Ways to listen to Ipod in car

I am a relative newbie to Ipod use. I would very much like to hear suggestions on how to listen to my Ipod in my vehicle. I currently have an Alpine single CD player/tuner. I'm willing to spend enough to get quality. I will likely have the vehicle 2-3 more years.
Windows XP

While I'd tried the 'cassette adapter' it just wasn't the sound I expected was available from the iPod. Fortunately I was right. After a quick install of a PIE adapter that uses the iPod 'line out' capability through a docking plug to the iPod, and going directly to my FM antenna jack (an under-dash switch allows iPod or Radio use.) I now have fabulous sound through my existing car stereo, and the plug-in is in the center console so the iPod is out of the way while it shuffles through my favorite traveling music.
My only recommendation is that you have it professionally installed at your best local car stereo store. While I didn't get to go into the shop during the install process, I know there were some 'tricks' they used on mine, with a filter for instance, to get the cleanest possible sound.
Go to a reputable shop and get it done right.

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