Metra 99-5716 Dash Kit For Taurus/Sable 00-03 Kit with Harness

by Metra

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.5 x 11.5 x 3 inches ; 2.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002BEYFE
• Item model number: 99-5716
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Product Description

Turbokits are uniquely designed to provide the right combination of strength, appearance and versatility. In many cases, a rear support for the aftermarket radio is provided; it is either built into the kit or supplied with it. This adds strength to the kit and makes Turbokits the strongest in the business. They are the industry standard for installation kits.. often copied, never duplicated.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice, June 1, 2007

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Chris Church (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metra 99-5716 Dash Kit For Taurus/Sable 00-03 Kit with Harness (Electronics)

I received this kit from Amazon a couple days ago and put it and my new radio in my '02 Taurus in about 2 hours. It is sturdy and looks nice though it doesn't look like factory equipment. I chose this one because others were said to look cheap and feel flimsy. This one is definitely better than that.

The plastic is multi layer and sturdy and holds the radio without any problem. This adapter has back lighting for the climate controls too and they look better than those on the 96 - 99 kit also made by Metra which look pretty cheezy.

The biggest complaint (and its not that bad) is that the instructions could be a little more detailed. But after getting familiar with everything the installation was pretty easy. It would also be nice if they included the removal tools. I ended up shoving drill bits and allen keys in the holes then pushing the old one out from behind.

One quick note, if your new radio is deeper than the Ford control unit, you will probably have to remove the bracket that is designed to hold the back of the radio. If you don't the kit will bulge out since it can't slide all the way into the opening.

Overall I'm very happy with this kit.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Aftermarket Fit, July 19, 2007

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Adrian A. Dinham - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Metra 99-5716 Dash Kit For Taurus/Sable 00-03 Kit with Harness (Electronics)

The fit and finish on product was execellent. Other than the din unit in place, it is difficult to tell it is not a factory installation.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars 4/5 Great Overall, August 2, 2010

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illusi0n90 (Mapleton, IL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metra 99-5716 Dash Kit For Taurus/Sable 00-03 Kit with Harness (Electronics)

I have a 2000 Ford Taurus SE. Firstly, I would only recommend you purchase this kit if the year of your car is 2000-2003 (as stated on the box.) The kit comes with everything you would need, the only drawback; however, is that the directions could be more detailed as far as wiring goes. The diagrams could also be better drawn, but what can you do. I had to take this into Best Buy, because I just couldn't figure out how to wire the darned thing. Although, if wiring is your thing, this will be no problem whatsoever for you. I would also recommend you pickup a "din" removal tool, which will save you a boatload of hassle. Overall, the thing looks great, works great, and I would highly recommend this to anyone who was interested.