Purchasing a V1

[lolfun12]

Hello guys, I have been doing a lot of research on detectors and I am considering the V1 for my radar needs, and the LI for my laser needs. I live in MI, and have not seen many lasers in use, just a lot of radar.

For the V1, how come the price is around $750 on amazon but only $400 on the manufacturers site, and is there any difference between the two?

Also when I buy the unit what software number should I look for, and is the software updateable?

[fire65]

Doesn't matter, probably some overseas sells. Just buy direct from Valentine. Check Ebay or any other sells then add the upgrade and it just isn't worth it. You will get a new V1, latest version with full warranty. And it is always 399.00. At least for now.

[M6D]

Hello guys, I have been doing a lot of research on detectors and I am considering the V1 for my radar needs, and the LI for my laser needs. I live in MI, and have not seen many lasers in use, just a lot of radar.

For the V1, how come the price is around $750 on amazon but only $400 on the manufacturers site, and is there any difference between the two?

Also when I buy the unit what software number should I look for, and is the software updateable?

That's exactly what I use.

http://www.radardetector.net/forums/...uick-test.html

[category4]

VR does not ship overseas, so some people buy them, mark them up a bunch and sell them overseas. Just buy it directly from VR, you get a 30 day trial. If for some reason you don't like it send it back and get something else.

[lolfun12]

Thanks, I will buy it off there website, I just thought that maybe there was some special features in the V1 at amazon.

I just saw the 30 day money back guarantee once I clicked on their store page. Once I purchase I will install, throw a couple pics up, and see how she runs.

If I take it to VA, where it is illegal, should I just unplug it, or is possession illegal as well?

[category4]

Thanks, I will buy it off there website, I just thought that maybe there was some special features in the V1 at amazon.

I just saw the 30 day money back guarantee once I clicked on their store page. Once I purchase I will install, throw a couple pics up, and see how she runs.

If I take it to VA, where it is illegal, should I just unplug it, or is possession illegal as well?

Do you go to VA often is so you might want to think about the STi. If not I just put my V1 on top of the console and leave it there out of site. If I see a LEO or get an alert I unplug it and close it up in the console. I think it's about $75 ticket if you get caught.

[AirMoore]

^^^

x2, VA seems to be more of a 'slap on the wrist' policy, but if it is an area you frequent often, the Sti is the way to go (In the dashmount category).

[takeshi]

Thanks, I will buy it off there website, I just thought that maybe there was some special features in the V1 at amazon.

I guess there's the wallet weight reducing feature...

[lolfun12]

Why is the STi better in VA than the V1? size?

[Zapple]

Why is the STi better in VA than the V1? size?

Radar detectors are illegal in VA. The STi is undetectable by Radar Detector Detectors.