Looking for an 80s radio

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I am looking for a model number CM5804 BMW radio made by Alpine that was supposedly came with some 320, 533, 733 series BMW's from 83 to 85. It is possible they were in other models around those years too. I have found a few but am looking for one in the SoCal area so I can check to see if it will fit in my Coupe.

I currently have in my Coupe what I think is a warranty replacement radio for these models that was made by Audio Systems Inc. (in the USA). No one can find information to repaired it. It looks almost identical to the Alpine radio but I don't know if the dimensions are the same. Any help would be appreciated.
 
Gary, You must a DIN rectangular opening then? All DIN radios use this size, the only difference is if there is female receiver bracket to hold it, it will still fit your opening.
 
Here is one available

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enoz05 said:
Why don't you put a period correct radio in it ?
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I have the original radio but it is AM only. I bought the Audio Systems Inc radio around 83 from Crevier BMW and all the wiring is in place for it. I really don't want to rewire it if at all possible. I have grown to like that style radio too.
 
HB Chris said:
Gary, You must a DIN rectangular opening then? All DIN radios use this size, the only difference is if there is female receiver bracket to hold it, it will still fit your opening.
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Chris, I think that radio came with some kind of frame to install in the original opening to hold the radio. It locks the radio in place. I don't know if that is what you are referring to as the female receiver bracket.
 
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enoz05 said:
Here is one available

www.ebay.com

Car Audio In-Dash Units for Sale - eBay

Save Big on new & used Car Audio In-Dash Units from top brands like Pioneer, Kenwood, Alpine & more. Shop our extensive selection of products and best online deals. Free Shipping for many items!
www.ebay.com
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I am probably aware of all the CM5804 radios available online including that one. Unfortunately, it is in Oregon, does not work and looks in pretty bad condition. I actually found one in SoCal but it sold before I could get a look at it. There is one in Colorado that looks to be in excellent condition and I would buy it if I knew it would fit. Chris may be right but mine has an outer frame on the face that the CM5804 does not. That outer frame appears to be for aesthetics, but I won't know until I get a look at the CM5804 in person.
 
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