Radar Detectors
06-12-2003, 03:39 PM
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Radar Detectors
Just wanted to get a general idea from those that have radar detectors on what brands are being purchased and how well they are functioning. I just recently purchased an Escort Passport 8500 @ $200+ and it performs great. But basicly I wanted to compare that with others in the $50-$200 range.
I would like some opinions as well on this matter.
I would like some opinions as well on this matter.
06-12-2003, 07:51 PM
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I have the Passport 8500 and am very happy with it. The Bel is a bit cheaper, but just about as good (from what I've read). I don't believe there are any detectors under $200 that even come close to these 2. Or the V1, but that's about $399 IIRC.
Stick with the Passport...
Stick with the Passport...
06-12-2003, 11:35 PM
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you guys got ripped off!! i payed $60 for my whistler
and it sucks the big one!
how much is the bell. i want to invest in a GOOD radar detector but the V1 is way too much, and i dont think i will bother getting passport or something of that nature until i get my new car.
and it sucks the big one!
how much is the bell. i want to invest in a GOOD radar detector but the V1 is way too much, and i dont think i will bother getting passport or something of that nature until i get my new car.
06-13-2003, 04:05 AM
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Originally posted by meccanoble
Passport owns, i love mine. But what is this 200 dollar talk? Passport is way more than that
Passport owns, i love mine. But what is this 200 dollar talk? Passport is way more than that
06-13-2003, 07:22 AM
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Passport at $200...
Originally posted by meccanoble
Passport owns, i love mine. But what is this 200 dollar talk? Passport is way more than that
Passport owns, i love mine. But what is this 200 dollar talk? Passport is way more than that
06-15-2003, 11:10 AM
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Just one thought on this thread of Passport 8500 VS. V1. Have you ever actually heard of anyone taking back the V1 for a Passport? I own neither, if any I own the old school cordless Solo by Escort. I have been looking at the V1 for many years now tho.
06-15-2003, 10:21 PM
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The 8500 is the best detector on the planet for a windshield mount. I have the SR-1, cuz I live in VA..SHHHHH don't tell anyone...The 8500 is also undetectable, but doesn't hide very well. I think the 8500 tested No. 1 in 19 of 20 mags. The only mag that put it at No. 2 employs the guys who build the Valentine 1. If you have not bought it yet, I know that there is now an SR-7, that replaces my SR-1, and the SR-1 is available for dirt cheap, while supplies last at some Tweeter locations. The SR-1 is under $400 right now...Limited Quantitees...Check it out. The installed detectors are much nicer. Also check out the ZR3 laser shifter. It will interface with any of the other Escort pieces.
06-16-2003, 08:05 AM
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i have a 200 doller radiocrap radar detector. thing works...just not that great...not much distance at all...its worth paying the cash for the expensive ones...butnow that i have a loud exhaust i drive nice and slow....
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