Hello HybridZ.org. I am currently working on an Android powered in car PC unit that can completely control all functions within the vehicle that it would be installed. I am posting here first because the unit I am developing will be first installed in an early model Z car. I believe I can provide a product that can simplify many functions within the vehicle as well as adding features that would normally cost much more than the product itself.
Basically the point of this product without going into too many technical details is to control your car from a touch screen within the car, a PC or your Android phone. This will have the ability to connect any and all electrical circuits to the system to control or monitor. So this will act as a remote car starter if you wish, or roll up or down your windows, turn lights on, load songs, videos, or files to your car, option to create a password or PIN to enable ignition system or individual systems, GPS system, optional wireless carrier data signal support.
You name it and you can do it. I can not quote any solid pricing plans yet but I am looking at the $250 to $300 range. So far I do have a working model that I am currently sorting out. When this one gets finished I will be launching a KickStarter campaign to try and get this out there in larger numbers.
So, there it is, a quick summary of what I am looking to do. So far I am still looking for some developer support to help with the coding and development. Beyond that I think I will have this near completion within a few months. I will post some pictures and product tours as I can as well as keep anyone interested updated with progress.
Thanks for the interest and I hope to have you more updates soon.