Honda Civic 2006 stereo front fascia upgrade

Drayton Close

Hi guys,

I've got a Honda Civic 5 door, 2006. I'm looking to install a new stereo into it away from the standard that it comes with as the factory unit does not have bluetooth and the equalizer is nonsense so the sound is terrible.

This is the original factory stereo (image a LHD car)
http://www.hifisoundconnection.com/2006-2007-2008-2009-2010-Honda-Civic-Factory-Stereo-MP3-CD-Player-OEM-Radio-R-2508

I'm looking to get this unit for a RHD car:
http://a248.e.akamai.net/pix.crutchfield.com/ImageHandler/fixedscale/400/300/products/20100/142/x142HA1561B-o_dg3.jpeg

It's essentially a front fascia that has an open gap to fit a stereo headset.

I've tried all the usual places online but to no joy. Looking to purchase locally.
Any help appreciated!

Have thought about the parrot kit that can be installed, but really another main issue is the crappy sound, need something with an equalizer.Looking to link an android phone with music, Honda stereo has to Mid range.

colm_mcm

That's a saloon in both the pics. The hatch is different.
Is yours a hatch or saloon?
I think a boards member (kopperberg strawberry and lime) hasthe fascia adaptor you're looking for (assuming yours is a hatchback)

Drayton Close

Hi Colm, thanks for replying, mine is a 4dr saloon not the hatch.

colm_mcm

I'd imagine searching for a part for hybrid would be easier? Same I'd say.

Model code is fd2, that might help the search

The Japanese model had a double DIN (well close anyway) stereo so they definitely exist.

In the USA the dealers do a double DIN part, so its worth trying a Honda dealer.

Here is the guide for a LHD car to give you an idea of what's involved
http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/diy-honda-civic-audio/37564-diy-aftermarket-radio-install-ex.html

colm_mcm

Is this it?

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/New-Genuine-Honda-civic-FD-panel-radio-console-2-din-/251280344393?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a8179c549&_uhb=1

Drayton Close

That's the one - but i'm looking for a local person/place that might have it in stock...
Find it hard to believe that no one in Ireland supplies these things, are there no more of those 'pimp my ride' stores that were ever prevalent in the mid 2000's?

colm_mcm

Reasons you don't find them locally:
Civic has a standard CD and most owners are happy with it
That model (Irish spec saloon) isn't really owned by enthusiasts, the JDM imports already have the adaptor fitted.
They aren't a very popular car
Dash for LHD and RHD is different so probably sourced outside Europe