Looking for advice on a replacement car stereo

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I have a 2001 Buick Century with the default cassette stereo and 6 speakers. I'm looking for a decent car stereo that has bluetooth, usb, HD radio, and detachable face. I'd like to keep the cost under $200.

Eventually, I'll want to add an amplifier and replace the speakers. I don't see a sub happening.

Any advice on decent brands and models? Thanks!
 
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In many cases the ipod controls and apps have to be run through the usb port. As far as BT goes, I would still consider it a good feature as you may end up with a phone that has that capability and the hands free is not only nice but may end up being legally required for a true "hands free" way of communicating.
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This sounds like it would fit your criteria perfectly. Kenwood makes good car audio, it's single DIN so it should fit without any problem (although I think Buicks would hold double DIN as well), USB, bluetooth, HD Radio, and detachable face for $199. The only drawback is that the app features appear to be compatible for iphones. If you're an Apple person that's fine but if you're like me and are a fan of Android it's a pain. However, nearly all car audio manufacturers really seem to push iphone compatibility and completely ignore the more frequently used Android platform.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=0KN-0012-00008&Tpk=Kenwood%20KDC-BT955HD
 
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Thanks for the reply.

Taking a closer look, I really don't need BT because I don't have a phone that supports it. The goal was to couple my iPod touch to it thru BT, but I could just as easily plug in a usb thumb drive or use a cable fromthe iPod. Plus, this unit seems to be very complex and have lots of bells and whistles I really don't need and don't want to pay for.

My typical usage while driving will be: turn it on, find some radio (analog/HD) stations, play some mp3 when I get bored with radio. The fewer key presses the better for me.
 
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In many cases the ipod controls and apps have to be run through the usb port. As far as BT goes, I would still consider it a good feature as you may end up with a phone that has that capability and the hands free is not only nice but may end up being legally required for a true "hands free" way of communicating.
 
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