In car communications and connectivity
Working alongside a leading auto in car specialist, we are now able to offer a range of in car communications solutions and upgrades for most models of Aston Martin, including Ipod integration kits, bluetooth connectivity solutions, front and rear ultrasonic park distance control sensors, front and rear parking cameras and exhaust valve control switches.
Details of the various options that we are delighted to offer are below and you can purchase any of the items at our online store or alternatively, please feel free to contact our parts department directly on 0208 741 882 or parts@nicholasmee.co.uk
Ipod integration
This fully integrated installation is available for all Pre 2008 model year DB9, V8 Vantage and 'late dash' Vanquish S. This kit is connected to the MOST fibre optic loop that connects the audio system to its components, thereby allowing the best possible sound quality from the system. Once the Ipod is connected, it can either be controlled via the Ipod or from the ICM (dash control unit). Depending on whether the device that you are most often likely to connect is an Ipod or an Iphone, the actual connection cable can be situated in the cubby tray in the centre console or hidden from view in the glovebox. There is also the facility to connect a USB device.
The kit is already enabled to use the latest generation of Iphone 3GS /Iphone 4 and Ipod products. It is also firmware upgradeable, to allow for any future software changes in the Ipod/Iphone. The gateway can handle song information up to 100Gb. Pictures of the installation process and actual connection (here pictured in the glovebox) are provided below.
The price of the Ipod integration kit including fitting and VAT is £599. We prefer if fitting takes place at our workshop in Hammersmith, West London but in certain cases we can also organise fitting at your address. Please contact us for further information.
Bluetooth connectivity and integration
Our bluetooth integration kits are suitable for Aston Martin models that already have the existing GSM hands free preparation (such as DB9 and V8 Vantage) or no hands free communication facility from scratch such the Vanquish and DB7 models. The solution that we are pleased to offer is the 'Parrot' system.
We have one fixed price of £599 (incl VAT) for the installation of any Parrot Hands Free Kit into any Aston Martin. Again, we prefer that fitment takes place in our workshop but we can offer fitment at your address if required. The price also include a warranty on the equipment and labour for as long as the client owns the vehicle.
Front and rear parking distance sensors 
For cars that were not originally specified with parking distance sensors, we are able to fit both front and rear ultrasonic sensors to provide you with this useful function. These are drilled into the bumper and colour matched to the original Aston Martin Paint Code then wired into the passenger compartment, where a covert switch is fitted, or an automatic switch can be specified whereby they will turn on below 6mph.
Suitable for all 'Gaydon' produced models, including the DB9 and V8 Vantage, the price for our fully integrated and painted kit is £749 including VAT. Fitment takes place at our Hammersmith workshop.
Front and rear parking cameras
We are now able to offer front and rear parking cameras. These allow the image to be displayed on the navigation screen. The front camera is situated below the number plate to allow a view of upcoming objects, kerbstones and the like, which can be difficult to see over the bonnet. This is controlled via a switch either on the steering column or hidden in the ashtray. The rear camera can be discreetly mounted under the bumper line and will switch on automatically once reverse is selected. Pictures of the cameras and the camera image on the navigation display are provided below.
The front and rear parking camera installation is suitable for all 'Gaydon' produced models. The price for the rear view camera is £1,399 including fitting and VAT and for both the front and rear cameras, including split view on the front camera, is £1,799 including fitting and VAT. Fitment takes place at our Hammersmith workshop.
