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I'm fairly sure they're all Bluetooth units. But either way with corona in effect I won't be doing any trips until the new year so I'm going to hold off on changing for now and probably spend the money elsewhere for the time being. Turns out my roof bars don't fit and I need to buy a fitkit or feet for the Thule bars I have. Which obviously costs way more than it needs to! I'm also buying a dog suddenly so my entire headunits budget is now going on dog food and puppy pads 🤔 But I'm in love with the car and will no doubt be doing bits to it as I intend to keep it for a loooooong while. Also, 50 quid to fill the tank and 700 miles in it? Winner!

Thanks so much guys. And thanks @Jules Tohpipi for the advice! The more I look at them the more I'm tempted for an Android auto piece with a good, responsive, high res screen. I think speaking to an auto electronics specialist and enquiring about the rear parking sensor compatibility will be the best way to go, and will likely be the most cost effective option too. I remember my touchscreen on the old skoda being poor, but I hoped they'd come on some. Sounds like for big bucks I can get something good, but honestly I think for cost vs. payoff I'd be happy with the Android Auto options and just linking up my phone for sat nav on those drives... Any thoughts on this? http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/head-units/android-auto/kenwood-dmx7018dabs-6-8-android-auto-apple-carplay-bluetooth-dab-radio

Darn, sorry to stack posts like this, but searching for an MIB2, this cropped up: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SKODA-COLUMBUS-MIB2-8-NAVIGATION-SAT-NAV-RADIO-SCREEN-DISPLAY-5E0919605M/124207535099?hash=item1ceb5893fb:g:uVQAAOSwOzFe1BIV Though I suspect it's going to be too new, not be compatible, etc. Though it's all pretty confusing when it comes down to it 🤔

This seems to be a good unit with what I need if Android Auto is the way to go: http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/head-units/android-auto/kenwood-dmx7018dabs-6-8-android-auto-apple-carplay-bluetooth-dab-radio Though I'd be concerned regarding the rear parking sensors. I guess the OEM ones have that functionality built in, though. So if it's a simple swap, the MIB STD2 would be the front runner on all accounts.

That's all amazing info, thanks guys! So something like this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274138359294 And it's just plug'n'play, something I could do myself with no knowledge or beat to get an auto electronics guy to fit it? Hmm I do like the idea of a nice shiny new screen with Android auto and am not bothered so much about ditching the skoda stuff. Not like a play CDs anyway! I would like the MFSW to work, but not a deal breaker if I can get a big shiny screen that pairs with the phone for a good price. Apart from avoiding Chinese brands, Kenwood and pioneer are the best bet here you said? Any other brands making handsome looking headunits to look out for? I guess I'm probably thinking that 600 is a good price point for me, if that makes a difference. Though if that MIB from the Yeti is a straight fit and it increases the screen size and keeps it OEM, then it could be the one!

Awesome info, thanks! The Columbus does look big enough and the extra 1.5" i'm sure would make all the difference. I can see a couple on Ebay that are just the screen, like this: https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/223592823006?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&itemid=223592823006&targetid=908661247816&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9045393&poi=&campaignid=10199631325&mkgroupid=103626356284&rlsatarget=pla-908661247816&abcId=1145987&merchantid=115104870&gclid=Cj0KCQjwz4z3BRCgARIsAES_OVewWESBQh7FCRDFlBqAf57USTdyOxPlfeFqvf46X6_lq4rqrn3xOPAaAkVQEALw_wcB For that, would it be a straight swap from the screen I currently have, or would I need to replace the entire unit? And would it just plug in and work (satnav included) or need some installation/expertise? I can see a bunch on there from cars as new as 2018, Just want to make sure they all have the same size and would all work... Thanks again!

Hey @langers2k Thanks for the reply! I think it's got to be the Amundsen then with the 5" screen, but will confirm once I have the car. Here's what the gent said: "How about the MIB 2 with 9.2 Display supplied and fitted for £1600.00 + VAT?" In terms of the other option he offers, it was: "Pioneer SPH-DA250DAB £549.86 + VAT supplied and fitted including a windscreen mounted DAB aerial MAIN FEATURES • Mech-free large 6,8” Capacitive touchscreen • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto: make calls, use Maps, listen to music and access messages with just a word or a touch and experience the best in-car smartphone experience • Digital Radio: enjoy the convenience of listening to your favourite radio stations in crystal clear digital quality • Improved GUI allowing for simple smartphone connectivity, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto • Bluetooth and DAB / DAB+ Digital Radio built-in (Optional DAB Antenna required) • Bluetooth: Two phone connection, handsfree calling, automatic phonebook transfer, audio streaming (A2DP) Ext’ mic’ included • Advanced audio features: 13-band GEQ, Auto EQ and Auto Time Alignment (Optional Mic required)." So if you're saying that the Kenwood is the one that's supposed to be for the Skoda, then I can check out those... What kind of fitting woes are you looking at when trying to install one of those? I guess the Pioneer above fits into the aftermarket double din head unit category. Am I pretty much stuck at the 7" mark if I'm going with something that's not a chinese thing, which I assume these are: https://audiotechdirect.com/pba-vw3091v-9-android-10-0-after-market-radio-for-vw-seat-skoda/ Sorry for all the questions. And thanks for taking the time here really appreciated

Hey guys, Short-term lurker, first time poster. But hopefully I can become a decent member here once I've gotten up to speed on the new Superb I just bought! I owned a 2011 Octavia about six years ago, and regret getting rid of it every day. But now that my job has changed and things have settled down, I've slung in my Kia Sportage in favour of a 2014 Superb Greenline estate. I work from home now as a writer, and the only trips I do really are to bike parks and down to France/Austria for a few ski trips a year. So it's ideal with the great MPG and low running/maintenance/insurance/tax costs! £30 a year for tax and 60+ MPG on the motorway? What's not to love? Oh yeah, the tiny little screen. Maybe just coming out of the Sportage with it's 8inch screen, going down to (I believe) a 5.5inch sat nav screen is quite a jump for me, and with most of my driving being to places I've never been (often on the wrong side of the road), a good, sizeable satnav is necessary. I spoke to a mod company that the garage I bought from recommended, and they've given me limited (and very expensive options), so I wanted to come to you guys for advice as I've seen some threads which address this already in various ways. The options I was given were -- a Kenwood system with a built-in satnav for about £1k all in that was pretty hideous. An Android Auto-enabled system with a nice screen for about £800 all in. And then a MIB 9inch OEM system for £2k! Now, I don't know if any of those sound reasonable, but from what I've gleaned on here already -- sometimes a bigger screen will just fit on and work without any need for further work... Sometimes it's an entire unit swap. So my question is, if I'm looking for an 8+inch screen and I don't really mind about integrated or Android Auto satnav, I just want something that's going to look good in the cockpit and be bright and readable when I'm winding up through the mountains after a day of driving, which way would you recommend? Thanks for taking the time! I'll post some pictures and that sort of thing when I can.