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For some reason, the photo for this product does not match what the actual item is. The written description is correct, though. It is the replacement cable/speaker needed for your Garmin GPS system. It is identical to my original cable/speaker, which had broken (the metal prongs no longer made proper contact with the unit). My original cable no longer fit tightly into the unit--hopefully, that won't happen with this cable which seems to have a good, tight fit into the unit. This item (which cannot be obtained on the Garmin website or in any stores they list as carrying their products--I checked) works perfectly and seems reasonably priced.

The item I received was the product that was pictured and was the one I was expecting. Received in secure packaging and in good condition. Arrived a little sooner than I expected, which was much appreciated since my old cord was going bad and I needed it quickly but didn't want to pay extra for fast-shipping.

We have the Garmin StreetPilot and LOVE it, but the cable itself is a horrible design! We are now on our 4th cable!! Luckily we've been able to get 2 of them for free from Garmin with our receipt (1 yr warranty). Each time it seems the contacts don't connect as they should be and we have to wiggle it in the cigarette lighter until they connect. Eventually wiggling doesn't work and it just wont turn on. Then on to yet another cable...

After FIVE years of service, my Garmin 2610 factory orginal speaker/power cord developed a broken wire "short" near the connector. Consulted the factory and web-site. Their offering was significantly MORE $$$. Garmin customer service representative 'helped' me find alternative offerings. THIS unit is an EXCELLENT direct replacement for the Garmin 2610/2620 series 'Street Pilots' and others. THIS unit's speaker provides even BETTER audio quality than the factory original. These GPS models are NO LONGER being manufactured, so I thought replacement parts MIGHT be difficult to obtain. THIS power cord IS what the Doctor ordered!!

The Garmin 12/24 Volt Cable with External Speaker is just what I ordered. I had to replace the previous cable in which the rubber came apart and exposed the wires, eventually breaking the red wire. This caused the cable to stop functioning. I am now very careful when handling the new cable. It works perfectly with my Garmin 2720 GPS unit. I received the new cable as promised and when promised.