What Radar detector besides V1?
 

Are there any decent Radar Detectors in the $200 range, I need to buy one as a gift and no way in hell I'm buying a V1...Help..

Just give them a $200 check and tell them it's a half-off V1 coupon. :lol:

Escort Passport 8500 is supposedly just as good (some argue better) then the V1. But it'll still run you ~$300.

Um, don't get a Cobra?

But Cobra's provide so much fun for V1's. :D
KA alert!

Best Bang for your buck...

BEL Vector 985 $199 http://www.digitalgiftstore.com/v985.html

From: http://motortrend.com/features/consu...ar/index7.html

BEL Vector 985
(94.3 points)
Best Value Over $200

The BEL Vector 985 offers near-identical performance numbers to the more expensive Passport 8500, making it the value leader in the high-performance dashtop-detector category. The new AccuSweep feature pinpoints detection of specific Ka-band frequencies rather than scanning the entire Ka-band, resulting in lightning-quick reaction to Ka threats.

Price: $230 (average street price)
Beltronics: 800/341-2288

WHAT'S HOT · Fastest Ka-band warning combined with POP mode protection
WHAT'S NOT · K-band over the hill range compared to leaders
BOTTOM LINE · Best balance of price vs. performance in this category


Want to go cheaper...

Whistler 1793
(72.2 points)
Best Value Under $200

Whistler's 1793 model has a built-in digital compass and a 90-second memo-voice recorder. It has the best overall sensitivity in the category and surprised the test team with its excellent POP mode capabilities and its ability to pick up threats from the rear.

Price: $150 (average street price)
Whistler: 800/531-0004

WHAT'S HOT · Overall sensitivity within the category combined with POP mode
WHAT'S NOT · Weak Ka-band performance within the category
BOTTOM LINE · Clear choice among dashtop detectors priced below $200.

Thanks a bunch Dean...I'll look those up...