[DDMay87]

My OnStar trial period is ending and I want to go back to a portable GPS. I would rather not put it on the windshield (worried about it falling off or getting stolen). Anyone have creative mounting options below the dash? Obviously I would like it as slick and professional looking as possible.

 

[elcompaLalo]

Check the link in my sig.

Here is where I mounted mine, has unobstructed view for signal and close to the driver for easy viewing and safer driving.

 

[chevyguy8893]

These are supposed to be nice and give a clean install look. I want to get one for my car for my ipod. http://www.crutchfield.com/p_042CV5308G/Pro-Fit-Chevy-VSM-G3.html?tp=1939
Some places have vent mounted holders that look decent. I have seen some at autozone and advance auto parts.

 

[DDMay87]

I like the VSM mount... where exactly does it go?

 

[LTZ Malibu]

I have mine in the same location as elcompaLalo, But am thinking about the Kuda mount, looks very neat.

KudaUSA.com

 

[elcompaLalo]

^^^^^

I like that, wonder how permanent it would be though.

EDIT: Just checked out the site, surprisingly the two mounts they offer are not a permanent thing. Could easily be installed and then removed with no harm to the car.

 

[whoflungpoo]

pffffffft. whats wrong with setting the location, turning it on loud and throwing it in the backseat and listen to the directions?

i didnt even remove the little round thing that you sit on your dash or the suction cup mount from the box when i bought it...

 

[Mike Hawke]

I mounted my Garmin 255W in the dash top compartment by tracing the outline of the adhesive disc on the bottom side of the rubber insert for the dash top compartment. I cut out the circle from the bottom with a razor knife and replaced the insert. I removed the adhesive backing placed the disc in the hole. The rubber insert can be removed for cleaning without disturbing the disc. This setup does not take up any space in the compartment and does not show any evidence of the GPS installation when the compartment is closed.
It is easy to view while driving and destinations can be easily entered.

Mike Hawke

 

[elcompaLalo]

pffffffft. whats wrong with setting the location, turning it on loud and throwing it in the backseat and listen to the directions?

i didnt even remove the little round thing that you sit on your dash or the suction cup mount from the box when i bought it...

Haha, for one.......just listening sometimes isn't enough. You need to see to be prepared for your next turn/off-ramp...etc.

And second, signal. Throwing it in the back seat may not be the best way of getting good reception.

 

[LTZ Malibu]

I mounted my Garmin 255W in the dash top compartment by tracing the outline of the adhesive disc on the bottom side of the rubber insert for the dash top compartment. I cut out the circle from the bottom with a razor knife and replaced the insert. I removed the adhesive backing placed the disc in the hole. The rubber insert can be removed for cleaning without disturbing the disc. This setup does not take up any space in the compartment and does not show any evidence of the GPS installation when the compartment is closed.
It is easy to view while driving and destinations can be easily entered.

Mike Hawke

Looks neat, but don't you think that the compartment cover obstruct the front vision?

 

[ChicagoMalibu2009]

The Kuda mounts look neat -- I'd even think about getting both styles for my GPS and Phone. Then I looked at the price!!!
That would run over $200 total. Any lock on some resellers where a discount might be possible?

Seems steep but sometimes thats what quality aftermarkets are. Still, getting at least $50 off would be sweet

 

[elcompaLalo]

The Kuda mounts look neat -- I'd even think about getting both styles for my GPS and Phone. Then I looked at the price!!!
That would run over $200 total. Any lock on some resellers where a discount might be possible?

Seems steep but sometimes thats what quality aftermarkets are. Still, getting at least $50 off would be sweet

The price is steep, and for me the deal breaker would be that it is only available in black.

 

[Mike Hawke]

Looks neat, but don't you think that the compartment cover obstruct the front vision?

I can look right over the top. It does not get in my way.

 

[wxman13]

I have the Kuda with Garmin GPS mount for sale on eBay for the 08-11 Malibu, if anyone is interested. I put in a in dash gps unit, and no longer need the kuda mount.

 

[elcompaLalo]

I have the Kuda with Garmin GPS mount for sale on eBay for the 08-11 Malibu, if anyone is interested. I put in a in dash gps unit, and no longer need the kuda mount.

You should put it up here in the Trading Post. Might just get rid of it a bit faster.

 

[familyman]

Check the link in my sig.

Here is where I mounted mine, has unobstructed view for signal and close to the driver for easy viewing and safer driving.

I'm reviving an old post of yours. Looking for a clean mounting location for my Garmin. I was thinking of the same location you put yours. How did you run the power cord? Do you have it hard wired to an ignition power source or still plugged into the 12v outlet? I don't want to have to turn it on and off every time. I would rather it turn on and of with the ignition.