may be getting one of these units (it's an Alpine, though I'm unsure of the model number at the moment) fairly soon for a very good price from my buddy

-Brian

**BoomBoy** · 07-25-2008, 11:11 PM

AVIC looks nice. a bit pricey, though. I don't listen to radio nor do i watch any movies while driving. I just want a basic in-dash navigation system. any other options?

**BoomBoy** · 07-25-2008, 11:48 PM

ok i should've knew there is no in-dash navigation system out there that comes without radio. I just want a good and affordable navigation system with big screen. I don't care about other features. I'm looking at this Kenwood DNX7100. Big screen, good navigation. It just looks like what i'm looking for. Although it costs $800, a bit steep than i'd like. I'd like to find one under $500 but i'd pay $600, tops.

**danager** · 07-26-2008, 04:11 AM

Get a Pioneer from EBAY. Make sure they come with valid NAV DVD's.

**focusonfocus** · 07-26-2008, 06:59 PM

$600 budget, pioneer d3 is all i can think of..

**screwdiver** · 07-28-2008, 11:21 PM

or you could just fiberglass a tom tom in there XD. It might be easier to just mount a GPS on the dash.

**laforga9** · 08-17-2008, 04:34 PM

You can install a factory Ford Nav, if that's what you're looking for.
The system that comes on the Fusion and F-150 fits the Focus. I have it on mine (06' ZX4 ST). It works perfectly (even the steering controls).
Just look for it on ebay, you can find around $ 700.00 I guess.

Check the pic on this link:

http://www.focusfanatics.com/gallery...cat=504&page=8

It's mine's pic.

**focituner** · 10-24-2008, 12:01 AM

Are there any out there for 04 model dashes?

**RushPerformance** · 10-24-2008, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by laforga9

You can install a factory Ford Nav, if that's what you're looking for.
The system that comes on the Fusion and F-150 fits the Focus. I have it on mine (06' ZX4 ST). It works perfectly (even the steering controls).
Just look for it on ebay, you can find around $ 700.00 I guess.

Check the pic on this link:

http://www.focusfanatics.com/gallery...cat=504&page=8

It's mine's pic.

I was wondering about this.....

Does it play DVD's too?

**ProjectSedan** · 10-26-2008, 05:55 PM

is there a way to add GPS without that little black thing on the inside or outside the car?

**kipp** · 10-26-2008, 11:42 PM

look at the pioneer avic-f500bt. not the cheapest thing, but it's an "on dash" navigation with bluetooth and ipod controls. can prolly find them for around $500-600

Quote:

Originally Posted by ProjectSedan

is there a way to add GPS without that little black thing on the inside or outside the car?

that's the satallite antenna. you can put in on the front of your dash in a lot of cars, but navi no work without an antenna to recieve signal

**bergj1986** · 11-05-2008, 11:51 AM

Your best bet seems like it would be to just get a portable GPS. I have the Garmin Nuvi 250W and really like it. No crazy installation needed, just a suction cup mount to the windshield and plug the power connector into the cig lighter when the battery starts dieing.

**ProjectSedan** · 11-08-2008, 11:10 AM

come to find out when i talked to the local car audio place. You can hide the antenna under the dash. you just have to make sure that there is no metal above it, and it does magnitize to metal. so finding something metal under there should be that hard to do.

**fordblue03** · 11-08-2008, 09:43 PM

Really???
Well I like Pioneer and prefer alpine too. I also see the dash/windsheild mounted type to be placed more ergonomicly and safer for driving.

**mattellermets** · 11-17-2008, 01:41 AM

I'd go get on an in-car navigation forum... or something like that.

**einarabelc5** · 10-26-2009, 02:30 AM

First to say Hi. I reached this page looking for a GPS mount for my Focus 2007 and after reading this I have to say damn!!

Thank you!!

07-25-2008, 06:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
BoomBoy TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 718	GPS inserted in the dashboard? I would like a GPS in the replacement of the stereo. I don't need the stereo. I would like to remove the stereo and insert the GPS in the dashboard so it would look nice and factory like. Where can I find one that would fit in my car? __________________ Selling: 2007 Liquid Grey Focus ZX5 Mod list: FocusSport Stage 2 Turbo, Magnaflow 2.5" Exhaust, Eibach Sportline Springs, FRPP Dampers, Progress 22mm RSB, Steeda Tri-Ax STS, VF Rear Engine Mount, SVT Rear Brakes, Black EAPs and many more. Look in Classified For Sale forum.

07-25-2008, 08:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
focusonfocus Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: toronto, on Posts: 4,176	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? i m confused.. you said, you want gps in the dashboard, then what is it got to do with radio?? or if you meant, radio bezel, then why not go with in-dash unit with gps built in?? it plays dvd, plays, fm, cd, and also gps.. for example, alpine with blackbird or kenwood DNX5120.. __________________ Advanced MECP certified mobile installer 2000 Kona Dirt. www.cardomain.com/id/focusonfocus

07-25-2008, 08:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
screwdiver Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kunia, HI Posts: 1,505	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? Get the AVIC from pioneer, in dash nav and DVD. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PU...ash/AVIC-F90BT Double din replacement. They also have fold out versions that are single din. __________________ Recon = bad. Ford Focus Hawaii 2003 Black ZX5 Mods: HID, LiveWires, Dirt

07-25-2008, 09:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
2focusd [FJ] Addict Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Uniontown, PA Posts: 15,364	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? I'd also recommend a built-in unit that does everything. I already have a Garmin GPS, but I may be getting one of these units (it's an Alpine, though I'm unsure of the model number at the moment) fairly soon for a very good price from my buddy -Brian __________________ Godspeed, Colin McRae, may you live on forever as the reason countless people fell in love with the Ford Focus (myself included). 1968-2007 '08 Carbon Grey Metallic Hyundai Tuscani GT V6 Early '00 ZX3 - E-spec in progress (Rattletrap) - Gone but not forgotten!

07-25-2008, 11:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
BoomBoy TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 718	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? AVIC looks nice. a bit pricey, though. I don't listen to radio nor do i watch any movies while driving. I just want a basic in-dash navigation system. any other options? __________________ Selling: 2007 Liquid Grey Focus ZX5 Mod list: FocusSport Stage 2 Turbo, Magnaflow 2.5" Exhaust, Eibach Sportline Springs, FRPP Dampers, Progress 22mm RSB, Steeda Tri-Ax STS, VF Rear Engine Mount, SVT Rear Brakes, Black EAPs and many more. Look in Classified For Sale forum.

07-25-2008, 11:48 PM	#6 (permalink)
BoomBoy TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Lusby, MD Posts: 718	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? ok i should've knew there is no in-dash navigation system out there that comes without radio. I just want a good and affordable navigation system with big screen. I don't care about other features. I'm looking at this Kenwood DNX7100. Big screen, good navigation. It just looks like what i'm looking for. Although it costs $800, a bit steep than i'd like. I'd like to find one under $500 but i'd pay $600, tops. __________________ Selling: 2007 Liquid Grey Focus ZX5 Mod list: FocusSport Stage 2 Turbo, Magnaflow 2.5" Exhaust, Eibach Sportline Springs, FRPP Dampers, Progress 22mm RSB, Steeda Tri-Ax STS, VF Rear Engine Mount, SVT Rear Brakes, Black EAPs and many more. Look in Classified For Sale forum.

07-26-2008, 04:11 AM	#7 (permalink)
danager TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 549	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? Get a Pioneer from EBAY. Make sure they come with valid NAV DVD's.

07-26-2008, 06:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
focusonfocus Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: toronto, on Posts: 4,176	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? $600 budget, pioneer d3 is all i can think of.. __________________ Advanced MECP certified mobile installer 2000 Kona Dirt. www.cardomain.com/id/focusonfocus

07-28-2008, 11:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
screwdiver Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kunia, HI Posts: 1,505	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? or you could just fiberglass a tom tom in there XD. It might be easier to just mount a GPS on the dash. __________________ Recon = bad. Ford Focus Hawaii 2003 Black ZX5 Mods: HID, LiveWires, Dirt

08-17-2008, 04:34 PM	#10 (permalink)
laforga9 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? You can install a factory Ford Nav, if that's what you're looking for. The system that comes on the Fusion and F-150 fits the Focus. I have it on mine (06' ZX4 ST). It works perfectly (even the steering controls). Just look for it on ebay, you can find around $ 700.00 I guess. Check the pic on this link: http://www.focusfanatics.com/gallery...cat=504&page=8 It's mine's pic.

10-24-2008, 12:01 AM	#11 (permalink)
focituner TEAM Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: PHILLY, PA Posts: 280	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? Are there any out there for 04 model dashes? __________________ One Guy , One Dream, ....... All FOCUS www.STRICTLYFOCUSED.COM

10-26-2008, 05:55 PM	#13 (permalink)
ProjectSedan TEAM Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USAF: Tinker AFB Posts: 605	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? is there a way to add GPS without that little black thing on the inside or outside the car? __________________ Gone: 2001 Focus LX with a few upgrades 2002 Focus ZX3 w/ custom turbo: parts from Massive and Top Speed, built and tunned by SkidMark Racing

11-05-2008, 11:51 AM	#15 (permalink)
bergj1986 TEAM Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Sunrise, FL Posts: 221	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? Your best bet seems like it would be to just get a portable GPS. I have the Garmin Nuvi 250W and really like it. No crazy installation needed, just a suction cup mount to the windshield and plug the power connector into the cig lighter when the battery starts dieing.

11-08-2008, 11:10 AM	#16 (permalink)
ProjectSedan TEAM Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USAF: Tinker AFB Posts: 605	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? come to find out when i talked to the local car audio place. You can hide the antenna under the dash. you just have to make sure that there is no metal above it, and it does magnitize to metal. so finding something metal under there should be that hard to do. __________________ Gone: 2001 Focus LX with a few upgrades 2002 Focus ZX3 w/ custom turbo: parts from Massive and Top Speed, built and tunned by SkidMark Racing

11-08-2008, 09:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
fordblue03 Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 1,118	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? Really??? Well I like Pioneer and prefer alpine too. I also see the dash/windsheild mounted type to be placed more ergonomicly and safer for driving. __________________ 2003 LX, 2.3L, ATX, Arizona Biege sedan.

11-17-2008, 01:41 AM	#18 (permalink)
mattellermets TEAM Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Urbana, IL Posts: 372	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? I'd go get on an in-car navigation forum... or something like that.

10-26-2009, 02:30 AM	#19 (permalink)
einarabelc5 Newbie Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1	Re: GPS inserted in the dashboard? First to say Hi. I reached this page looking for a GPS mount for my Focus 2007 and after reading this I have to say damn!! Thank you!!

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