I'm looking to install one of these units in my truck this coming week. Just looking for some opinions and which unit you would choose and why.

Also, is there a way to bypass the 205/505 so I can watch DVD's while driving?

Thanks,
Chris

 

Yes, PAC-TR7

 

This for some may be a tough decision. I have a Z2 with a Z3 image and I'm going to say go for the Z3. If I'm not mistaken I think that you can take the nav unit out of the Alpine and use it in another car. If this is the case and it may help you I would say to go with that unit simply for that reason. I like the Z3 b/c its Nav is hard drive based and it has a 7" screen compared to the 6.5". I also think that the Z3 looks better but that is my personal opinion. If your not stuck on these two units give the Pioneer Avic F900BT a look. Their is a great review of it here www.avic411.com. Also at that site you can gain a great deal of info on the Z3. What ever you do let us know and post pics.