[BMWCSRegistry] Period Passable Radio for 3.0CSi (w/new speakers)

[Jonathan Blanc]

Mike,

Blaupunkt Frankford is the radio that was installed in most USA
coupes.  This radio is nicknamed the "blue dot" because of the blue
dot on the acrylic front faceplate.  Old auto radio is a good place
but very expensive ($600 and up).  I bought a mint (but refurbished)
blue dot radio
from a guy out in California for $225.  If you like I can give you his
email.  He is very reputable and when I told him that my radio wasn't
working he offered me money back on the spot.  I said that I would
keep it and install a hidden new digital radio in the glove
compartment.  If you want decent sound you will have to do this hidden
installation anyway because neither the Becker nor Blaupunkt period
radio boards can support strong sound with their weak components.  And if
you are getting your car in "show" condition then you definately need
a "blue dot" radio.

Regards,
Jonathan


On 10/27/07, Mike Valentine <mike at valentine1.com> wrote:
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> Hi Everybody,
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> My '72 3.0 CSi project needs a new radio since the one installed in it is
> not of the period and is pretty crummy.  And, the existing speakers on the
> parcel shelf are not of this Earth!
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> I'm looking around at reclaimed Blaupunkt and Becker radios at places like
> http://www.oldautoradio.com .
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> I'm sort of partial to Becker because I seem to remember that they were
> considered higher quality than Blaupunkt at the time and a car as expensive
> as an E9 ought not to have a "cheap" radio installed.
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> Also, I'm curious as to others' opinions about speaker styles and placements
> for an E9.  It seems that 6x9 ovals on the back shelf are popular, but I'm
> open to all thoughtful suggestions.
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> Would any of you please offer period-appearing E9 audio advice?
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> Cheers,
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> Mike
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> #2261995 in restoration
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> Cincinnati, USA
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