Hello MP3 Community!

[Sier]

I just wanted to say hello. I've been reading for a couple days now, and finally decided to register

I want to start off saying what I'm into to, and what are my plans.

- I love cars, I'm not an expert, but will always be looking/reading.. to learn more and more
- Electronics components are also part of my favorite list, however I'm a TOTAL newbie, regarding mounting/assembling/making it work

I currently own a 2006 Honda Si, and was thinking about a DVD/NAV/MULTIMEDIA solution.
So It came across my mind:
1- CarPuter
2- Cheap DVD+NAV (Double Din)

I still haven't decided which would be better cost/benefit.
I don't want to harm my electric system on my "brand new car" :P
And at the same don't want to spend lots of money on a NAV System.

So I found out about the AVIC-D3, which would cost me roughly about $700 (AVIC-D3 + BEZEL + INSTALLATION), and It was my best shot.

Until, a couple min ago, I found a "MINI-ATX" setup, and would like to get opinions from you guys, the EXPERTS.

- Motherboard = Commell LV-671MP
- RAM = 256MB - DDR 2700 (could be upgraded)
- Processor = Intel Pentium M processor 1700MHz
- External Power Brick and built-in DC-DC Power Supply (according to the seller)

He wants close to $200 for this ^^ Used for a couple "weeks".
Any comments? Worth it?


- My main problem is: LACK OF ROOM.. I live in an apt. and don't have a "garage" to work on my car, or workspace to deal with fiberglass..

I would really be happy, to learn about carputers/fiberglass/fabrication/audio installs, but unfortunately looks like it will be a little complicated.
Please give me some input.

PS: Sorry, didn't want to make this post too long, but couldn't help it :P So many questions :P

Thanks all.

[Sier]

Thanks for all the views.
If you have any suggestions/advice, please feel free to write