X-Tonic Tiptronic

I live in the Bahamas where the police use older radar tech in a relatively unsophisticated way- X & K bands and unhidden point 'n shoot from head on only.

Seems like the 8500 ought to be more than adequate here, no?

fairenough

I used the 8500 for about three years and liked it enough to defend it here on AW. However, when my fiancee wanted a radar detector I decided to give her the 8500 and get a V1 for myself. Having used the V1 now for about a month I can honestly say that the hype about the V1 is justified. The arrows do provide an added layer of comfort for aggressive driving. If you're not an aggressive driver and just want basic radar detection for highway driving or whatever the 8500 is more than adequate. But if you want the best out there and a better awareness of the radar signals around you, the V1 can't be beat.

dscottjr

:O)

vegasS4

Once you have a V1 you will never think about another detector..the arrows are the bomb period!

Bauer

Agreed....V1 is the best out there has save my a$$ several times

BluDemon

I like knowing when I pass a radar source that's why I like the V1....

S4andTLS

There isn't any mercy when you drive an S4

Shap

Get an 8500 and a few lap dances with your extra money.

PhoenixGTS

But I hear the false alarms in town are just insane with the V1. True?

moTAP

The false alarms are a little annoying.