SLK/R171: Radar Detectors
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Radar Detectors
I really don't do a lot of driving but I am thinking
of picking up a radar detector for the added security when I decide to drive more than 10 mph over the speed limit. Any recommendations? TIA
of picking up a radar detector for the added security when I decide to drive more than 10 mph over the speed limit. Any recommendations? TIA
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From: Berkeley, CA
2006 SLK350
I prefer Escort as the battery powered one is neat, tucks away easily and is less prone to the false positives that V1 has.
If you don't want to use the handle to your trunk, you can get a nice built-in detector than interfaces with the dashboard display.
If you don't want to use the handle to your trunk, you can get a nice built-in detector than interfaces with the dashboard display.
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Are u sure? well, unless the cop was messin w/ my bro.. i remember about a year or so ago that he got stopped for his exhaust (noise) and when the guy saw the radar in my bro's corvette, he ended up giving him another ticket.. i better ask him what kinda ticket it was.. funny.. 
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If you google for this topic, you'll find some really good review articles. Some appear to have a product placement, etc. while the best ones appear unbiased. The Valentine consistently gets good reviews, as well as the newer Escort Passport 8500 X50. There are also laser blocking devices which you can use in addition to the detectors for added protection. If you're up for spending a bigger chunk ($1200-1500) of change, companies (e.g. Escort) make "custom" devices - these have sensors discretely hidden outside the vehicle and a hardwired device is placed in your car wherever you want. 
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Are u sure? well, unless the cop was messin w/ my bro.. i remember about a year or so ago that he got stopped for his exhaust (noise) and when the guy saw the radar in my bro's corvette, he ended up giving him another ticket.. i better ask him what kinda ticket it was.. funny..
http://www.afn.org/~afn09444/scanlaws/radar4.html
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Get a Valentine One
The latest independent radar detector test proves that the Valentine One is #1.
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http://guysoflidar.com/radar-detecto...ctor-test.html
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There is always going to be a debate on which one is better, V1 or 8500. Both are very good detectors, each one has pros and cons. You really can't go wrong with either one. I've had my 8500 for a couple of years now, couldn't be happier. Range and sensitivity is great. Very few false alarms.
Magazine and site reviews about even out as to which one is #1.
Magazine and site reviews about even out as to which one is #1.
