LS430: Navigation Upgrades?

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Randy S - 12 May 2004 18:23 GMT

I'm considering purchasing a 2001-2003 LS430 (can't afford the 2004, even
though I like its appearance better). Anyway, I have a question about the
Navigation system.

According to Edmunds.com:
"The nav system now draws from a database with 5.6 million points of interest
(compared to 750,000 in 2003), and for the first time, its voice command system
covers basic climate and stereo functions along with nav-related queries."

The system is DVD based, right? Therefore, I could buy the newest DVD disc,
and install it in a 2001-2003 model, and get the 5.6 million POI ? That's a
significant upgrade in POI !!! (I'm not concerned about the addiitonal
voice-command options)

Also, anyone retro-fitted the 18" Wheels from the 2004 sports package to
their 2001-2003?

Thanks,
Randy in Chicago

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phase - 14 May 2004 14:07 GMT

if you buy a 2000-2003 LS430 you must buy an update for the OLD LS430!

both cars are DVD-based, but the 2004-2005 LS' disc WONT work in the
OLD modell!

also you must check if the OLD LS430 has the "calender funktion" or
not.

there are specific, different toyota spare part numbers. you can buy
with or without booklet (manual, which you dont need).

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Randy S - 14 May 2004 20:27 GMT

Just met with the dealer about the issue yesterday. He said that the 2004
updates WILL work in the 2001-2003 LS430. Updated POI, e.t.c.
HOWEVER, understandably, the update will not give you Bluetooth, or the
added voice commands for Navi/Climate.

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phase - 27 May 2004 06:43 GMT

i dont believe this until i see it with my own eyes! please buy it and
let me know! from outside you cant tell which DVD it really is. you
can just compare order numbers.

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