retrofit stereo golf gti recommendations - Berkshire area

[pjfamilyguy1]

I'm buying a 57 reg Golf GTI and would like to upgrade the RCD 500 6 CD changer to a new OEM head unit, so I have bluetooth and iphone connectivity, but googling this there's are modules (CAN bus) that need to be upgraded so the the head unit can be upgraded without flattening the battery, also the CAN bus will need recoding using the VAG COM hardware/software which isn't cheap.

So I was wondering if anyone can recommend and PM me someone who has the experience in doing this.

from using googling I'm drawing no real hits for anyone in the Berkshire (Reading) area.

[vapourtrail]

Hi - I had an RCD310 unit installed in my 08 Mk5 GTi by Paul in October, who was recommended to me on this website. He did a good job, but is based on the South Coast, so give him a call to see if he covers your area :Paul from Mobile Incar a call 07717 663388

[pjfamilyguy1]

Thanks for the contact, I'll give him a shout.

[Dr G]

Gareth of Hazzydayz is your man; I've known him for years and their work is spot on. Incredibly knowledgeable also.

They are mobile and do cover Reading.

[SuperchargedVR6]

CAN gateway p/n -7N0 907 530AN is what you need. A guy called Nick on the R32OC.com forum can supply them coded for £90 delivered.

The older K suffix gateway in your 2007 doesn't even have the media option.

RNS510 version R is the unit to have. SSD hard disk, V11 maps, reverse camera enabled etc etc.

You will also need an MDI kit and lead (for the arm rest or glove box) to get the music from your iphone onto the stereo.

[pjfamilyguy1]

Brilliant, thanks DR G and SuperchargedVR6

[va1o]

57-Plate shouldn't actually need a new gateway, as it will be a 2008 model year which is when they changed over. Check the part number of your current gateway if you're concerned.

RCD 510 is a nice retrofit and easily DIYable, plenty of guidesw online e.g. http://www.vwgolf.net.au/showthread.php?704-DIY-RN...