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Thought I'd quickly report back following this recent thread with a conclusion. I've not been back to the Dealer to investigate the solution they offered however, having spoken to 'D350z' I decided to try out the Sony Tape Converter. Got a used one off ebay but just shy of £6 and tested it out this morning. Sounds great to me. I'm actually pretty impressed by it and struggled to tell any difference between the sound quality from it versus CD. Yeah, OK, there's a bit of wire hanging around but it's pretty thin so I'm sure I can squeeze it between some gaps somewhere to hide it better. For the price it's worth people trying it before shelling out more cash on other options. You can always flog it again on ebay (think they were £12 new). I appreciate it doesn't charge and you have to control it from the ipod but it'll do for me.

Think I found the link... http://my350z.com/forum/audio-and-video ... guide.html I'm now a little bit more confused as the guy who started the thread is based in Singapore; would he have had a US or UK spec car??? Is there even a difference. A poster previously said that US spec cars had an extra input so presume it's UK spec. I reckon a tape converter will probably do for my purposes, and seems the easiest, so may look into this further.

Now that sounds like quite a good plan. If you could disconnect the tape from the inside and run a phono cable out somewhere discrete, but within reach, I'd be happy with that. I'm on holiday this week & have a very slow connection but will search when I get home. If any good samaritans can find it and post the link on here I'm sure you'll be rewarded in... ...the boozer!!!

Thanks for the input guys. I'm used to controlling the ipod from it's controls (as opposed to the HU/steer wheel) in my Beemer so it's just a side-step I suppose. Lot's of the aftermarket solutions replace the CD Changer input but I suppose with the BOSE it's combined within the same using so that option it out (unless you can open up the HU & change the wiring). Or, I was thinking, just replace the tape player cables internally as that'll never get used but, as above, it's getting very complete and how would the HU even recognise the incoming signal. Don't think I can be bothered changing the HU though (I've got Sat Nav but can't remember whether it integrated with the HU - don't get my car another week) so will go for an FM transmitter or a tape converter I reckon. I'll still follow up the Dealer when I'm back from my jollies but I think you're right and it's just an overpriced transmitter. Will report back though...

Must admit that was my concern. That's why I wanted to see it before commiting to buying. I'll keep digging though. Surely a factory fit option isn't just an FM transmitter though?!?!

I'd don't get my new car until the 9th June (an 08 plate GT Roadster) and appreciate that connecting your ipod is more of a makeshift set-up as opposed to being fully intergrated. I've searched quite a bit and picked up various points from previous discussions. The bottom line is either 1) change the head unit 2) use an FM transmitter or 3) use a tape converter. I've noticed you can actually spec a new build car with an MP3 Connector for £132.81, so, as this quite obviously (I presume) connects directly to the existing BOSE head unit there MUST be a way to connect it (and therefore an aftermarket product) directly to the head unit. I called my local dealer today to quiz them on this issue and whether the MP3 Connector is available through them to retro fit to my car. They came back with, what sounded like it, and a price of £195 fully fitted. They couldn't confirm anything more than that though i.e. how does it work, how do you connect it, how do you control it. I asked if they could order one for me to look at before committing to buy it but, as it's a 'special order' item, they wouldn't do it. They told me to pop in when I get my car and they'll hunt through the accessory brochures to see if they can find more information. I'm also guessing an ipod is compatible with the MP3 Connector!! The question is has anyone else either got the 'MP3 Connector' option fitted or know anything about it.

Didn't really realise forums were so widespread in 2005 plus I didn't realise I needed them in my life!!! My coupe was pretty trouble free and the local dealer was helpful and not that expensive (plus under warranty) so was happy with their assistance. The Maserati turned me onto forums; I needed independent HELP!!! Yup, running costs. Bought it with my heart and not my head. 8-12mpg, silly insurance (didn't check until it was on my drive!!), and servicing costs brought me down with a bump. I'll always remember the noise it made but it really wasn't that good a car once the 'I'm driving a Maserati' excitement faded. Got rid as soon as I could and luckily found a buyer pretty quickly and settled on a reasonable price.

Bloody hell, you lot respond quickly on here Not sure why but I wasn't massively excited about my new purchase earlier but I keep checking out the photos (supplied by the dealer) and I'm now starting to count down the days. Really missed not having an open-top since the S2000 so here's hoping for a long hot summer (to quote Girls Aloud )

Hello all, I've put a deposit down today on a 350Z Roadster, silver/black, 08 plate with 5k on the clock. Will have it delivered probably two weeks today as I need the money to clear first and am on hols next week. Plus messing around with my reg plate Over the last few years I've participated on Maserati & BMW forums and so the first I did after securing a deal I hunted down a 350Z forum. Met some great people on the other forums and have some good banter so fingers crossed this place is no different. I bought a new 350Z coupe in 2005 and loved it (as did my wife). Had to sell it when we were expecting our daughter (same old story) but now I'm giving the wife my 330d I can get away with a less practical car once more as it'll only be used for work purposes Anyway, I think I got an absolute belting deal (hence not waiting for my idea colour), so couldn't say no really. Here's a couple of piccies to keep you going. Not planning on any modifications, especially to the exterior, but might consider some performance tweaks eventually (like to be stealthy). Are there many others members in the Stockport/South Manchester/Cheshire area???