where to purchase highend radar detector at discount?

gbrettin · 06-02-2013, 11:46 PM

I recently upgraded from a Beltronics RX65 Pro to a Escort 9500ix recently. Pull the trigger on the Escort and don't look back. The detector is REALLY good.

I recently took a trip, to Silverlake in Mears MI, which involved some highway driving for some extended of time. I picked up a K band signal from a cop's car. A chirp from the radar. I checked my speed back to 70mph from 75mph. The signal progressively got stronger. After about 5min, not exaggerating, I finally see a State Trooper's vehicle in the median clocking cars. How many miles away did the radar pick up the signal?

(scratching head... Thinking....Pulls out paper.... realize I have my computer in front of me with a calculator.... 86 that... I have Google....forget Google that's played out... Enter my search into Wolframalpha.com )

The total distance is ... 5.833mi

Sorry, I'm tired.... I've been studying for certification...

dirtrat · 06-04-2013, 08:46 PM

If you buy the Escort, make sure you buy it from an authorized dealer. They make it pretty clear they won't honor the warranty if you don't.

CSGLEON · 06-10-2013, 09:54 PM

I know where to get the. Escort passport for $375 no problem,

gsxr750 · 06-16-2013, 06:14 PM

Here is a police radar industry link to show you what you are up against.

http://www.mphindustries.com/pdfs/POP%20Technology.pdf

Just for the hell of it I picked up the best xrs 9570 cobra radar laser detector with POP, best buy had and went trolling for traps in the Z. I know ppl will say its a crap detector, but with their 15 day return policy I figured I would play around.

Overall it did indicate 4 mc cops with KA that came up behind me , in about a 10th. mile away, really no time to slow down if speeding. Next a local PD set up stationary KA band only tenth mile warning. Next ran into 3 situations of state police set up and the same thing KA warning only about 1/8 mile .

Next a state police following me keeping his distance, it didn't go off at all, even with him tailing me for 2 miles and keeping slightly under the limit.

Also tried to see if a laser pointer or infrared remote would trip the laser function and it did nothing.

Ended up returning it to best buy and just happened to run into another customer returning an escort 9500 ix and I told him what I encountered and he said the escort was about the same and didn't give adequate warning to slow down. He was returning it and waiting for the lastest escort model to hit the market.

I might try the top escort model when it comes in to really see if these work, with the best buy return policy its worth a shot, but so far from what I have encountered with the lastest cobra they are still useless.

gbrettin · 06-02-2013, 11:49 PM

Oh btw. I think Beltronics and Escort are the same company. Escort is the flagship line.

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-03-2013, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by gbrettin

Oh btw. I think Beltronics and Escort are the same company. Escort is the flagship line.

The radars are 100% identical in features, 90% of the parts are the same. Escort has "some" higher tech microchipping and is a more streamlined design. Plus the option of red or blue LED.

In some models, it matters, in others it doesn't. These websites have non-bias testing of various models and brands. You can compare some competing models against each other and find out how much you are willing to spend after weighing the facts and opinions from here and purchase sites..

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That said. The passport 9500ix is an awesome unit Either the best or second best, depending what you demand from your unit. . But if your budget is less than $400 without compromise and want the security of a new, warranteed product. There are still excellent options out there for you that are compellingly reliable without the flagship price..

LakeShow · 06-03-2013, 12:41 AM

I got my 9500ix on a Amazon Black Friday sale for about $350 brand new with blue display. Best money I've ever spent, definitely worth every penny.

alvitdk · 06-03-2013, 09:36 PM

I installed my second (my wifes car) Whisler Pro-3600, which is a hidden remote radar detector, and added a second rear radar detector to it. Works great, not too pricey and love that it's not visible. You can also add a GPS modul to it, that way you also get red light camera notice, and speed reminders if you like.
Whistler Pro-3600

Vaughanabe13 · 06-05-2013, 10:54 AM

The 9500IX is the ONLY radar detector worth purchasing anymore. It blows everything else off the road. The Valentine 1 is ancient technology in comparison. Disclaimer: I don't own a radar detector, I just did a lot of research on them.

tiger123 · 06-09-2013, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ssmoked

I am in the market to purchase a passport 9500ix, passport redline or valentine v1. Just wondering if anyone knows which retailer would sell them at a slight discount, given they are expensive.

Any other referrals that I might of overlooked but should consider?

I am located in Fl so any online stores physically located in Fl would add sales tax.

Thanks!!

Just curious....did you choose one yet?

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-10-2013, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by tiger123

Just curious....did you choose one yet?

If you get a redline? I would like to see a consumer review of it. It seems to get mixed ratings. Some think it's the greatest radar ever. Some think it's still not as good as the 9500ix and ci in terms of detection???

starview · 06-10-2013, 10:18 AM

I purchased a redline + blendmount a few weeks ago and have already had a few saves. So it works good in my book. If you are in the market right now and you can wait escort just announced the Escort Maxx which is supposedly super sensitive like the redline with built-in GPS like the 9500ix.

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-10-2013, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by starview

I purchased a redline + blendmount a few weeks ago and have already had a few saves. So it works good in my book. If you are in the market right now and you can wait escort just announced the Escort Maxx which is supposedly super sensitive like the redline with built-in GPS like the 9500ix.

Huh, good to know.

My radar does good thus far and i have what was a midrange Bel v995. I'm in the market but not desperate. I see mild degradation over the years with laser detection But my v995 kills on Ka (which is 90% most commonly used where i drive... My v995 is still doing pretty well. But i am going to look into the Maxx. Sounds interesting. Thanks

EDIT: D-D-D-Damn... I hope these features arent all just hype.
ESCORT Debuts Ultra-Fast PASSPORT® Max™ HD Radar Detector, Powered by Advanced Military Technology - PR Newswire - The Sacramento Bee

tiger123 · 06-10-2013, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

Huh, good to know.

My radar does good thus far and i have what was a midrange Bel v995. I'm in the market but not desperate. I see mild degradation over the years with laser detection But my v995 kills on Ka (which is 90% most commonly used where i drive... My v995 is still doing pretty well. But i am going to look into the Maxx. Sounds interesting. Thanks

EDIT: D-D-D-Damn... I hope these features arent all just hype.
ESCORT Debuts Ultra-Fast PASSPORT® Max™ HD Radar Detector, Powered by Advanced Military Technology - PR Newswire - The Sacramento Bee

Wow, the EscortMax looks great on paper, not to mention physically. It will be interesting to hear what early adopters have to say when it comes out later this month. It sure does look promising.

UNKNOWN_370 · 06-10-2013, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tiger123

Wow, the EscortMax looks great on paper, not to mention physically. It will be interesting to hear what early adopters have to say when it comes out later this month. It sure does look promising.

If this thing tests well??? I will definitely buy without hesitation. I have a feeling it will live up to it's claims.

06-02-2013, 11:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,303 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 589152	I recently upgraded from a Beltronics RX65 Pro to a Escort 9500ix recently. Pull the trigger on the Escort and don't look back. The detector is REALLY good. I recently took a trip, to Silverlake in Mears MI, which involved some highway driving for some extended of time. I picked up a K band signal from a cop's car. A chirp from the radar. I checked my speed back to 70mph from 75mph. The signal progressively got stronger. After about 5min, not exaggerating, I finally see a State Trooper's vehicle in the median clocking cars. How many miles away did the radar pick up the signal? (scratching head... Thinking....Pulls out paper.... realize I have my computer in front of me with a calculator.... 86 that... I have Google....forget Google that's played out... Enter my search into Wolframalpha.com ) The total distance is ... 5.833mi Sorry, I'm tired.... I've been studying for certification... LakeShow likes this.

06-02-2013, 11:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
gbrettin A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portage, MI Posts: 2,303 Drives: Tricycle Rep Power: 589152	Oh btw. I think Beltronics and Escort are the same company. Escort is the flagship line. UNKNOWN_370 and DEpointfive0 like this.

06-03-2013, 12:41 AM	#7 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 27	I got my 9500ix on a Amazon Black Friday sale for about $350 brand new with blue display. Best money I've ever spent, definitely worth every penny. gbrettin and DEpointfive0 like this. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

06-03-2013, 09:36 PM	#8 (permalink)
alvitdk Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: New Braunfels/TX Age: 57 Posts: 140 Drives: 13' Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 14	I installed my second (my wifes car) Whisler Pro-3600, which is a hidden remote radar detector, and added a second rear radar detector to it. Works great, not too pricey and love that it's not visible. You can also add a GPS modul to it, that way you also get red light camera notice, and speed reminders if you like. Whistler Pro-3600 __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- 13' Nissan 370Z-MT6-PW\| R15%-S35% tint \| Powertrix F20/R25 \| 20% Clutch Spring \|

06-05-2013, 10:54 AM	#9 (permalink)
Vaughanabe13 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Iowa Posts: 387 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 15	The 9500IX is the ONLY radar detector worth purchasing anymore. It blows everything else off the road. The Valentine 1 is ancient technology in comparison. Disclaimer: I don't own a radar detector, I just did a lot of research on them. DEpointfive0 and Haboob like this. __________________ 2009 Nissan 370Z Touring, w/sport, 6MT, chicane yellow/black.

06-04-2013, 08:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
dirtrat Base Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sacramento Posts: 170 Drives: 2011 370Z/Touring/Sp Rep Power: 16	If you buy the Escort, make sure you buy it from an authorized dealer. They make it pretty clear they won't honor the warranty if you don't.

06-10-2013, 09:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
CSGLEON Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: austin Posts: 92 Drives: 12 370z silver Rep Power: 14	I know where to get the. Escort passport for $375 no problem,

06-16-2013, 06:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
gsxr750 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: west Posts: 443 Drives: 2012 370z man. sport Rep Power: 15	Here is a police radar industry link to show you what you are up against. http://www.mphindustries.com/pdfs/POP%20Technology.pdf Just for the hell of it I picked up the best xrs 9570 cobra radar laser detector with POP, best buy had and went trolling for traps in the Z. I know ppl will say its a crap detector, but with their 15 day return policy I figured I would play around. Overall it did indicate 4 mc cops with KA that came up behind me , in about a 10th. mile away, really no time to slow down if speeding. Next a local PD set up stationary KA band only tenth mile warning. Next ran into 3 situations of state police set up and the same thing KA warning only about 1/8 mile . Next a state police following me keeping his distance, it didn't go off at all, even with him tailing me for 2 miles and keeping slightly under the limit. Also tried to see if a laser pointer or infrared remote would trip the laser function and it did nothing. Ended up returning it to best buy and just happened to run into another customer returning an escort 9500 ix and I told him what I encountered and he said the escort was about the same and didn't give adequate warning to slow down. He was returning it and waiting for the lastest escort model to hit the market. I might try the top escort model when it comes in to really see if these work, with the best buy return policy its worth a shot, but so far from what I have encountered with the lastest cobra they are still useless.

06-10-2013, 10:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
starview Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Tyler Posts: 9 Drives: 12 370z Rep Power: 14	I purchased a redline + blendmount a few weeks ago and have already had a few saves. So it works good in my book. If you are in the market right now and you can wait escort just announced the Escort Maxx which is supposedly super sensitive like the redline with built-in GPS like the 9500ix. GaleForce likes this.

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