$300 VW RCD330 - 4 Year Ownership Update! (Carplay/Android Auto)

This is the Volkswagen RCD-330: A plug-and-play Apple CarPlay/Android Auto-Compatible Head-Unit for under $300! Even though I already made a video detailing the various models, where to get them from, and the full installation in my 2020 video, I wanted to make an update since I've had mine installed for almost 4 years. Has it been reliable? What advantages/disadvantages are there? What features does it have? And what alternatives are available for our cars? Find out in this video!
RCD-330 In-Depth Info & Installation Video
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[@lilahkessler6730]

I followed you back when we went to high school together and I just gotta say, youve got the perfect radio voice. 10/10

[@tristan.z]

Thank you so much for reaching out! I'm really trying to perfect my "Radio Voice" :P

[@h.4355]

I will install today 🤗

[@oscarmu901]

Thanks for info bro I’m getting an mk6 and definitely picking one up

[@fakenorwegian4743]

It's like a mini restomodification for your interior.

[@_chan.burn.21_]

The RCD330 has been one of the best upgrades I've made to my 2015 Beetle 1.8T, and I even recently installed a flip-badge backup camera to compliment it.
I would highly recommend anyone with an older VW to look into this upgrade if they want more connectivity, and also would like to add that buying a short braided cable and a good MagSafe dashboard or A/C vent mount to go with it cleans up everything nicely!

[@ivan.orsolic]

Hi, does it display rear camera together with sensors like it does on rns 510?

[@Rakeeten]

Hi Tristan! Very nice videos you’ve made about this topic. I have a 2011 Skoda Superb and the original Columbus radio have broken. I am considering ordering the one you show. Did some research and my Skoda has something called “Sound system”. Not 100% sure what it means but I think the speaker system is somewhat upgraded or a more high quality option.. I have heard that this sound system can make the third party radio you show not compatible with my car. Do you have any details on this? I know it is only 300$, but still it is quite a lot money to take the risk. Thanks again for your nice videos!

[@mashaly5686]

does show up the car menu, I have vw cc 2013

[@orevillagesSNP]

Does it work without steering wheel controls?

[@maker_kutz]

will this work in a 2015 Skoda Yeti >?

[@McMacker4]

You mentioned that the CAR button is gone in the RCD330 but that stuff is configured through the gauge cluster. My Polo 6R (PQ25) has the Car button with System settings like Set Wheel Pressure, Car Locking Settings, Service Reminders, etc. You show that the options are available on the gauge cluster screen but I don't think I have that option, neither do I have buttons on my steering wheel. Are these options not available in the RCD330? I wouldn't know how to change these settings without the CAR screen on the infotainment system.

[@McMacker4]

Ok Nevermind. Turns out my Polo is the facelifted 6C version which runs on the PQ26 platform and has a different trim. This means i would need a trim replacement because the hole for the screen is not square and the rotary knobs are part of the trim area, not the infotainment "square area" as they are in the 6R version.

[@Blueprint.Success]

i cant find rcd330 online can someone help?

[@MagicPowerPuff]

Hey. What if a car has parking sensors? If I replace an inferior radio unit with this, would RCD330 still display parking sensor information?

[@damianjarosz5826]

hey, yeah, if you put in revers, the radio will show park pilot screen and you will see your sensors information. But only if your stock radio have that option.

[@abhijotsingh9024]

Can we install amplifier and subwoofer on this head unit ?? Because i am currently running one with the retro head unit ?

[@DaMonsterMonster]

There are modules that convert a signal from a speaker source to go to an amplifier, so really you can put an amp in any headunit ever made. Had one in my 2013 wrangler grabbing signal off the rear speaker.

[@mattmt3105]

Can I play music with bluetooth only? Or do I have to be connected with a usb as well?

[@ConchobharOTiarnaigh]

USB for CarPlay, separate Bluetooth menu like stock vw

[@taddb9810]

does anyone know if this specific head unit works for a 2010 vw golf gti?

[@michaelh5416]

yes it does (ie 6RD 035 187B Noname)

[@johnathon8293]

Where is a reliable place to purchase one?

[@beatzzgaming1086]

Amazon but expensive

[@OriginalDanHD]

@@beatzzgaming1086Amazon won’t have the CarPlay and Android

[@Wilkeh1]

EDIT: Ignore me, I've found the answer

[@progredior0]

You can delete the comment instead of editing then.