SMOKING HOT! Garmin c320 for $200 shipped
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SMOKING HOT! Garmin c320 for $200 shipped
Garmin c320 GPS for $199.99 from w/free shipping Fry's
http://www.frys.com/product/4579507
Limit 5 per customer - While supplies last
Detailed Description:
- WAAS-enabled 12 parallel channel GPS
- Built-in patch antenna; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection
- Removable 128 MB SD memory card
- Audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings
- Display: 2.8" W x 2.1" H (3.5" diag.), 320 x 240 pixels; QVGA transflective TFT with 16-bit color; 64K colors; bright white LED backlight and touch screen
- Unit dimensions: 4.4" W x 3.2" H x 2.8" D
- Weight: 9.45 ounces
- Built-in lithium ion battery for trip planning
- Integrated suction cup mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release
- USB interface
Included in Package
- SreetPilot c320
- City Navigator NT North America or Europe DVD with full unlock
- 128 MB SD memory card
- SD memory card slot
- Vehicle suction cup mount with 12-volt adapter*
- Setup guide
This is the same exact model I got myself for Xmas from WalMart.com for $236. It was a steal then. It's a smoking hot steal now! The 128 MB SD Card gives you enough storage for your regions, but if you swap it out for a 2 GB card, you can put all of North America on it.
http://www.frys.com/product/4579507
Limit 5 per customer - While supplies last
Detailed Description:
- WAAS-enabled 12 parallel channel GPS
- Built-in patch antenna; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection
- Removable 128 MB SD memory card
- Audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings
- Display: 2.8" W x 2.1" H (3.5" diag.), 320 x 240 pixels; QVGA transflective TFT with 16-bit color; 64K colors; bright white LED backlight and touch screen
- Unit dimensions: 4.4" W x 3.2" H x 2.8" D
- Weight: 9.45 ounces
- Built-in lithium ion battery for trip planning
- Integrated suction cup mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release
- USB interface
Included in Package
- SreetPilot c320
- City Navigator NT North America or Europe DVD with full unlock
- 128 MB SD memory card
- SD memory card slot
- Vehicle suction cup mount with 12-volt adapter*
- Setup guide
This is the same exact model I got myself for Xmas from WalMart.com for $236. It was a steal then. It's a smoking hot steal now! The 128 MB SD Card gives you enough storage for your regions, but if you swap it out for a 2 GB card, you can put all of North America on it.
Last edited by kenbuzz; 03-09-07 at 11:03 AM.
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good deal and a great unit...i bought the c330 for $200 used a few months back and really love it. the c320 is the same, except that it doesn't come with preloaded maps.
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Originally Posted by djmont
How well does this install in your car?
It installs just like a radar detector would... Mount suction cup cradle to windshield, snap in GPS unit & plug 12v plug into cigarette/12v accessory plug. A small child could install it.
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Originally Posted by Sonicflood
It installs just like a radar detector would... Mount suction cup cradle to windshield, snap in GPS unit & plug 12v plug into cigarette/12v accessory plug. A small child could install it.
I've just started looking for one of these, and this price is indeed attractive. I don't know much about what specs to look for though.
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Probably could have made due with this unit but just got the Garmin NUVI 370, paid $630 on ebay... one thing that put me off the streetpilot series is alot of reviews that the screen is not bright enough for viewing in direct sunlight.. not sure if they have changed that recently or not.
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Originally Posted by Sonicflood
It installs just like a radar detector would... Mount suction cup cradle to windshield, snap in GPS unit & plug 12v plug into cigarette/12v accessory plug. A small child could install it.
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so this unit comes with everything necessary right out of the box to install and use, giving directions from anywhere in the USA to anywhere else in the USA?
is it a touch screen interface?
is it a touch screen interface?
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Originally Posted by runner001
so this unit comes with everything necessary right out of the box to install and use, giving directions from anywhere in the USA to anywhere else in the USA?
is it a touch screen interface?
is it a touch screen interface?
I've owned this very unit for over a year and have really enjoyed it. I use it daily in my real estate practice and have used it on several vacations.
I prefered the SD memory card (C320) to built in memory (C330) as I am able to buy a larger SD memory card for my unit if needed.
It's easy to use & has a touchscreen interface. The feature I'd most like to have is bluetooth cell phone integration so I could see who's calling on the unit. The second feature I'd like to see is autofill when entering a street name. For example, I've grown accustomed to knowing how to find a county road but it can be difficult if its in the unit as County Road or Co Rd. I just enter Co and scroll to the number that I want.
The only real negative is that the screen can be tough to read if you have on polarized sunglasses. You kinda have to tilt your head a bit to read it. I rarely look at it though, once I've set my destination as the verbal commands work good enough for me! Others have mentioned that they wish that it announced the street names, but it's not that big of a deal for me.
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Originally Posted by runner001
so this unit comes with everything necessary right out of the box to install and use, giving directions from anywhere in the USA to anywhere else in the USA?
is it a touch screen interface?
is it a touch screen interface?
it will do the whole US...i also have a garmin 2610 and upgraded to a 2gb card, and with that, i was able to put the whole US (and canada too, i believe). so, to answer your question, if you want full USA maps, then the supplied memory card is too small, but if you buy a 2gb card, then you will have the entire us map. i've seen 2gb sd cards go for around $20, mostly non-name brand though at that price. personally, i'd pay a few more bucks for a namebrand one though.
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In direct sunlight the screen does wash out. I just turn it slightly to one side whenever glare is an issue. The windshield mount is rock-solid, and I've got a beanbag mount for when we move it to my wife's minivan... haven't used it yet to report anything.
The screen is plenty big, the voice prompts are loud and clear, and well, it's a Garmin. What more can I say - this is a really good price for a really good system.
The screen is plenty big, the voice prompts are loud and clear, and well, it's a Garmin. What more can I say - this is a really good price for a really good system.
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Thanks for all the replies and recommendations. I went ahead and ordered one. Since my camera uses SD cards too, I have plenty of 2gb memory cards.
I agree about the auto fill feature. It would be very helpful and can speed up the process. What do people usually do for security? Do you usually remove the device and take it with you? Is there a special carrying case?
Oops! One question I should have asked is: Are the maps current? Can they be updated? Is it free?
I agree about the auto fill feature. It would be very helpful and can speed up the process. What do people usually do for security? Do you usually remove the device and take it with you? Is there a special carrying case?
Oops! One question I should have asked is: Are the maps current? Can they be updated? Is it free?
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Originally Posted by runner001
Are the maps current? Can they be updated? Is it free?
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Originally Posted by Tarantino
Spend a bit more and get a Garmin Nuvi 350. It's the best GPS unit I've ever used, hands down, and it's not that much more.
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Originally Posted by runner001
What do people usually do for security? Do you usually remove the device and take it with you? Is there a special carrying case?
For a carrying case, I bought an inexpensive, padded camera bag for mine and it works great.
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Originally Posted by Sonicflood
I remove mine when parking anywhere other than my office or home.
For a carrying case, I bought an inexpensive, padded camera bag for mine and it works great.
For a carrying case, I bought an inexpensive, padded camera bag for mine and it works great.
and even parking at home, i'd remove it if you don't park it in the garage.
basically, anything of value should never be in plain sight inside the car...gps, laptop, ipod, etc.
just put it in the trunk or in the glove box.
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But you should remove the mount and wires too.... hear thieves look for those knowing you probably have the unit in the glove box or under the seat...even if you don't sucks to have your car broken into.
And yeah the NUVI's are more pricey..... if someone just wants a low cost unit (not bad or cheap) those probably aren't for them.
And yeah the NUVI's are more pricey..... if someone just wants a low cost unit (not bad or cheap) those probably aren't for them.
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Originally Posted by D.Pham00
and even parking at home, i'd remove it if you don't park it in the garage.
basically, anything of value should never be in plain sight inside the car...gps, laptop, ipod, etc.
just put it in the trunk or in the glove box.
basically, anything of value should never be in plain sight inside the car...gps, laptop, ipod, etc.
just put it in the trunk or in the glove box.
I do put it (along with the mount) in the trunk when parking out in the open
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As someone who drove the wrong way on the Grand Central Parkway this weekend, I am intrigued by this offering.
Do any GPS units currently give traffic status? Something along the line of the RDS-powered "TA" or "TP" options on German cars? (Works only in Germany natch).
Do any GPS units currently give traffic status? Something along the line of the RDS-powered "TA" or "TP" options on German cars? (Works only in Germany natch).
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I don't think this particular unit has the traffic updates. I think those only come with XM Satellite radio enabled systems.
Thanks for the heads up on this unit. I had a chance to test one a month or so back when I rented a car and loved it. This price is too good to pass up.
Thanks for the heads up on this unit. I had a chance to test one a month or so back when I rented a car and loved it. This price is too good to pass up.
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I just checked my order status. It now says its on backorder. I called the 877 number and the lady said they expect another shipment by the end of the month.
I tried to request a free upgrade on shipping but she refused. I see that they're not trying to make a waiting customer happy. Their loss.
I tried to request a free upgrade on shipping but she refused. I see that they're not trying to make a waiting customer happy. Their loss.
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Originally Posted by runner001
I just checked my order status. It now says its on backorder. I called the 877 number and the lady said they expect another shipment by the end of the month.
I tried to request a free upgrade on shipping but she refused. I see that they're not trying to make a waiting customer happy. Their loss.
I tried to request a free upgrade on shipping but she refused. I see that they're not trying to make a waiting customer happy. Their loss.
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Originally Posted by Tarantino
Spend a bit more and get a Garmin Nuvi 350. It's the best GPS unit I've ever used, hands down, and it's not that much more.
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$242.99 StreetPilot c320
$279.99 StreetPilot c330 (= c320 + preloaded maps)
$388.95 StreetPilot c340 (= c330 + traffic-ready + speaks street names)
$520.22 Nuvi 350 (= c340 + MP3 Player + multilingual translator)*
$533.95 Nuvi 360 (= Nuvi 360 + Bluetooth)
$705.48 Nuvi 660 (= Nuvo 360 + integrated traffic + FM transmitter)
These prices are from Amazon. They are not necessarily the least-expensive prices available on the web, but give you a general feel as to the price and feature differences between the various models.
*The Nuvi line add a few more features to the c340 than those listed and it comes in a different form factor. Visit Garmin's website for a full rundown on the differences between the StreetPilot (c3xx) and Nuvi lines, which seem to be mostly bells and whistles -- as far as basic navigation and routing go, the units are all very similar. Is the Nuvi worth double the price of the StreetPilot?? That's up to you.
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Nuvi vs StreetPilot:
Like the nüvi 350, the nüvi 360 also includes many entertainment and travel tools including an MP3 player, audio book player, JPEG picture viewer, travel alarm, and currency converters.
Like the nüvi 350, the nüvi 360 also includes many entertainment and travel tools including an MP3 player, audio book player, JPEG picture viewer, travel alarm, and currency converters.
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