Hey all, 

I am looking to replace the single din Concert radio unit in my A3 8PA 1.6 to a Pioneer MVH-S420BT, however I’ve seen that I may need to do some wire cutting and buy extra looms? 

Can somebody explain to me very simply how to do it myself?

Or is there a way to buy a plug and play with no extra work?

 

(See attached images for exact unit models and numbers)

Edited May 26, 20251 yr by BK2611
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Unfortunately there is no simple solution to changing from one radio brand to another. Functions are different, plugs/sockets are different, wire colours are different, so there is always some wire cutting to do. To make matters worse, some Ebay sellers are not very helpful in supplying the right conversion wiring.

2 hours ago, cliffcoggin said:

Unfortunately there is no simple solution to changing from one radio brand to another. Functions are different, plugs/sockets are different, wire colours are different, so there is always some wire cutting to do. To make matters worse, some Ebay sellers are not very helpful in supplying the right conversion wiring.

Thank you for answering, I think it might be easier so if I just get the bluetooth adapter for the back of the original Concert unit instead as I am looking for minimal hassle.

7 hours ago, BK2611 said:

Thank you for answering, I think it might be easier so if I just get the bluetooth adapter for the back of the original Concert unit instead as I am looking for minimal hassle.

Try speaking to these people about what you want to do and what you'll need

Car Stereo Car Audio | Dynamic Sounds | Car Stereo System ...

They seem to be very good and not too expensive.

You need to get a loom converter, no cutting of wires at all.

 

I have a non Bose concert and fitted a pioneer MVH-S240DAB.

Only thing added was a powered dab antenna, the kit came with a patch lead to enable the use of the rear speakers and subwoofer.