portable car gps unit

the top of the line portable one I'm looking at is a mere 600 bucks and it offers a ton more features and better looking maps than the factory option, making me think the auto maker should stick to making cars and not GPS units.

still, I like how its cleanly integrated into the car, the portable mounts on the windshield and looks a bit tacky.

the factory also costs 2,000 dollars.

which one is worth it?

I would definitely go for the portable gps system because you can transfer it to different cars and if you say it's that much nicer, isn't it better to save yourself over one grand for something that might look what you think is tacky?? Besides, gps systems are becoming really popular so I highly doubt if your gonna be the only one. My dad has a portable one and he loves it cuz he has two cars and my mom has her car too. Anyways...don't waste your money for a smooth line. :D

2008-01-04 17:19:56 by Moto250cc

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Like the ones advertised, Tom Tom and similar devices. I want one for my car so I don't get lost so easily. Obviously I don't want to buy one that won't will be faulty.

I PURCHASED A GARMIN C-340 ABOUT 4 MONTHS AGO,IT IS VERY USER FRIENDLY AND I CANT TRAVEL WITHOUT IT. IT RECEIVED VERY GOOD RATINGS WHEN I CHECKED IT AGAINST OTHER PRODUCTS.IF YOU PURCHASE ONE,BE SURE TO REGISTER ON LINE WITH GARMIN,THEY WILL E-MAIL YOU W/UPDATES ARE AVAILABLE.THEY ARE VERY SIMPLE TO DOWNLOAD AND THEY ARE FREE. I THINK YOU WILL BE HAPPY WITH THIS PRODUCT,A LOT OF MY FRIENDS HAVE USED IT AND THEY FOUND IT VERY EASY/HELPFUL TO USE

2006-11-10 14:05:50 by The Head Cow

Price: $199.99

Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.
Lane assist with photoReal junction views.
Speed limit indicator - unit displays speed limits for most major roads.
Park position recall - find your car where you left it.
Lifetime map and traffic updates

garmin has the best and most detailed maps for the US. if you want to have a gps that allows multiple stops and optimize the best path the most economical garmin is the nuvi 750 for under $400
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UXD FN6?ie=UTF8&tag=marartpla-20&lin kCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=932 5&creativeASIN=B000UXDFN6

2008-02-14 11:01:34 by boong

Price: $39.99 $25.99

Ships in Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging
Four-arm shape conforms to your dashboard
Compatible with nüvi series GPS navigators and StreetPilot C5XX series
Garmin ball mount easily attaches to your existing cradle
One-year limited warranty

Like a portable Garmin...or Tom Tom...Are they any good?? And do they have to be plugged in all the time?

Yes i have a Magellan 4040 and its awesome, I never go out without carrying it with me. They do not have to be plugged in all the time only when you are in the car. Then you plug it into the cigarette lighter so that you can use it but otherwise recharging it is a cinch, just plug it into your electrical socket at home and the device will shut off once its fully charged. You can also use this device with your bluetooth and call a tow truck with it. Its awesome and I regret not buying it earlier, I could have went to lots of places that I otherwise would not have for fear of getting lost. Hope this helps

2007-11-20 19:46:55 by Mr. Woodcock Dilla

I don't know about the freezing, but my portable GPS was stolen from my car last week when I left it in my car in the driveway. I'd take it inside with you.

2008-12-12 15:16:32 by mai