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Old 12-29-2008, 10:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Garmin Zumo 450 or 550

It looks like the Garmin Zumo 450 has recently been discontinued. I think it was shown on the Garmin site last week but is no longer there now. It's available online for about $350 to $400 which seems to be a pretty good deal. I'm wondering if the difference between the 450 and 550 is significant enough in anyone's opinion not to get the 450.

I think the major difference is voice announcements and bluetooth capability. I don't remember because the feature comparisons on the site last week are gone this week. It seems like a good deal to me but what do I know, I've never used a GPS.

It's also possible that with the 450 discontinued that the 550 will be reduced in price too, or maybe other changes in the line either at higher or lower price points. Have no idea.

So if anyone has some thoughts, please advise. I know there's been a few here that recently bought the 550 and should be familiar with the feature set.

Thanks,
-Mike