Product Description
Custom Autosound Slidebar Radio for a 1970-74 Chevy Impala
Custom Autosound's Slidebar Radio provides enthusiasts with a completely authentic looking classic car or truck stereo without sacrificing the latest in technology. Best of all it will fit in your vehicle's dash without any modifications required. The Slidebar Radio provides the best of both worlds, a true working slidebar display and a full-featured digital display in the same stereo. Simply slide the bar in the center of the radio to the right and hide the analog slidebar revealing a full-featured digital display underneath. The slidebar is designed with large OEM style push-buttons to compliment the look of your classic car. Its digital display provides seven backlit color options designed to match the color of your dash instrumentation. When it comes to technology the Slidebar is designed with the best features available including Bluetooth, a USB input for flash drives and a Dock for your iPod. When connected to these devices the radio's digital display will display artist, song, album and allow song navigation through the radio itself. The slidebar is compatible with AD2P which enables bluetooth streaming from your enabled phone or device as well as hands-free mobile calling through the vehicles speakers & built-in microphone. With 300 watts peak the radio provides plenty of power but additionally contains four pre-outs and one subwoofer out. The Slidebar also comes with Aux-in for optional satellite radio as well as our optional compact CD/DVD
Specifications:
- Direct CD1 Control
- Electronic Tuning and Volume Control w/Last Volume Memory
- Loudness compensation
- Front Rear Fader
- Digital Clock
- 4 Channel RCA Pre-outs
- USA/Euro Tuner
Slidebar Radio for a 1970-74 Chevy Impala FAQ
Is this radio made specifically for the 1970-74 Chevy Impala?
This listing is the version made for the 1970-74 Chevy Impala, designed to go into the original dash opening.
Will it keep the stock look of my 1970-74 Chevy Impala dash?
Yes. It's built to keep the original look in the 1970-74 Chevy Impala dash while adding modern features.
Is there a CD or Bluetooth upgrade?
Yes. The options include Single Slave CD.
Can I buy speakers and an antenna at the same time?
Add-ons offered here are a front dual voice coil speaker, a rear 6x9 speaker pair (Custom Autosound 6x9 Speaker Pair and Upgraded Pioneer Speaker Pair), and an antenna (Hideaway Antenna and Power Antenna).
Slidebar radio specifications
- High power: max 300 watts (45W × 4 output channels per Slidebar user manual)
- AM/FM with RDS; 25 presets
- 7 selectable LCD color choices; hideaway digital display with classic slidebar look
- USB MP3/WMA player; iPod dock charge and control (30-pin cable; USB iPod/iPhone not supported)
- CD changer controller (Custom Autosound CD1 or USA-CD60)
- Auxiliary input; RCA pre-outs (2 pair) plus subwoofer line out with crossover
- Front/rear fader; left/right balance; bass / mid / treble; DSP EQ; loudness; clock
- Power antenna lead; last-volume memory
- Direct fit to OEM dash opening (vehicle-specific conversion)
- 12 V negative-ground only; speaker impedance 4–8 Ω
- Optional BluKit Bluetooth adapter for streaming / hands-free
- Custom Autosound 2-year parts / 1-year labor limited warranty (in-dash radios)
Slidebar wiring and tech tips
Typical Custom Autosound harness (confirm against the printed diagram that ships with your unit):
| Function | Wire |
|---|---|
| Ignition / ACC +12V | Red |
| Memory / constant +12V | Yellow |
| Ground | Black |
| Power antenna / remote | Blue (fully automatic antennas only) |
Important: Both red and yellow must be connected. Do not connect the blue lead to a semi-automatic (knob/switch) factory antenna — that can damage the radio (per Slidebar manual).
Speakers: 4–8 Ω; do not common speaker negatives to chassis ground. Rear mounting strap required (omission voids warranty per manual).
Vehicle: 1970-74 Chevy Impala. Disconnect the battery before wiring. Vintage Car Radio does not install.
Slidebar manuals
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
Custom Autosound Limited Warranty
Per the Custom Autosound Slidebar / in-dash radio user manuals, parts are covered for 2 years and labor for 1 year from original purchase for defects in materials and workmanship (original purchaser).
Warranty does not cover antenna problems, installation damage, misuse, or unrelated vehicle electrical issues. Call Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676 for help coordinating service.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
FAQ — 1970-74 Chevy Impala Slidebar
Will this fit without cutting the dash?
Slidebar conversions are made for the OEM opening for 1970-74 Chevy Impala. Compare your dash to the product photos.
Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is available via the optional Custom Autosound BluKit adapter (unless your package already includes it).
Do you install?
No.
Warranty?
Custom Autosound in-dash radios: 2-year parts / 1-year labor per the Slidebar user manual.
Need help?
844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676.
Specs
Wiring / Tech Tips
Manuals
Warranty
Custom Autosound Limited Warranty
Per the Custom Autosound Slidebar / in-dash radio user manuals, parts are covered for 2 years and labor for 1 year from original purchase for defects in materials and workmanship (original purchaser).
Warranty does not cover antenna problems, installation damage, misuse, or unrelated vehicle electrical issues. Call Vintage Car Radio at 844-802-4499 or 574-226-6676 for help coordinating service.
Vintage Car Radio does not offer installation.
