Unfortunately, all the "retro" look radios are ungodly expensive also.

I kind of like the hidden radio idea.

Take a look at one of these. You can hid the radio and have a small remote at your fingertips.

http://www.cnet.com/products/pyle-plus-series-plcd15mr-car-cd-receiver-in-dash-unit-full-din/

http://www.allaudioexpo.com/nav/details.asp?itemid=2566

Some of the newer ones have attachments for Iphones, Ipods, etc... You can control them with your phone.

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_65886_Kenwood-KMR-555U.html

1954 3600 Chevy Truck
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