Fall in love all over again with the radio system in your American classic without hacking the dash or changing components.
Wouldn't it be nice to simply step into your ride and be able to stream your own audio applications without having to listen to the same old radio commercials or cables dandling from the dash? For the sake of adding Bluetooth streaming; many C5 owner have opted to replace the radio; but did you know the BLU-C5 provides a Bluetooth streaming solution without hacking the dash or changing the original radio? The revolutionary BLU-C5 just got better allowing Corvette owners who kept the original radio to stream internet music (e.g. Pandora, Spotify, SiriusXM, Deezer, Apple music etc.), as well as audio books, podcast, navigation guidance and other important application while on the road to work or cruising around town. Thanks to AVCRP, changing tracks is now possible using the familiar radio "SEEK" buttons. In addition; the built-in USB power port provides enough charging current to keep those power hungry devices charged while on the road. With two installation options; users decide where to install/connect the module: (1) To the radio (behind the dash) or (2) to 10-pin "CD" plug (in trunk/hatch)* - your choice! Regardless of install location (radio, trunk or hatch); the 12-disc changer (if present) has to be disconnected. To retain use of the 12-disc changer, purchase our BTA-C5 instead. For additional C5 products please click to open this features COMPARISON CHART for details.
» Bluetooth 4.2 support for music streaming profile.This module does not support hands-free calls. Purchase our BT3-C5 instead.
» Your choice of install location; (1) behind the dash or (2) if pre-wired; to the 10-pin "CD" plug in trunk/hatch*)
» Auto-pair/un-pair upon entering/existing vehicle (Will not drain car battery)
» New!!" Supports wireless audio control (AVRCP) allowing use of the radio "SEEK" buttons to track forward/backwards.
» Stream Apple music, turn by turn directions, SiriusXM, Pandora, Deezer, Podcast, Spotify, Waze and more.
» New!!" Built-in USB charging port (5V/2.1A) to keep those power hungry devices changed while on the road.
» Optional: 6 ft. dash mount USB extension cable (Click install guide below for details)
[To avoid costly returns, It is important to observe all requirements, warnings and install guide information prior to purchase.]
1. Exclusive to 1997-04 Corvette (C5) AM/FM/TAPE radios with AUX button on faceplate. (Bose and Non-Bose).
2. Exclusive to 1997-04 Corvette (C5) AM/FM/CD radios with AUX button on faceplate (Bose and Non-Bose).
3. CD changer in trunk/hatch (if present) must be disconnected. To retain use of the 12-disc changer; purchase our BTA-C5 instead.
4. To select install location, make selection from drop-down menu. Select trunk/hatch install only if vehicle has a 10-pin "CD" plug. otherwise select radio location.
5. Still not sure which product fits your need? Please click to open this features COMPARISON CHART for details.
» Bluetooth module (2"x 2"x 0.7") x 1
» Installation harnesses: 20-pin for radio install or 10-pin for trunk/hatch installs x1
» Add-a-fuse Mini-tap with 5A fuse x1 (For trunk/hatch installs only)
Optional: 6 ft. dash mount USB extension cable (Click install guide below for details).
Avoid costly returns. Please read entire INSTALL GUIDE and frequently asked questions prior to ordering.
Footnotes: [See drop-down for reference]
* All installations to the pre-wired 10-pin "CD" plug requires routing the 12V accessory wire to fuse panel under passenger floorboard. Click install guide link for details.
1. Install behind the radio or to 10-pin "CD" plug in trunk/hatch. CD changer (if present) must be disconnected. To retain 12-disc changer usage, purchase our BTA-C5 instead.
2. Supports audio streaming only. Not for phone calls (HFP). See our BT3-C5 kit instead.
3. This module must first be assembled (built by hand) after which time it is then shipped using shipping method selected at checkout.
