not sure on this specific model, but i have been using my Sony CDX-V7800 (or something like that) for 3 years now. Few things I am disappointed with it are:-
1. Loading of MP3 very slow, about 10 secs. Pioneer models took only 3 secs like tat...
2. Shock protection is not as good as i thought it was (then again my suspension is kinda stiff).
3. MP3 display of filenames limited to the first 8 characters of the file only. Also not all characters are recognised (such as ').
4. Pricey than other models at that time.
5. No CD Text.
6. Kinda sensitive to the quality of the CD.
Things i love about it:-
1. 4 channel pre-amp output.
2. Ease of browsing for MP3 file. Can search thru by directory & filename.
3. Ability to shuffle songs for MP3 CD.
4. Got VCD though never tried before.
5. Can read CD-R and CD-RW (now all new models also can liao).
6. Got 2 kinds of remote i can use, IR kind and the rotary commander (which is really convenient to use).
Well, hope this helps. I think if given a chance, I would still buy the sony i have...