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exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

2012 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 V8 Santorini Black

Original Headunit CarPlay for $200

Hi All,

Some of you may have seen my post on the Android headunit thread, where I showed this screen installed for around £250 / $340.

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Well, in yet another episode of me trusting AliExpress and Alibaba with far too much of my money, I've gone and bought another kit! This one's identical to the UAD unit - original headunit layout, complete with CarPlay, Android Auto, screen mirroring, USB playback, and even composite video in! I believe it supports dual view and single view.

Total cost for this kit delivered was $200, took 9 days to get delivered. I thought I'd make a post so if anyone else is interested, they can follow along. It's roughly £147 so it's a very very lucrative option and has the benefits of all the original unit. I have actually spoken to many sellers now and some are able to source it for as low as $140!

Once it's in, I'll post some photos and the link - don't want anyone buying it before I've confirmed it works!

Time to take the car apart (again)!

Link to the unit: https://www.alibaba.com/x/1l9iuOh?ck=pdp

Last edited by exyjerome on 21st Aug 2025 11:54am. Edited 1 time in total

7th Jul 2025 2:03pm

madnessgonemad

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Kent
Posts: 114

Interesting.
Do you not prefer a bigger screen like the one you have already put in?
I’m just curious!

7th Jul 2025 5:05pm

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

The larger screen is definitely nicer to use, no question - but the Android unit has had its fair share of issues. Occasionally it wouldn't turn on at all, the microphone and calls were hit and miss, and accessing the 360 camera was possible, but a bit of a faff. Plus, no support for the rear entertainment system, which was a shame.

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I came back to this step a few times, as I didn't put the ribbon cable in correctly, but on my 4th (or 5th) reassemble of the head unit, it worked!

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Only had a brief chance to test it, but I can already hear a clear difference in audio — much better through CarPlay on the standard headunit compared to the Android one. Functions the same as the UAD one, hold end call for a couple seconds and it engages CarPlay.

Now I just need to put the car back together... tomorrow's problem!

7th Jul 2025 9:47pm

madnessgonemad

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Kent
Posts: 114

Nice to have the complete OEM look. And you have access to the original screen for settings etc.
I have done an accessory screen positioned in the top vents which I am pleased with ( see my thread).
I have had no issues with sound quality. The phone is not perfect so I use the original set up for calls.I can access the original screen also for DAB and hd audio.

But I do like the original look but was put off by the price of them! I will be interested how you get on.

8th Jul 2025 11:22am

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

Yeah, I think it definitely looks better with the full OEM look. I saw your top vent screen setup and was actually tempted to go the same route, looks really tidy!

Totally agree on the price - £600 for the UAD kit and £2,300 for the JLR equivalent? No chance. But after chatting with a few sellers on Alibaba and managing to agree on $200, I figured it was worth a punt!

8th Jul 2025 12:10pm

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

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All back to normal now. I’ve only driven about 2 miles since the install, so it’s too early to comment on long-term reliability. That said, I’ve had the car on and off a few times while jumping in and out, and each time the radio has powered up and connected to my iPhone straight away. By the time I’m seated, CarPlay is already up and running.

8th Jul 2025 6:16pm

landy95

Member Since: 04 Aug 2021
Location: West Midlands
Posts: 86

2011 Range Rover Autobiography TDV8 Santorini Black

Hi there, can you add a link for the OEM upgrade unit. I can't find it anywhere on alibaba.
Cheers. Also own a 1976 Land Rover 101 3.5 V8.
Previously owned:-
2012 Range Rover Westminster.
1991 Range Rover Vogue 3.9 V8.

8th Jul 2025 7:52pm

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Den...76192.html

This is the exact one I purchased, although I did message the seller and we agreed at $200.00 with shipping.

8th Jul 2025 7:59pm

landy95

Member Since: 04 Aug 2021
Location: West Midlands
Posts: 86

Nice one, found it $245 with free shipping.
Will have a punt, its likely to be the same unit as UAD.
Cheers. Also own a 1976 Land Rover 101 3.5 V8.
Previously owned:-
2012 Range Rover Westminster.
1991 Range Rover Vogue 3.9 V8.

8th Jul 2025 9:48pm

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

Yes I believe so, looks like the UAD one has a different packaging but otherwise identical.

At that price it's hard to go wrong really!

8th Jul 2025 9:51pm

landy95

Member Since: 04 Aug 2021
Location: West Midlands
Posts: 86

Hi exyjerome.
Did you have to pay vat and import duty.
Cheers. Also own a 1976 Land Rover 101 3.5 V8.
Previously owned:-
2012 Range Rover Westminster.
1991 Range Rover Vogue 3.9 V8.

12th Jul 2025 11:55am

exyjerome

Member Since: 24 Mar 2025
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 31

Hi landy,

No, no duty or customs anything for me.

Have you been charged?

12th Jul 2025 12:26pm

landy95

Member Since: 04 Aug 2021
Location: West Midlands
Posts: 86

Not by the seller, i have been charged in the past when it arrives in the UK by the relevant courier. We will have to wait and see, I only ordered yesterday. Fingers crossed🤞
All the best. Also own a 1976 Land Rover 101 3.5 V8.
Previously owned:-
2012 Range Rover Westminster.
1991 Range Rover Vogue 3.9 V8.

12th Jul 2025 12:57pm

Flashman

Member Since: 05 Jun 2011
Location: Windsor & Brentwood
Posts: 1240

Glad I came across this thread, I have been waiting for a more realistic pricing to appear on the OEM look option. Looks like the bank account is going to take a small hit this weekend too! Tom

Current Drive
2011 4.4 TDV8 Autobiography - Santorini Black - Ivory Leather

Previous Drives
2004 Model Vogue Td6 (Touchscreen) - Java Black - Parchment Leather
1994 RR Classic 3.9 V8 Soft dash - Niagara Grey - Grey Leather
1972 Series III SWB Safari - Green (Hand Painted) - Black Plastic

20th Jul 2025 12:05pm

madnessgonemad

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Kent
Posts: 114

exyjerome wrote:

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All back to normal now. I’ve only driven about 2 miles since the install, so it’s too early to comment on long-term reliability. That said, I’ve had the car on and off a few times while jumping in and out, and each time the radio has powered up and connected to my iPhone straight away. By the time I’m seated, CarPlay is already up and running.

Just wondering how the new unit is performing?
Any downsides compared to your previous set up?
Audio quality still good? Connection good?
Thanks.

20th Jul 2025 12:10pm

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