Hey all,

 

Feels like I've been spamming the forum a lot lately, but wow, this is one beast gathering of know-hows and nice people, thanks all!

 

Now to my question, I was searching around trying to figure out if I could swap my current Swing with a Columbus. I found on thread, but that would be pulling necro from 2011, which was a bit overkill imo.

I tried to find out the differences between the Bolero and the Columbus, and from what I could reas the Columbus came out as the most satisfying among customers.

 

Does any of you have any recommendations towards which system to go for? Pros/cons

 

And if this swap is doable, how will it be for compatibility with a MFD and MFSW etc? :peek:

 

Let me know if you need any more information from my end.

Thanks in advance! :sun:

It will need coding with VCDS, but apart from that normally it would be ok.

 

There are people who say the Columbus is a dated system, and I agree. It's touchscreen is not the quickest to respond, and everything else could go a bit faster...However, the OEM look and feel is a big + for the Columbus in my book. I also say, if you plan on upgrading your radio, don't settle on anything less then the Columbus. If you can swing it, go for a late model with LED screen and add a BT module. It will cost a pretty penny, but it's worth it imho. If you decide to go ahead, try to buy from a reputable source that also offers install, and insist on the latest firmware and the latest maps.

Edited 24 June, 201412 yr by Too Tall

Do you need Sat Nav and built in hard disk for music?

If yes & yes, then Columbus.

If yes & no then Amundsen or Amundsen+

If no & no then Bolero.

HTH

PS: Some Amundsen+ also have built in BT.