Metra single-DIN dash installation kit for GM 1982–2005, Black — multi-fit faceplates & bracket kit

Metra 99-4544 is a multi-fit dash installation kit that lets you mount a single DIN aftermarket radio cleanly into many 1982–2005 GM vehicles, including models equipped with an equalizer.

When replacing a factory head unit in older General Motors cars and trucks, trim mismatches or missing brackets often make the swap look unfinished. The Metra 99-4544 multi kit supplies the faceplates, mounting bracket option, and hardware needed to achieve a factory-like appearance and secure fit for a single DIN aftermarket stereo. It’s molded from ABS plastic and produced in the USA to blend with factory dash lines while accommodating common EQ-equipped dashboards.

Which GM years and dash styles does this kit work with?

This kit is built to fit a broad span of GM model years and dash configurations from the early ’80s through 2005. It’s specifically compatible with vehicles that used single DIN radios and those that had an equalizer option installed from the factory.

• Covers GM vehicles from 1982 through 2005.
• Includes compatibility for dashboards with factory equalizer openings.
• Works where original single DIN mounting brackets remain or are removed.
• Designed to integrate with common GM dash contours for a neat finish.

What parts are included and what do they each do?

The 99-4544 bundle contains the mounting and trim elements needed to adapt a single DIN aftermarket radio into various GM dashboards. Components snap together and mate with brackets so installers don’t need to fabricate custom parts.

• Four ABS faceplates: flat 1/2", 1/2" with EQ opening, and 1" extension — for matching different dash depths.
• Plastic housing that accepts the faceplates and centers the radio in the dash opening.
• 02-4544 bracket kit included for cases where factory brackets are missing.
• Hardware and installation kit pieces to secure the radio and trim in place.

How does this kit simplify the installation process?

Instead of cutting or reshaping the dash, the kit provides prefabricated trim and mounting parts that fit standard single DIN radios. Installers can reuse OEM brackets when available or rely on the supplied bracket kit when originals are absent, reducing installation time and improving final appearance.

• Snap-on faceplates eliminate the need for custom trim work.
• Bracket kit substitutes for missing OEM hardware, keeping installs straightforward.
• Multiple faceplate sizes help match dash depth and EQ cutouts quickly.
• Made from durable ABS to resist warping and provide a consistent finish.

Who is this for: The Metra 99-4544 is intended for DIY installers, professional audio shops, and anyone replacing a single DIN radio in compatible GM cars or trucks from 1982–2005, especially where the dash originally had an equalizer or factory brackets are not available. It’s a practical choice when you want a tidy, factory-style result without custom fabrication.