16vjohn
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Has anyone successfully upgraded the stereo in their 2015? My TDI S came with the RCD 310, which is a perfectly decent base radio. Bluetooth and steering wheel controls. I'd like a little more, such as to be able to control the tracks with the steering wheel controls, but the RCD 310 doesn't support this, nor do I think the corresponding Bluetooth module supports it. I know the RNS 315 and 510 are "plug and play", but if I need to get the compatible corresponding Bluetooth module, I'm looking at more than $250 to upgrade... if I can find a good deal on used parts from 2013. I like the stock look, and all the factory functions remain if I stick with a VW headunit. MDI is not an option as I have never been and will never be an iOS user.
That said, with aftermarket there are a lot of options, but none seem to be perfect. Either they look gawdy, clunky interface, or are very expensive ($500+), or some features are lost. Like the ability to use the factory satellite antennae, poor FM reception, lack of communication with the MFD, steering wheel volume works but track selections do not, phone buttons and push to talk, etc.
My question for the forum... has anybody made any changes, what did you do, and what has been your experience so far? The older I get the more "Stage Zero" I become. Stock appearance, stock function, maniacal maintenance and care. I just want the damn thing to work. Perhaps I'll leave the RCD 310 alone and call it good.
That said, with aftermarket there are a lot of options, but none seem to be perfect. Either they look gawdy, clunky interface, or are very expensive ($500+), or some features are lost. Like the ability to use the factory satellite antennae, poor FM reception, lack of communication with the MFD, steering wheel volume works but track selections do not, phone buttons and push to talk, etc.
My question for the forum... has anybody made any changes, what did you do, and what has been your experience so far? The older I get the more "Stage Zero" I become. Stock appearance, stock function, maniacal maintenance and care. I just want the damn thing to work. Perhaps I'll leave the RCD 310 alone and call it good.
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