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[rosebee]

Did you know that it is actually possible to add cruise control to a car even when it didn't come with it originally?

I just found this out recently. My car *could* have come with Cruise (it was one of the available options) but whoever bought the car when it was brand-new decided he/she didn't want it.

I called my dealer to ask about the process, and he said that while the original manufacturer's part isn't available he gave me the name & number of a local car accessories store (Sounds On Wheels) that can install an after-market version in my car for $399.

Since I see a frequent amount of 8-hour drives (to go see HTB) in my future, I thought that sounded like a deal!

HTB has pretty much the same car I do (his is a wagon & a year older, mine's a sedan), and his has cruise. It'll be interesting to see what this after-market kit looks like. I'm hoping it'll look just like it was an original part of the car.

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[lemniskate.livejournal.com]

since this is basically a stock job, call around to a few other garages to see what price they quote to install cruise control in your car. IT never hurts to see if someone can come up with a better price :)

[rosebee.livejournal.com]

That's a very good idea! :)