Blaupunkt Reno replacement
A while back, someone posted about a replacement radio that looked period correct close to the Reno but a more affordable blaupunkt model. I can't seem to find that thread. Does anyone know what model that was? I am nearing completion of refreshing the interior on my 88 five speed and would love to get rid of the cheap aftermarket radio the PO stuck in there.
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Continental radio?
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Search for the TRD7412UB-OR if you'd like a dimmable screen. It cost a bit more but may be worth it to you. Some units have rear input for USB and others are front loaded. Scroll down for comparisons. T
https://www.continental-automotive.c...ure_EN.pdf.pdf |
There are a lot of vintage Blaupunkts that have same look and design aesthetic as the Reno model. A quick Ebay search on "Blaupunkt Radio" will turn up dozens ranging form $15 - $200. The issue that drives the price up for the Reno and other SQR23 models is that it's actually a fairly high-quality headunit with really good sound as compared the to similar looking models of the era.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...130c2ee04f.jpg Blaupunkt Tampa $111 https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...cf48e89fa9.jpg beta $15 https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...6defc65614.jpg Heidleberg $119 https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...656d00cbaf.jpg Augsberg $100 https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...d0a74f206a.jpg Hamburg $100 That being said, all these head units are full analog with analog tuners and fairly inferior with the quality that came about in the the early 2000's when we saw digital tuners and CD/AUX inputs which offer both better sound quality and better quality interface options. In my 928, I had a Reno. I had SW stereo refurbish it and add a aux input line. The radio quality was good, and the loudness feature did a very nice job of adding richness to the sound quality at low levels. However, there were too many shortcomings:
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...7fc8acbdd4.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...18f1a9c559.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...1f4357f6c1.gif And, as others have noted, there are some modern alternatives like the Continental and Porsche Design models, Additionally I saw an article that Blaupunkt was going to reintroduce a modern version of the Reno. |
If you want to go Original I have a totally mint reno with amp and cables on Ebay.
The next best thing is the Continental. IMO If you want more features like sat radio I have been happy with my JVC marine unit I just put in the 87. http://www.us.jvc.com/car/marinemotorsports/kd_x35mbs/ |
anyone know if the new Continental's fit into the early cars (78-80) without cutting the trim surround ? T
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...79f4e60e28.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...f41af11b81.jpg |
Thanks for all the info. I think the link from Michael was the one i was looking for.
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Just saying I really like my Heidelburg SQR47. Has shortwave as well as AM/FM, nice little radio.
Not much on SW these days but still cool. |
Blaupunkt made a new one called the "Dearborn" and I have one in my SE. Looks identical but modern electronics - cassette and all.
Hard to find now but search Dearborn. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...1e24544268.jpg |
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