To be Z owner

Stryp · 05-14-2013, 11:59 AM

Hi everyone,

It seems work will take me back to the East Coast, NJ, specifically for the next 2-5 years and I suppose it's time to buy a nice car

I am 99% going to get a Z, most likely leased, but these details can wait till after I land.
I am here to seek advice about specific questions I had, which mostly revolve around after-market navigation and sound. I know a leased car isn't going to allow that, but nothing is set in stone yet and I'm merely looking to get informed.

I am still catching on reading posts that interest me so forgive me if I ask something that may have been discussed before.

-Stryp

JARblue · 05-14-2013, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stryp

Hi everyone,

It seems work will take me back to the East Coast, NJ, specifically for the next 2-5 years and I suppose it's time to buy a nice car

I am 99% going to get a Z, most likely leased, but these details can wait till after I land.
I am here to seek advice about specific questions I had, which mostly revolve around after-market navigation and sound. I know a leased car isn't going to allow that, but nothing is set in stone yet and I'm merely looking to get informed.

I am still catching on reading posts that interest me so forgive me if I ask something that may have been discussed before.

-Stryp

There should be no problems installing an aftermarket stereo and/or speakers in a leased vehicle (unless you have some electrical issues and they try to claim that the HU install is the culprit). You will want to keep any original parts to replace when your lease is up.

6MT · 05-14-2013, 12:26 PM

Hi

2010ZilverZ · 05-14-2013, 12:55 PM

Wel-come aboard ...

fonzo179 · 05-14-2013, 12:57 PM

Hello!

Stryp · 05-15-2013, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

There should be no problems installing an aftermarket stereo and/or speakers in a leased vehicle (unless you have some electrical issues and they try to claim that the HU install is the culprit). You will want to keep any original parts to replace when your lease is up.

Nice! Can I install a nav system too assuming no damage and returning the vehicle with the originals intact?

JARblue · 05-15-2013, 07:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stryp

Nice! Can I install a nav system too assuming no damage and returning the vehicle with the originals intact?

That's exactly what you will need to do. If you leave any aftermarket parts on/in the car, it's likely the dealer will give you $hit for it and probably charge you for missing OEM parts plus their labor to replace anything.

IndieRyanZ · 05-16-2013, 03:09 PM

I say leave the HU alone and upgrade the mufflers

05-14-2013, 11:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
Stryp Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2 Drives: Skoda 1.6 TDi Rep Power: 12	To be Z owner Hi everyone, It seems work will take me back to the East Coast, NJ, specifically for the next 2-5 years and I suppose it's time to buy a nice car I am 99% going to get a Z, most likely leased, but these details can wait till after I land. I am here to seek advice about specific questions I had, which mostly revolve around after-market navigation and sound. I know a leased car isn't going to allow that, but nothing is set in stone yet and I'm merely looking to get informed. I am still catching on reading posts that interest me so forgive me if I ask something that may have been discussed before. -Stryp

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