BFDBOX

Ok guys since i have a lot of money in audio and i just ordered rims for the toaster im gona need a alarm. I am new to imports and need some help choosing a alarm. So far im looking at Viper because iv heard good things about them. Let me know if u guys have had any good experiences with any type of alarm system. 299.99 at best buy and that includes installation.
Features:
* Price includes basic installation, additional costs for parts and labor may be necessary depending on vehicle make and model
* Includes 1 LED 2-way transceiver and one 4-button transmitter
* Clone-Safe Code-Hopping ensures no other remotes will work with your system
* Parking light flash and bright blue status LED
* Failsafe starter kill disables the starter when the alarm is set
* Stinger DoubleGuard shock sensor senses both light and hard impacts to your vehicle
* Panic alarm/car finder; valet mode
* Revenger 6-tone siren deters potential thieves
* Optional features include trunk pop, illuminated entry, dome light supervision, comfort closure, horn honk and 2 auxiliary outputs for additional remote devices (not included)
* These features may not be available on all vehicles. Additional parts and labor may be required. Speak to a Customer Specialist for details.

IH8ONYU

no auto start, no window roll down module included?
i have the viper 791 and have been very happy with it, but the shop that did the install threw in 2 window roll down modules and the total 4 parts and labor was almost 400
i know the window modules are probobly worth about 50 or 60 ea... look around, you can find a better deal then best buy. if you do decide to go with that alarm, it's decent, but if you have a lot of high end stereo stuff, go with something that has 2 way pager feature.. you will want to know when you alarm goes off when you park it at the mall, when you are out of earshot of the alarm..

L337Biker

the 3002 is a 2-way with a few aux outputs that you could use for window modules etc. 2 way pager feature is only great if you're within range.. unless you buy the GPS add-on that will text/call when your alarm goes off.. or you can start your car from a text/call with a remote start alarm. down side is it works on a points type system, and they aren't exactly cheap
http://www.viper.com/Products/Produc...?ProductID=101

the 791 has at the most a quarter mile range, the new model replacing it at best buy is the 5900 i think, with a "half mile range" that equates to an actual quarter mile. i had the 791 in my tC and thought the range wasn't very impressive....

as far as pricing goes for IH8ONYU, he got a pretty good deal considering best buy probably would have charged half an hour misc. labor per window modules and we don't carry/can't even order them.
xb1 doesn't used chipped keys so remote starts are pretty basic, but the xb2 has chipped keys so modules are required for remote start to work, which will add a good 60 bucks if not more in parts/labor to the install at best buy

BFDBOX

Thanks guy i figured best buy would charge extra, but didnt know it would be that bad. I live in socal so lucky for me there is tons of alarm shops in the city of industry and la puente. When i looked at this alarm i didnt even think about the feature 2way pager feature which is something i am going to need. Remote start really isnt that big of a issue for me, but i do want something with a lot of features and security.

L337Biker- i will check out the viper site, spending more that $300 for a alarm to me is actually a better investment than rims or any upgrade. I want to know that my car is protected when i go to school or anywhere for that matter. I repo cars for a job while i am attending UTI. So i personally can break into any car no matter what it is with 2 tools in less than 1 minute. It is scary how easy it is to do, this is why i want to buy a alarm. No thief wants attention while there trying to jack something. Thanks for the input guys, keep it coming. The more comments and input on personal experiences the better. Thanks again, JJ.

HapaLynai

What do you think about the Ravelco anti-theft device? It claims that no one has ever stolen a car with one installed and the news clips shown had a cop recommend it. But what I don't like is the lack of any other features.

http://www.ravelco.com/

BFDBOX

Ok guys i went ahead and made a appointment with my local stereo shop for a install this Saturday. Im going with the Viper 5002 system, i want full security and a brand i can trust. For me remote start is not necessary, its mostly to show off to your buddies. So ill keep the extra money and use it for other mods. Heres the specs, shop is gona add a few different things but this is pretty much it.

Features:
6-channel 2-Way security/keyless entry system
Confirms commands and system triggers on the transceiver LCD screen
Clone-Safe® Code-Hopping®
On-board Door Lock Relays
Parking Light Flash
Failsafe® Starter Kill
Anti-Grind
Stinger® DoubleGuard® Shock Sensor
Revenger® Six-Tone Siren
Bright Blue LED Status Indicator
Dome Light Supervision - On-Board Relay
Retained Accessory Power
Comfort Closure
5 Auxiliary Outputs
Horn Honk
Includes One 2-way Responder Transceiver and One 4-button Ergonomic Design Transmitter

What its gona look like:

bigpapa

The 5900 does actually have 1 mile range. That's the system I currently have in my xB2. I had the 791xv in my wife's old car and it easily did 1500 feet which is roughly a quarter mile

BTW.....CONTRARY TO POPULAR BELIEF,,,,,THERE IS NO CHIP IN THE XB2 KEYS!!!!!!!!!!!

BFDBOX

Nah its just a lock/unlock. Thats why our cars came with a valet key cuz it opens the doors and ignition. Cool, im glad these reach so far....im gona need it.

bigpapa

the 5002 has less range than these two systems. Youll probably see around 1000 feet range with a 5002

BFDBOX

Even so that plenty, im just looking for something a little better than your basic system. 5002 seems perfect for what i am looking for, better than not having any at all.