Radar Detector

Paladin906 · 05-03-2008, 11:39 PM

For you guys in MD/DC/VA, I know that radar detectors are illegal in VA and DC . Just wondering if you guys use any, and if so which do you recommend.

bills742 · 05-04-2008, 12:11 AM

I've think that the Bel STi is the only radar detector that's undetectable to cops. Therefore, it's the only choice in VA. Anyone else correct me if I'm wrong.

BCMPOWER · 05-04-2008, 12:40 AM

Valentine 1 is also undetectable and can remote all primary functions to a less noticeable location

Boost3dm3 · 05-04-2008, 12:02 PM

V1 is definitely DETECTABLE with the new Spectres check out www.radardetector.net for more information. Bel STI is a must if you live in VA its the only undetectable one currently.

!Xoible · 05-04-2008, 12:08 PM

valentine1 saved me big time yesterday on my way to bfest

yahtzee · 05-04-2008, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BCMPOWER

Valentine 1 is also undetectable and can remote all primary functions to a less noticeable location

False. V1 is completely detectable. There is no reason to use a V1 in the state of Va unless you don't care about getting pulled over for such a stupid reason. BEL STi is the only way to go in VA. It is an exceptional detector.

BCMPOWER · 05-04-2008, 03:22 PM

Thanks for the info guys I am lucky I haven't been caught yet! I'll look into that Bel Sti.

ase2dais · 05-04-2008, 03:47 PM

just as a fyi, no radar detector is completely undetectable. Heres one scenario a unmarked cruiser uses to detect radar detector users.

This police unmarked cruiser, unknown to you will be cruising along with the traffic. He would turn on his radar, and would observe those would would suddenly hit brakes or decelerate speed.
Thats one old trick out of the hat.

umwolverine · 05-04-2008, 03:57 PM

I think all M3 owners should be exempt from speeding tickets!!! Let's take it to Congress.

Paladin906 · 05-05-2008, 10:05 PM

Thanks for the info guys. All of it was helpful.

yahtzee · 05-09-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ase2dais

just as a fyi, no radar detector is completely undetectable. Heres one scenario a unmarked cruiser uses to detect radar detector users.

This police unmarked cruiser, unknown to you will be cruising along with the traffic. He would turn on his radar, and would observe those would would suddenly hit brakes or decelerate speed.
Thats one old trick out of the hat.

Unless you use the cruise control stick to pull it towards you two notches so that it slows you down in 5mph increments WITHOUT using your brakes.......

TimB · 05-16-2008, 06:12 PM

Have a Valentine 1... Only use it when I am traveling out of the DC Metro area.

In my opinion the best investment. Have had it for 10 years, and just send it back for free code/software updates. One problem with it in that time... Shipped it out, they fixed it (no charge) and sent it back within a week.

JerezBlacke92 · 09-25-2008, 03:57 PM

Anyone have a recommendation on someone who can install a STi so it isn't visible? In Va. they will take them from you and give you a ticket.

flyinbrian · 09-25-2008, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by yahtzee

Unless you use the cruise control stick to pull it towards you two notches so that it slows you down in 5mph increments WITHOUT using your brakes.......

I believe this will use the brakes.

rav7ks · 09-28-2008, 08:25 PM

Anyone of you got the Escort 9500 Ci hardwired ?
Is there an installer around the Maryland area ?

05-03-2008, 11:39 PM	#1
Paladin906 Private First Class 10 Rep 130 Posts Drives: BMW 330i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Arlington, VA iTrader: (0)	Radar Detector For you guys in MD/DC/VA, I know that radar detectors are illegal in VA and DC . Just wondering if you guys use any, and if so which do you recommend.
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bills742 Second Lieutenant 33 Rep 285 Posts Drives: '21 M2C, '08 M3, '20 323Ci Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ellicott City, MD iTrader: (2)	I've think that the Bel STi is the only radar detector that's undetectable to cops. Therefore, it's the only choice in VA. Anyone else correct me if I'm wrong. __________________ '08 M3 JB DCT Coupe /// DTEC Cree LED Angel Eyes / Mtech Super White Cornering Lights / Matte Black Kidneys & Gilles / 35-40% FormulaOne Pinnacle / VRS Boot / VRS II Diffuser / AA exhaust / Fabspeed HFC & X-pipe / Eibach Springs / RDSport Front Bumper / 19" Satin Charcoal HRE P40 / RPI Scoops / PSW (Non-electronic) / BMW Stainless Steel Pedals / LeatherZ Alcantara Boots
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05-04-2008, 12:40 AM	#3
BCMPOWER Captain 29 Rep 626 Posts Drives: 08 Silverstone II M3 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Silver Spring MD iTrader: (0)	Valentine 1 is also undetectable and can remote all primary functions to a less noticeable location __________________
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Boost3dm3 Lieutenant 26 Rep 471 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (0)	V1 is definitely DETECTABLE with the new Spectres check out www.radardetector.net for more information. Bel STI is a must if you live in VA its the only undetectable one currently.
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05-04-2008, 03:22 PM	#7
BCMPOWER Captain 29 Rep 626 Posts Drives: 08 Silverstone II M3 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Silver Spring MD iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info guys I am lucky I haven't been caught yet! I'll look into that Bel Sti. __________________
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umwolverine Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 274 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez M3 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	I think all M3 owners should be exempt from speeding tickets!!! Let's take it to Congress. __________________
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Paladin906 Private First Class 10 Rep 130 Posts Drives: BMW 330i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Arlington, VA iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info guys. All of it was helpful.
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05-16-2008, 06:12 PM	#12
TimB New Member 2 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 08 M3 Coupe - 08 C300 4Matic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alexandria, VA iTrader: (0)	Have a Valentine 1... Only use it when I am traveling out of the DC Metro area. In my opinion the best investment. Have had it for 10 years, and just send it back for free code/software updates. One problem with it in that time... Shipped it out, they fixed it (no charge) and sent it back within a week.
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09-25-2008, 03:57 PM	#13
JerezBlacke92 Jabowocky 3 Rep 74 Posts Drives: 2008 Jerez Black Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Installers? Anyone have a recommendation on someone who can install a STi so it isn't visible? In Va. they will take them from you and give you a ticket.
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09-28-2008, 08:25 PM	#15
rav7ks First Lieutenant 38 Rep 387 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: MD iTrader: (0) Garage List 08 M3 [0.00]	Anyone of you got the Escort 9500 Ci hardwired ? Is there an installer around the Maryland area ?
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