I know I need tires and should re-gear before I start throwing money at the audio system, but I'm half tempted to go buy a sheet of 3/4" MDF and get started on the console. Heck, a sheet is less than $30 and would allow me to get started on the fun parts of the install. For the time being I reckon I can put my Eclipse back in there and enjoy the benefits of Sirius, iPod controls and USB input.
Here is a link to my previously installed and soon to be reinstalled Eclipse:
Finally installed!