mmccutchin

Lexus has not yet officially announced plans to provide (on new or existing models) an MP-3 player or iPod interface.

Virtually every other "peer" brand--including Audi, BMW, and MBZ--now has plans to support Apple's iPod and other popular MP-3 players for at least a few of their new/existing models. . .Lexus had the opportunity to do so with the recently revamped GS and IS models but passed and without comment.

(When I was shopping for a new GS or LS earlier this past summer not one single sales manager at four SF/Bay Area Lexus dealerships had a clue about this interface issue. . .nor did their factory representative, whom they claim they contacted. . .a couple of sales managers didn't even know what an MP-3 player or iPod were!)

Does anyone know what Lexus is planning on doing in this area?

Thank you in advance!

PVSLS400

Im not sure what lexus is doing about it, but i get a modual from one of my audio suppliers and the interface works awesome with any toyota stereo. just had a 05 seqouia in the shop and it turned out awesome.steering wheel controls worked and everything just like it was from the factory! this sequoia had in dash navigation and dvd stock. This interface made the unit recognise the Ipod as a cd changer. no cutting of wires just have to call a toyota rep and get a special harness for back of head unit and this inerface plugs and plays, plus it charges the Ipod also which is cool. Any info neede pm me and can get you the unit anytime!







PAC IPOD2CAR Universal iPod® Interface
Model No.: PACAUXPOD
Retail Price: $229.99 Not sure if i can post price but CLC members gets it at cost

Quantity in Stock: 6
Catalog: 205, Page: 546



SPECIFICATIONS
Use to interface an iPod® to a vehicle’s sound system
Change tracks using the radio or steering wheel radio controls
Noise-free audio isolation
Automatically charges the iPod® battery
Turns off iPod® when the vehicle is turned off
Works with 18 different factory-installed radios


This is info from my distributor

yuiou

does this work on the first gen ls?

PVSLS400

i beleve so let me check with warehouse and see in morning. will post all makes models and years asap

sha4000

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where would you mount the ipod? please show pictures if you have any

PVSLS400

In the LS it will be hard. we use a universal cupholder mount in late model toyota i do get a universal mount that uses ventsNYKO 88065 Universal iPod® Car Mount
Model No.: NYK88065
Retail Price: $19.99
Quantity in Stock: -15
Catalog: 205, Page: 175



SPECIFICATIONS
Allows user to affix iPod® safely within reach on the dashboard using vent clip or adhesive backing
Spring-loaded clamps hold unit in place
Adjusts to fit any full-size iPod® or iPod® Mini
Fits any 10 GB, 15 GB, 20 GB, 40 GB & 60 GB iPods®
Pass-through window allows access to dock connector at all times
Can be used with other iPod® accessories

or it has 3M tape to stick to console Pics Included

TJW98LS

iTrader: (1)

Do you know what that would sound like in the car?

PVSLS400

It sounds IMHO good not the best but a lot better than a FM mod, or wireless mod. Sound quality is great just a little quieter than a cd but my sirius does the same thing in my first gen LS with same kit. So we just tell cust to turn it up and bump! lol

sha4000

iTrader: (1)

my wife has the fm piece that you stick in the power outlet and it sounds really good even better than the cd

PVSLS400

OEM IPOD accesory or aftermarket? Wireless works awesome it just depends on the manufacture. the clarion sirius plug and play we sell has a awesome wireless fm mod vs the kenwood one i have in my LS sucks donkey blank "Manufacture says wireless is circumstancial and not reliable" kenwood tech support. so we do hardwire only now due to this info plus in our world its hard keeping doors open if we dont charge a small ammount for install

cartechpr

I am really interested in this peice for my ls98. can you please let me know where to buy and if you have already the connectors for it....

THanks

Chris

cartechpr

how do you tap into the factory unit?

sha4000

iTrader: (1)

my wife bought it from target and its made by DLO

encore888

Lexus needs to get on the ball with this--technology in the car. Upgraded NAVI, SmartAccess for all, satellite radio, and of course IPod connectivity and entertainment systems.

cartechpr

what i want to know is if you can interface it with the nakamichi... if someone can test it it would be awesome.