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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 02:00 PM
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Default 2006 SC 430 Needs bluetooth connection

Just bought a 2006 SC in smoky granite mica with 104k miles.

Any recommendations on the best way to add Bluetooth to the car so that I can stream Spotify? I don't really wanna talk on the phone while cruising around and will not be texting while cornering.

Reasonably priced solutions are the best as I dont want to spend $2,000 on the install and will not be DIYing it.

Thanks.

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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by LFCWEST
Just bought a 2006 SC in smoky granite mica with 104k miles.

Any recommendations on the best way to add Bluetooth to the car so that I can stream Spotify? I don't really wanna talk on the phone while cruising around and will not be texting while cornering.

Reasonably priced solutions are the best as I dont want to spend $2,000 on the install and will not be DIYing it.

Thanks.
One way is purchase a FM Bluetooth converter or you can purchase a Bluetooth module and a cassette converter.
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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 06:21 PM
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GTA Car Kit

It simply works.

Unlike several others I tried which either sorta worked, or we're defective.

PM me for the gory details of interested.
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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 06:44 PM
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Sc430mods bt adapter, music streaming, aux, voice calls
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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 07:02 PM
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Thanks, doobs! Did you do the install? If I do it, I know I will mess it up.
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Old Oct 7, 2023 | 03:29 AM
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It’s a simple install. Just follow the videos they have posted online. Another benefit of the GTA kit is that the antenna will stay down while you are using the BT adapter through the CD input. It works about 90% of the time, sometimes you have to reconnect to the GTA BT adapter by going into your Bluetooth settings on your phone and reconnecting.
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I like my GROM adapter
https://gromaudio.com/installs/lexus...-grom-usb.html
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I have had very good performance with my ROAV FM BT adaptor from Best Buy. I also bought one of them for my son's 05 SC

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Originally Posted by DshngDaryl
After an extended game of cat and mouse, Grom was very happy to charge me shipping in both directions for a defective unit.


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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 05:54 AM
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Thanks, doobs! Did you do the install? If I do it, I know I will mess it up.
It's not hard per the video.

Cover your console with a towel so you don't scratch it up.

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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by LFCWEST
Just bought a 2006 SC in smoky granite mica with 104k miles.

Any recommendations on the best way to add Bluetooth to the car so that I can stream Spotify? I don't really wanna talk on the phone while cruising around and will not be texting while cornering.

Reasonably priced solutions are the best as I dont want to spend $2,000 on the install and will not be DIYing it.

Thanks.
You can get GROM-BT3 Bluetooth car kit. For 2006 Lexus SC you will need the TOYOB3 model of GROM Bluetooth car kit.
https://gromaudio.com/store/bt3_adap...-bt3-toyo.html

It will allow you wireless music streaming and integrated controls. We can answer any questions regarding the GROM Bluetooth car kit you may have.
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 12:37 PM
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Looks too complicated for my simple attorney brain.
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 12:41 PM
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I think and did just upgrade to a current style stereo deck. The prices for a touch screen Double din have come way down at this point.
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 03:55 PM
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There is a good chance a stereo shop will install either the Grom or GT kit. It is pretty straightforward.

You can also show the Youtube video of either product to your local mechanic and they might be willing to install it. (since there is no splicing involved)

Otherwise Gman's idea, or one of these might be what you are looking for



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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 08:46 PM
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I will check this out.

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