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You don't need the screw cover for it to work, just finishes it off, as you can see in pic leaves a big void.

See the difference? This one has cover fitted.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lexus-IS200-Sat-Nav-complete-setup-incl-looms-/221258778807?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item33840d08b7

Yeah I see the difference now, it is a bit of an eyesore without the screw covers.

Just out of curiosity, would any 7" SATNAV/tv system fit with this setup? Or is it just the Mio you used just happens to be the right shape/fit?

That is all you need just the pop up screen unit.

As i said earlier if you go for that one, make sure the screw cover is included as they are near impossible to get separate.

The mio will fit as you have seen but the on-off slider needs modifying as well as its on top of the unit. If your fitter needs any pointers let me know mate.

Both the items you have are exactly what i used.

The seller just got back to me saying he doesn't have the screw cover =s

What exactly is a screw cover? Can I go ahead with this set up without one?

Thanks again

There's a few on e-bay at the moment, £100 is about going rate for them unmodified.

one already modified with a tom tom

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEXUS-IS200-SAT-NAV-/281150697036?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item4175e32e4c

or standard and you would need to fit your own sat-nav into it.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEXUS-IS200-SAT-NAV-/281150697036?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item4175e32e4c

if you go for second option make sure the screw cover is included.

2nd link duplicate?

Fixed, Thanks Pete.

So I'm thinking of taking the plunge and attempting a setup just like yours:

I'm considering buying: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mio-Spirit-V735-TV-Automotive-GPS-Receiver-/171100756466?pt=UK_AudioTVElectronics_GPSSystems_GPSSystems&hash=item27d66659f2

And: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lexus-is200-sat-nav-unit-fully-working-/121158158456?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1c3596c878

In the second link it says, "THIS SALE IS FOR THE SAT NAV SCREEN/MONITOR ONLY"...I'm guessing 'screen/monitor' refers to the housing unit and not an actual old satnav system? (sorry I'm a bit of a newbie to all this). I've PM'd the seller, no reply as of yet, so just thought I'd ask here.

I've got a friend who can cut/modify dashboards, do the wiring etc. as long as I buy and give him the right products.

So basically if I buy the above two, they should be compatible for a setup like yours?

Thanks again...

Wow, thanks a million for finding that link! I might actually buy that very unit. I think my dream of fitting a relatively new satnav in an oldish Lexus is about to come true :)

Just one final question - where would I be able to purchase a housing unit just like yours?

Thanks again, really appreciate your helpful replies.

Also, whats the sound quality like with the FM modulator-speaker set up?

I've only used an FM modulator once before, and it wasnt a great experience, a lot of background static and interference unfortunately.

Thanks again.

Thanks for reading my thread, The system uses the car speakers through a built in FM modulator, channel 6 on radio. Displays maps and plays music at same time, just cuts in with the next direction.

The good side of the set-up is how many functions it has, Only down side to it, there's no bluetooth function and cant be used as a monitor for reversing camera ect.

Great piece of kit for the money, Has 7" screen and does more than any other sat nav.

Thanks for your quick reply. Even without Bluetooth, reversing camera I think that's a great setup for the price.

Just wondering where you bought the V735 from? As the link you posted is saying out of stock at moment, as is amazon.

That looks awesome.

I actually made a thread asking what's the newest satnav I could fit into a 2002 IS 200, and it seems this answers my question perfectly. http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/topic/83477-newest-satnav-i-can-fit-in-a-lexus-2002-model-is-200/

Were you able to connect it to your main sound system?

What would you say are the pros/cons to your setup?

If you dont mind a bit of DIY, you can do what i and a few others have done. Buy an original sat nav pop-up screen and install your own sat-nav, mio,sony ect.

Will get some pics up later today, been meaning to start a thread for weeks.

Thanks for the suggestion. Looking forward to seeing the pics...

hi I think the best option for you would be to get a double din stereo with sat nav and fit it where you have currently got your old stereo,shouldn't be too much of an issue to source and have one fitted.

Thanks for your reply. Would I have any issues with the sound from a double din stereo + satnav?

Hi,

I've just recently bought a Lexus IS 200 (2002) model. I'm wanting to fit a satnav in the highlighted area below, but from my brief research I've been told I can only fit a very old satnav (pre-2005) in there. I've been told I could also install a pioneer satnav where the stereo is, which would be newer but that would give poor sound apparently and would require more drastic fitting work, as opposed to just fitting one on top.

Ideally, I'd want to fit a satnav that is relatively new (2009+), as I've gotten used to satnavs with lane guides etc.

I was just wondering what options I have to do this, if any? Or am I stuck with very old satnavs?

Installation wouldn't be an issue as I have a friend who could fit it all in, just wondering if there are any compatible and newish satnavs that I could fit.

Thanks in advance for any advice or suggestions.