New car, with a surprise bonus!

​I recently picked up a 2022 MU-X LSM, and it's been a bit of a love-hate relationship so far. The car tends to complain a fair bit, and there have been a few surprises along the way. I'm gradually figuring out how to switch certain things on and off so it nags me a little less.

But here's a nice little bonus I stumbled upon…
While trying to stash some gear under the passenger seat today (we were heading to the beach), I spotted a small grey box tucked underneath. It caught my attention, and I found myself thinking about it all day.

Later tonight, I managed to snap a somewhat abstract photo of it—just enough to help me identify it.

Turns out, the vehicle was originally a government fleet car, used in the Dubbo region by the NSW Farmers Association. That means it’s mostly done good country kilometres, which is a plus.
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The mystery box? It’s a CEL-FI Go G31 mobile phone signal booster. I’d originally assumed the antenna was for a CB radio that had been removed, but nope—this thing boosts mobile reception. Brand new, it retails for around $900, though it’s now been superseded by the G41. Even so, secondhand G31 units still go for around $600.
Needless to say, I’m pretty chuffed! Best part? The dealer had no idea it was even in there.

The CEL-FI GO G31 uses the propriety Nextivity IntelliBoost chip to improve 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular coverage for voice and data in stationary or mobile environments.
Features and benefits include:
• Superior Performance: 100 dB Max Gain
• Environmental rating: Outdoor NEMA 4 Rating
• Multi-Carrier Support with Carrier Switching App
• Multi-user support
• Carrier Approved for 3G, 4G, and 5G Voice and Data
• Unconditionally Network Safe
• SMA Female Antenna Connectors