Buying my Christmas present

I'm buying myself a new radio/cd player for the car. But, it's really more than that. I want one the I can hook my IPOD directly into so I can listen to it without buying accessories. When I first got the IPOD I got a cassette tape adapter and that worked well, but then the radio started spitting the cassette out. I've tried 2 different FM tuners and there's just too much static on them to enjoy the music. So, I decided just to get a new radio.

Now, the question is, exactly what do I want in this thing? If I'm buying one I have to take into account all that I want out of it. I know I want AM/FM reception, that's a given. But, I also want a CD player, input for the IPOD and a USB port. That way, if any one thing fails I'll have 2 backups for entertainment. I can hook the IPOD up to the aux in or through the USB port (just in case).

So, I'm looking on Walmart's site last night and was overwhelmed with the choices available for around $100.00. I'm not much of a research type guy but I spent probably and hour and 1/2 on the site narrowing my search down (I'm more of a 'ooo, red! I like red' type guy). I also called my friend George (dial a friend) and got his input 'cause he knows a lot about this stuff than I do.

I'm pretty sure I've settled on a JVC for $128.00 on the Walmart site. So now I can start looking at other reputable sites (as in - they'll take it back without a hassle if there's a problem).

I hate this sort of thing usually, but it's really a good discipline to be forced into research because you've a limited amount of money.