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Garmin Drive™ 53

Garmin Drive™ 53 Portable navigator with 5" screen

MFR # 010-02858-00

4.5 out of 5 stars
15 reviews
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Garmin Drive 53

Harold from Trenton, FL on 12/30/2024

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I have not used it very much yet but if its as good as my old one which i had about ten years before someone stole it I will be happy.

Pros: Once i got it loaded & tried it out seem to work good

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Replacement for older Garmin

Steven from Winston Salem, NC on 8/26/2024

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Replacement for an older Garmin. Display quality is sharper, seems to be quicker keeping the location pin pointed. Use a good time for off road use.

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Garmin Drive 53

Donald from Eau Claire, WI on 7/3/2024

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It may not be as easy to use has My old 50, but I only have it a week, I only used it one time so fare. Do I like it ,( YES, it's a Garmin the only GPS I would use, I do use Google maps for somethings) I will have my Drive 53 on my dash when I go to the MSP AirPort SATURDAY. One thing I like, if you go past the right St. it will recalculate befor you get to the next block. Don Luedtke

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Garmin Drive 53

Allen from Arundel, ME on 6/28/2024

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work's great just what I needed

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Great picture

Edward from Saint Paul, MN on 6/13/2024

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It works as expected

Pros: Takes me where I want to go.

Cons: Cant think of anything.

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terrible customer care sell unit but not right acccessories

Emerson W Jr from North Canton, OH on 4/29/2024

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dont order garmin produts from Crutchfield they send you hook up gear that doesnt fit your product my unit cant be hooked up 2 any produt they sent me the ball is 2 big for the part that has hole for ball unit the big one i got the ball is 2 big for any hook up and they quit getting the right parts im sure that customers are using the produt that the vechiels have in newer vehicles so im screwed

Pros: you tried 2 help me buy giving me garmins phone number thanks for that

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Crutchfield response on 5/1/2024
Emerson, we're sorry you're having issues with your navigator. Whenever you are not completely satisfied with anything you purchase from Crutchfield, please contact our Customer Support team at 1-800-955-9091. Purchases from Crutchfield can be returned or exchanged within 60 days of the purchase.

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don't buy anything else

Janet from Festus, MO on 4/21/2024

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Bought my 1st Garmin in 2000. I had to navigate st Louis on my job and I didn't know many streets, and there are hundreds of them. When it quit charging I bought a TomTom. I have yet to figure out how to turn it on. So recently I bought another Garmin. Back in business, easily. Planning a trip to Branson, MO soon for the shows.

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Garmin Drive 53

Robert from Amesbury, MA on 2/1/2024

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Very happy with this unit. Perhaps I still need to figure out some of settings but there are some things my old unit did that this one does differently. Guess I just need to get used to it.

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Garmin Drive 53

Donald from Covington, VA on 1/16/2024

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Such an improvement from the NUVI that I have been using for the past 20 years!

Pros: Easy to read and even easier to understand the directions given.

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Garmin Drive 53

Michael from Howell, MI on 12/29/2023

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Works well.

Pros: Performs as advertised

Cons: None

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Garmin Drive 53

Robert from Laurel, MD on 12/28/2023

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very good for the price

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Garmin Drive 53

Roberta from San Ramon, CA on 9/17/2023

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Good!

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Troy from Cary, NC on 9/7/2023

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The Garmin 53 works really well & even as a first-time GPS user I was able start navigating with it after a quick review of the instruction manual, charging the device, and experimenting to get a feel for how it works & what to expect while taking a short trip ride in my local area. It performed as advertised & I'm looking forward to having it available on my next road trip!! Crutchfield Advisor Dante was extremely helpful in assisting me in making the product selection that was the best fit for my needs. Troy Cash, Cary NC

Pros: I like having a portable GPS device to keep it simple on the road & not interfere with my cell phone!

Cons: I have not discovered any cons at this point.

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Garmin Drive 53

Faye from Manheim, PA on 8/8/2023

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Your website is easy to navigate. You have great products. Thank you for offering extended warranty, although I don't believe I will need to return my items. The GPS is a great replacement for my older one. I purchased a second GPS for my Mom. She's in her 80's and I pray the GPS will help her to drive more. Thank you for seeming to have a caring and compassionate willingness to help customers. Sincerely, Faye

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Garmin Drive 53

Richard Alan from Belpre, OH on 7/31/2023

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I have been using Garmin for years. My old Garmin Nuvi finally stopped responding to the touch screen, so I knew it was time for an upgrade. My new Garmin Drive 53 has replaced an older version. I am still getting used to the new screen, but one thing I noticed is the new Garmin tells me the upcoming streets. Good to know since I am new to the territory.

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