Garmin first came out with the Nuvi 350 a few years ago, it is pre-loaded with Maps of North America.  It has been an incredible unit, the traffic receiver is an optional purchase.  They expanded on it by adding the Nuvi 360 which is Blueooth and has the capability of adding the traffic receiver which is not included..  Also the 370 which is also bluetooth and pre-loaded with Northern America mapping as well as European Mapping and a built in traffic receiver as well.

So the 350 is the base model, the 360 is a premium model with Bluetooth and the 370 has it all, including European maps and a traffic receiver which is included. The 300 series mentioned above all are a standard 3.5 inch screen.

Next Garmin produced the best selling Nuvi 660.  It is pre-loaded with North America mapping, has bluetooth, comes with the traffic receiver, has an FM transmitter and a widescreen at 4.3 inches.  It comes with higher resolution and clarity as well. It is a great easy to use feature packed GPS.

The Nuvi 650 is also part of the 600 series and it is a base model that does not include any of the features from the 660 except the larger 4.3 inch screen.  NO bluetooth, traffic receiver or FM transmitter, it is just like the Nuvi 350 but with a larger screen.

The 600 series also includes the NUVI 670 which is just like the 660 which includes the traffic receiver, the bluetooth and the larger 4.3 inch screen with the exception that it includes the Traffic receiver and european and north america mapping, just like the 370 but with the wider 4.3 inch screen.

The Nuvi 680 was recently released and it is similiar to the 660 as it has Bluetooth and an FM Transmitter, NO Traffic receiver but it does have the New MSN direct feature and it comes with 1 year free MSN Direct service.  With this service you get up to date weather reports and fuel pricing on your GPS.

Garmin will soon be releasing their new feature packed 700 series.  They are not available yet. They are expected out as soon as early January 2008. 

That sums up the Garmin Nuvi series.  It has been very popular due to size and the rich easy to use features.  I for one love the Nuvi series and own both the Nuvi 350 and the Nuvi 660.

Buy what you need.  Most services such as MSN direct and traffic will need additional subscriptions.

I find I use my bluetooth alot in the Nuvi 660 as I love the hands free calling features and seeing who is calling me on the screen before I answer.  It keeps me from fumbling for my phone and trying to look at it while I am driving.  Most states are passing laws to make use of cell phones hands free only, so this will help you be in compliance with your state laws should they change.

For more information about these products visit Garmins website.

A GPS is a great way to see where you are going before you get there and to never be lost and ask for directions again!  I find I save gas and time with mine as I no longer get lost!  :)  Jude

PS Shop early for the holidays!  We usually run out of stock before it is all said and done!