Looking to mold a screen into the dash, but don't want to destroy the factory bezel- I want to be able to switch the bezel back to stock if need be. Anyone know where I can pick up a new bezel (besides the dealership)?

I remember there were a few online sites that had factory part listings...can't find links though :(

Thanks!

I'm looking for the same thing, not only so I can go back to the stock if I have to, but because I'd like to start-- and possibly complete--some of my planned customizations before my HHR comes in.

I don't even care what color the replacement is since I will have to paint it.

I'm sure the dealer could get it, but I haven't gotten that motivated yet.

A dealer would be the only likely choice right now.

If you have a little patience, it won't be long until some HHRs turn up wrecked in junk yards, where items like this would be a better buy.

Sorry I'm a bit confused about exactly what part your planning to mod? Can you please expain a bit more detail?

I'm talking about the plastic piece in the center console area that surrounds the AC vents, radio, and goes down to the cigarette lighter/accessory plug etc.

Looking to mold a screen into the dash, but don't want to destroy the factory bezel...

If you want to install a standard 2-DIN "screen" such as a GPS or video unit, there is no need to alter the stock bezel at all. It simply pulls off (gently pry with a screwdriver on both sides near the top seam). Once you remove the stock radio, any 2-DIN unit can be installed in its place.

Hope it helps,

Unfortunately, my mod isn't quite as simple as that. I wish.

Do you want to put a monitor in where the vents are or something? :confused:

I just want to add something small and have to move a couple buttons around. I have absolutely no intention of re-routing the AC vents etc. Minor stuff, but will require a bit of fabrication and re-finishing. No point in describing what I'm going to do until it's done. I'll post pics, but it's going to be a looong time (I ordered 1/16 and the order hasn't yet been picked up).

snova's the one that mentioned adding a screen (sorry, didn't mean to hijack your thread). I just jumped in because it'd be nice to get most of the work done before I get my HHR... and it'd also be nice to not have to drive around with plastic parts missing.

The dealership is the ONLY place you will locate one this early in the aftermarket game. I would call them right away - as it could take weeks for them to get the actual part in.

Best of luck, :thumb:

If you want to install a standard 2-DIN "screen" such as a GPS or video unit, there is no need to alter the stock bezel at all. It simply pulls off (gently pry with a screwdriver on both sides near the top seam). Once you remove the stock radio, any 2-DIN unit can be installed in its place.

Hope it helps,

Installing a VGA touchscreen for a carputer...their screens are a little larger then the standard 2 din units :(

The part is $97. My dealer says 3-4 days to get it.

Go to www.car-parts.com and search for your part. This is a Junkyard search. I did a quick search and came up with 5 places with HHR's. GOOD LUCK!

I ordered the part from 1stchevyparts.com for $73.84 shipped.

$55.49 for the part.
$11.10 for shipping (shipping is a flat 20% of your order)
$7.25 for handling.

Shipping and handling were outrageous, but the total was still still quite a bit lower than the dealer-- and no sales tax.

Ordered 2-24, received 2-28.

Interestingly, this part consists of the bezel plus both vents and the actual hazard button. No wonder it costs so much. :roll:

Hope this helps someone out.

www.partszoneonline.com
www.gmpartsdirect.com
www.newchevroletparts.com
www.gmpartscenter.net

I found the part on several web sites (15+ - after so many and not finding anywhere close to a better deal, I stopped searching)-- that was by far the best deal I found. Most wanted in the neighborhood of seventy-some dollars for the part, plus a minimum of 15% shipping-- and most had a flat handling fee as well.

I hadn't found partszoneonline.com, the part is $63.81 - not a bad price, but the shipping rates are not available with a note to "contact them if you need to know how much shipping is before you place the order." If it's less than $10.03, this is a better deal.

At gmpartsdirect.com, they don't seem to have anything after 2004. I don't have the part number handy, but when I did, if I remember correctly, when I searched their catalog, the part number couldn't be found.

newchevroletparts.com wants $73.01 before any shipping is figured in. They note that shipping is a minimum $10.00, so it's at least $83.01 there.

gmpartscenter.net is also not bad -- $67.14, but they also have a note that says "if you would like to know your shipping cost before placing an order please e-mail." If shipping is less than $6.70, this is a better deal.

Depending on the time of day and my mood when I placed the order, I may or may not have called to find out shipping rates, but I almost certainly would not have sat around and waited for them to respond with a shipping quote via email.

I was simply sharing the best price I'd found. :)