I need to "repair" or replace the radio in the '05 SE. I know for sure a CD is stuck in the radio. The radio has both the cassette and CD slots, but no AUX jack.

The radio is very similar to this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pontiac-Bonnevi ... #vi-ilComp

So, I guess the the "question" is: best to "repair", replace with the unit on ebay, locate a unit like the one ddalder used in his GXP, or ?? ?

I'm open to suggestions, and yes there is a budget, ha ha ha, about $200 or less.

Thank you! - BC

_________________
In Memory of Brad - 1/21/1977 .. 10/23/2013 ...... Aaron - 1977 .. 2017 .....
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport ..... 1992 Bonneville SSE 1SB 170 HP L27 4T60E retired/sold to MattStrike ..... 2005 Bonneville SE 1SC 205 HP L36 4T65E - retired/salvage yard ..... PBCF user 2321

If you're going for stock looks, then go with that eBay unit, or maybe go through Andrew?

However, $165 is a lot of dough. I'd recommend going aftermarket for that cost. You'll get aux and other features and it'll likely sound a little better. However, it won't look as good most likely.

_________________
-Car Guy Carl
"Penelope" - 2003 SLE - 247k Miles
"Sydney" - 2000 Honda S2000 - 98k miles

You could try stuffing a blacktie radio in there

_________________
1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE with XM Radio, Heated Seats and more! (Retired)
2009 Chevrolet Impala LTZ (Daily Driver)

Don't know what Andrew charges these days for a radio but you may want to ask. The problem is that you will need to have the radio unlocked with a Tech2 once installed in your car so there is a cost associated with that, too.

_________________


Bose Luxury Sound System w/Touch Screen Navigation, Addition of Factory XM, 2005 MY Antenna, OnStar Upgrade (3G),
RainSense Wipers, Backup Camera, '00 Style Door Panel Courtesy Lights, Heated Washer Solvent, 2X Remote Trunk Release,
Turn Signal Mirrors, Center Console Courtesy Lamp, Rear Outboard Heated Seats, PVD Chrome 18" Factory Rims, Upgraded
Carbon Fibre Appearance Interior Trim, Highly Modified Main Body Harness, Instrument Panel, Door, Door Panel & Headliner
Wiring Harnesses, Custom Fuse Box & Tire and Loading Information Decals, Additional Acoustic Insulation

I just want to know with what methods do they do this AUX jack input i would love the option on my stock radio!

_________________
Member #3848
2002 Black Bonneville SE Sold But Not Forgotten
2002 White Bonneville SSEi Project car

the aux jack requires some direct soldering to the board of the radio. if i remember theres a writeup on it on here someplace.... lemme see if i can dig it up

edit: google is magic!
audio-and-aftermarket-electronics/topic38867.html

_________________
2003 pontiac bonneville Sle with kenwood sound system. Upgraded tweeters, door speakers, deck speakers, kenwood sub and amp. Rage r20 18inch rims. Front and rear KYB shocks and struts. GXP Strut tower brace.. She's a work in progress still

Thank you for that^

_________________
Member #3848
2002 Black Bonneville SE Sold But Not Forgotten
2002 White Bonneville SSEi Project car