BSL

I bought off of e-bay for <$200. Faceplate is not in great condition, but since that is being swapped out for the 993 plate, I am not too concerned. I have seen them in the $250 range too.

Chuck W.

The CR 220s are a much better deal if you plan on using an iPod hook up and won't use CDs. Or, if you have a CD player in the trunk and don't plan on using an iPod.

I just bought a CR 220 on eBay for $20 and $12.50 for shipping.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

rdevany

Chuck - PM sent.

PNogC2S

Yep, I considered the CR as an option, but I'd prefer to have the option of dropping in a CD if I want. Otherwise it becomes an ipod-only set up -- got rid of all the old cassette tapes

justin993

where is the the ipod hook up?

Chuck W.

On the back. It uses the same plugs that the remote CD player uses.

justin993

thanks!
is it like the auxiliary input that newer vehicles have on the stereo for mp3?
Like the head phone jack?

ssarchi

What is the diff between the cdr 210 and the 220?

PNogC2S

The CDR210 is the CD player (CR210 was the cassette version) that was available on the 993 from the factory. It will also drive a CDC3 changer but, according to Becker, it cannot be made to work with an i-pod. The CDR220 is the CD player (CR220 also cassette version) that came with the 996 and Boxsters -- it has an AUX Mode option that allows you to put an i-pod in place of the CDC3 changer. Becker sells a cable that you plug in place of the CD changer in the back of the unit and connect the other end to your i-pod ... so you cannot use both the i-pod and changeer with it ... it's a choice between the two.

ssarchi

so the only diff between the 210 and 220 is the i-pod capability of the 220?

Chuck W.

IMHO, no. The CDR 220 looks better, has ***** instead of rockers, gets better reception and sounds better.

CDR 210



CDR 220

ssarchi

agreed...

PNogC2S

Sorry, I thought you were asking for the difference that was driving my decision to switch over. I'm hopeful that Chuck is correct about the improved reception and sound - I obviously can't speak to that since I'm still in the process of getting my hands on a 220.
While we are at it, there have been some threads posted stating that the display of the 220 is hard to read in a 993 because of it's location in the dash. Most 993 owners get an updated face-plate that addresses that problem. -- again however, I can't say from personal experience

Chuck W.

IMHO that is a must. Factor in $100 plus $15 for shipping.

ilko

Here's a CDR-220: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-P...fAudioQ5fVideo