[S666]

Hi All.

Just a general question for the UK forum and members concerning getting the DVD/SatNav installed in the EOS.

In a nutshell, I refused to pay up as an optional extra when I ordered the EOS in light of my friend who ordered an Audi getting his DVD/SatNav installed after he received it for £695 instead of the £2000 as an optional extra.

However, here is my problem. I have searched the sites and cannot see anyone advertising as a place where you can purchase and get it installed from them.

Is there anyone on the forum who can recomend a place in the UK where:-

1- They can supply the original VW DVD/SatNav
2- They can fit it for you, professionally
3- They can update the computer within the car so it doesnt come up with errors

I know I could probably go to the dealer but they will probably charge as much as having it installed originally.

Thanks guys and assistance would be appreciated.

Sean

 

[justcarkits]

It should not be necessary to re-programme the vehicle to accept the MFD2 - you enter the security code (supplied with it) to activate the unit.
A GPS antenna needs to be installed. The factory fit antenna is in the boot lid - not practical for retro-fit. Best compromise is to loacte under dash with good view of sky.
Can do the necessary installation, if required. Based in Slough (J6,M4).

 

[S666]

A quick question on top of a question regarding the DVD/SatNav. Just been looking a little more at the actual SatNav system and I am sure the actual options on the official VW site have changed to now include the Touch Screen SatNav system.
Am I right in thinking that the MFD2 is now the older model of SatNav and the touchscreen is the newer model.
Thanks
Sean

 

[justcarkits]

Yes, the MFD2 is now the older model. The MFD3, aka RNS510 has a touchscreen, though you really won't like the price of them.

 

[nail-z-gull]

Yes, the MFD2 is now the older model. The MFD3, aka RNS510 has a touchscreen, though you really won't like the price of them.

Those are the £1500+ units I've seen, I guess.

 

[S666]

ooachhh. £1500

I guess it does make it worth it to add in as an optional extra then at time of ordering.

 

[justcarkits]

The SatNav option is massively overpriced (even the MFD2). You could buy 9 TT One's and still have a little change left over...

 

[SiJ2000]

I heard about someone who on this forum who bought an after market one... Completely different make, but had a surround and the mountings to match the VW, so looked a perfect fit in the EOS. Even uses the EOS plug for the power/speakers... So no rewiring!

 

[S666]

Big Oouccch.

Got a reply back from the dealer today with a price for retro-fit.

£1955 plus VAT for the newer touch screen DVD/SatNav which includes parts and labour.

Oh and he said that a special offer exists where they will put the iPod Connection kit in as well. Great!!!. Why would I want to do that when it has a 30GB h/Drive and 2 x SD slots.

Guess that puts pay to that idea then. TomTom it is. LOL

 

[Stephb]

Im getting a tom tom for my car when it come i didnt think the price of the one from VW was worth it

Stephb xx

 

[neh321]

Im getting a tom tom for my car when it come i didnt think the price of the one from VW was worth it

Stephb xx

Wise move!