Cd player install

[Relic]

Anyone know how to put in a new CD player in the 2004 Aveo? How do I take apart the dash? what i will need? Should I try it myself or just pay to have it done.

Never done this before.

Thanks.

[chefgold]

if you have never done it get help with it, the most important is that you have the proper harness

[Relic]

Thanks! Just wanted to save a little money, but the more I think about it I should have a pro do it!

[chefgold]

I know in my area the audio centers will do the install for free if you buy the deck there

[Relic]

Thanks again. I found that out last night. when you buy the deck as long as it's over $100.00, they install it free. Im guessing I may have to pay for extra things so it fits? Im sure it wont just fit like a glove! Any good suggestions for a middle of the road CD player over $200.00 but below $300.00? This is my first car CD player I will be buying that was not stock. Thanks!

[SpruceMoose8]

Anything Alpine....You'll get good quality for your money.

[chefgold]

Alpine is good, most name brands...sony, pioneer, clarion are descent, and they will fit like a glove. We have whats known as a double DIN space in the aveo. There are some kick ass double din sizes that have cool graphic displays and put out at least 50w X 4, so you need to think speakers as well. the cheap-o stock ones wont handle that power. Have fun with it....

[Relic]

Thanks guy's! Looking forward to getting one picked out and installed this week if all goes well.. ;D

[Relic]

I went with alpine! Thanks.