hey guys just wanted to know if it is worth getting a radar detector??? if so what brands are the best to invest in?? One more thing,,, im only willing to spend 150 or at most 175... I heard that if i do get one, i have to get an expensive one...
MarcVIII said:Getting a cheap radar detector is worthless. Its like transcontinential seafaring on a sailboat with out a telescope. If your going to get a radar detector, get the best! I'm actually selling an Escort Passport 8500 (#1 rated detector by radartest.com and others) with all factory paperwork and the case / box for $225 shippied. I know its a little more than you want to spend, but its the best on the market. I speed 20 over a lot and have only gotten 1 ticket. I was going 35 over and dropped down 15mph before he clocked me! If you keep it 15mph over the limit you should be able to slow down enough with this. PM me if your interested.
Escorts aren't pricey because they have a compass, they are pricey because they are the leading edge company. The 8500 I speak of will give you at least 150 ft. more than any other detector mentioned on this thread. This one doesn't have a compass, but it does have a neat volt meter that tells you how much voltage the car has. When the screen lights with a detectoin the meter goes away and a signal strength bar is displayed. It can track multiple signals simultaneously.
I'm selling it because I bought an SR7 (hard-wired 8500).
MarcVIII said:Getting a cheap radar detector is worthless.
007 said:I have 3 (one in each car) and couldnt imagine driving my stang without one. Get one that detects POP mode. My latest is a Whistler Pro 73... real nice!
Never had a ticket, the thing always detects Mass cops well in advance.
M9rkym9rk112 said:Yo i researched on radar detectors for about 150...and i got the whistler pro 73..heard a lot of good reviews on it... it said it is the best radar dectector for my price range..and im glad u gave a positive review...its gonna be delivered today... I wanted one because i am in a hurry sometimes and i drive about 25 over the limit...i never had a ticket b4, so i didnt get it cause im a speed freak...and dont worry i wont rely on it too much...