One of the best car stereos I ever had was the McIntosh system in my 2003 Subaru Outback VDC. Although the car was too noisy to really appreciate it, in park, it sounded pretty good. I did speak to someone (Chuck Hinson?) at McIntosh about it once, and he sent me some technical diagrams, indicating that, although some of this was from Clarion, McIntosh did indeed have a hand in the design.
In other news: The next Sonus Faber line will do away with those unnecessary tweeters and woofers, and get full range sound from the midrange drivers using patented Bose technology. Also, McIntosh will introduce a new Lifestyle line of electronics, with undisclosed power ratings, and "really cute" tiny speakers your s.o. will love! The new McIntosh turntable will be a rebranded model from Crosley, complete with a high quality ceramic cartridge, and will retail for $7,999. 😁