Buying & Upgrading a VW Beetle

[TabathaAsks]

Morning All,

First time poster here,

I am picking up my VW Beetle 2002 model tomorrow,

The radio is the standard 'tape' radio.

I wanted to upgrade it to a radio with USB/Bluetooth. However I notice the slot/fascia is a little different on these cars.

I've watched quite a few you tube on the subject and think I could give it a go.

I wondered, is it just a case of buying a fascia kit and any radio I want or? Also would you think I could complete the job myself with a bit of effort ? Or should I just go to Halfords and get them to do the job from start to finish ?

Thanks for any advice!
Tabatha

[familyguy1]

might be worth speaking to a local auto/ICE electricians who could advise and sell you the parts needed for you to DIY it.

[ZX10R NIN]

If you have patience you can do it yourself as well as the facia you might need a connector lead & maybe an aerial adaptor (dependent on what headunit you choose) to get the job done, go on youtube there's bound to be someone who's put up a walkthrough.

[TabathaAsks]

For example,

If I bought this, would I need to buy anything else?

[TabathaAsks]

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Beetle-radio-Pioneer-MVH-X38...

[imck]

Normally a Facia Adapter and some Adapter Cables from the VW Factory wiring to the New Radio

Quick Google .....
http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/ctkvw02-volkswagen...

They also have an option to keep the Controls on the Steering Wheel working with the replacement Radio