Want to upgrade 6006Cdc to DAB/Apple CarPlay

[camels]

Hello all - I'm after some advice please.

I have a 2007 model S-Max with 6006Cdc, factory-fit bluetooth phone connection and steering wheel controls which works fine at the moment, but was wondering whether I could replace this with an alternative head unit which does Apple CarPlay, DAB radio, and possibly bluetooth audio streaming (in that order of priority) - and without breaking the bank as I probably will only be keeping the car for another 3-4 years.

Any suggestions - and has anyone done this and can advise?

I'd like to keep the steering wheel control functionality if at all possible so any thoughts welcome!

[Luke4efc]

Yes it has been done, this question get's asked all the time.

It's no different than any other "double din" conversion where you fit an adapter to the stereo surround/fascia, a few brackets, and then a wiring harness adapter (search on eBay, they come as a kit). You then fit any double din stereo you want in your price range (Halfords may be a good place to start).

They do cost around £300+ for a decent brand such as Pioneer & Sony, but the cheaper ones are utter tosh.

[camels]

Thanks Luke - I was wondering specifically about the steering wheel controls part of it, is that fairly standard too in terms of fitting?