New LS owner! How can I tell if it's Alpine audio?

[teddyespols]

Hello everyone! It seems like this is the most popular LS community on the web, so I'm glad to be a part of it! I just inherited a 2000 Lincoln LS V8 and I am absolutely in love with it. However, it has a few minor problems that need attention.

I'm looking to upgrade the stock head unit. However, it appears I need to determine if my stock unit is Alpine or not in order to get the right installation parts. I have the cassette player and a 6-CD changer in the glove box, but nowhere does it say "Alpine." I have no documentation on the car or its features. How can I confirm that it is an Alpine system or not?

I'm sure more questions will follow, but I don't want to bombard you with newbie inquiries. I freaking love this car and I plan on babying it and holding on to it for life. I'm looking forward to being an active member of the LVC community!

 

[LS4me]

How can I confirm that it is an Alpine system or not?

Easy...... it says "Alpine" on it.

 

[1LoudLS]

that, and it really doesnt matter if its alpine or not.

if you want a double din radio you will need this dash kit 95-5000B (the B is for black)
http://metraonline.com/part/95-5000B

if you want single din (yuk) you will need this dash kit 99-5000
http://metraonline.com/part/99-5000

then you will need this wire harness 70-55819
http://metraonline.com/part/70-5519

if you dont have the OEM subs, then you can either not use the second harness or get the 70-1771

the you will need the ASWC to get the steering wheel controls to work (the radio you get must support it)
http://metraonline.com/part/ASWC-1