Guest Tyas Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 What is the best alarm to have on the cabbie to get the insurance down ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GK Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Hello there, A Thatcham approved alarm and immobiliser, preferably a Category 1. I have an account at an alarm wholesaler so if you need an alarm let me know. GK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sexy-aRSe Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I have a Clifford concept 650, thinks its a good one to have for a cabby as it has dual zone proximty sensors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansoutham Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Whatever you have, make sure that it does not have volumetric sensors (ultrasonics). Ideally, you would want a dual-zone proximity sensor and if you really want a "belt-and-braces" approach, go for a glass-break sensor as well. I find that when I fit a Clifford into a convertible, it is much better to put an extra SmartSiren (battery backup) inside one of the trim panels under the rear wind-down windows. You really get a lot of noise that way, drawing everyone's attention to it. My own Cabby won't give all the details of the alarm away, lets just say it's secure) has glass-break, dual-zone proximity, dual-zone shock, 4 sirens, pager, tilt/motion among others. Overkill, I know, but I want it so that joyriders won't get it. If a professional wants it, he'll have it. Just pick it up. Won't stop it getting vandalised either, but no alarm will. I would always double-check to see if a Cat 1 is worth it. You may pay £350 for a Cat 1 and have the insurance drop by £100. Or spend £350 on a decent non Cat 1 and fit loads of extra security to keep the car. Every situation is different. My insurance company doesn't even give a discount on the Cabby for having a Cat 1 and only a £30 saving on the XR3i. Not really worth it for me. Just gives me more money to fit "better" security. I agree with sexy-aRSe though. A Concept 650 is a very good alarm , although a bit basic for my liking for a Cat 1. Would probably recommend going up a grade, I believe the Concept 950 is Cat 1 as well, and not a lot more money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest marcus Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 had cliffords,but didnt like them, i use sigma,they r under rated but subaru fit them as standard...so must b good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Slimmyreed Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 i dunno - scoobys are nicked quite regularly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest marcus Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 i have no problem with them,they r ok on my cossie cabriolet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansoutham Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 i dunno - scoobys are nicked quite regularly :icon_cry: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest marcus Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 it wont never get nicked either,trust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 i dunno - scoobys are nicked quite regularly <{POST_SNAPBACK}> so what,there bloody horrid ricer wagons..aslong as there getting nicked and not mint/clean and most importanlly my ford.who cares Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansoutham Posted January 11, 2006 Share Posted January 11, 2006 not bothering with one hav to tytpe code into ecu to start it no code never start I take it you are talking about a French car with the stupid keypad. If so, that works well until you join 3 wires together and put them to earth. Then car starts no problem!!! If not, ignore the above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pinkladyuk Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 i have seen these alarms on ebay and was wondering if they are any good? what does ppl think they sound good but are they, just thought id put the link up so ppl can give me feedback on them. Pink http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Car-Alarm-w-Immobili...1QQcmdZViewItem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Keith Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 I've got a concept 650 with dual proximity, it does what I want it to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest claw2k Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Hi All, I`m thinking of replacing my CAT2 imob with a TOAD AI616 with dual zone proximatey(for the cabs), pager, motion/tilt, glass break, auto window, battery backup, 2 sirens etc. Does anyone else have this TOAD AI616 or had experience of it as I liked this as apposed to the Clifford - plus fitting a CAT1 will only change my insurance premium by £30 so I want the best value for money with a few bits of added security and peace of mind. I can get the TOAD fitted for £350.00 with all the extras - is this good? Any thoughts, comments or suggestions welcomed Cheers Ade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ste Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Hi All, I`m thinking of replacing my CAT2 imob with a TOAD AI616 with dual zone proximatey(for the cabs), pager, motion/tilt, glass break, auto window, battery backup, 2 sirens etc. Does anyone else have this TOAD AI616 or had experience of it as I liked this as apposed to the Clifford - plus fitting a CAT1 will only change my insurance premium by £30 so I want the best value for money with a few bits of added security and peace of mind. I can get the TOAD fitted for £350.00 with all the extras - is this good? Any thoughts, comments or suggestions welcomed Cheers Ade Hi i've been thinking of the same alarm with remote start feature, new on the 2007 model so this company i have found on ebay say. I have e-mailed them for a price. But without the remote start and if you live within 100 miles of sheffield, they will come to you and fit for £200 Here is a link hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vincygav Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 When I asked the insurance company they told me anything that is CAT1 and must have a certificate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest claw2k Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Hi i've been thinking of the same alarm with remote start feature, new on the 2007 model so this company i have found on ebay say. I have e-mailed them for a price. But without the remote start and if you live within 100 miles of sheffield, they will come to you and fit for £200 Here is a link hope this helps I was thinking about the remote start option too - but the installer i spoke to and a rep from AS Flux told me that if i have an CAT 1 alarm that has the remote start activated then it invalidates my insurance as well as the CAT 1 features of the alarm... dont know how true this is tho... also £350 was quoted for mobile fitting in Birmingham but have been quoted £200.00 for all the parts from aa approved TOAD dealer off eBay....trouble is who will fit it.. ade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ste Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 (edited) I was thinking about the remote start option too - but the installer i spoke to and a rep from AS Flux told me that if i have an CAT 1 alarm that has the remote start activated then it invalidates my insurance as well as the CAT 1 features of the alarm... dont know how true this is tho... also £350 was quoted for mobile fitting in Birmingham but have been quoted £200.00 for all the parts from aa approved TOAD dealer off eBay....trouble is who will fit it.. ade Yeah £200 was mobile fitting to but within 100 mile of sheffield, further away will get small eztra charge i to have heard that about the remote start feature, but a guy trying to sell me a clifford said that the remote start, doesn't invalidate your cat1 or insurance as although the engine running it is still alarmed and should someone break in the imobilizer will kill the engine. Hmmmm Who do you believe, think i may as my insurance company. Edited October 5, 2006 by ste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest claw2k Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Yeah £200 was mobile fitting to but within 100 mile of sheffield, further away will get small eztra charge i to have heard that about the remote start feature, but a guy trying to sell me a clifford said that the remote start, doesn't invalidate your cat1 or insurance as although the engine running it is still alarmed and should someone break in the imobilizer will kill the engine. Hmmmm Who do you believe, think i may as my insurance company. i Yeah £200 was mobile fitting to but within 100 mile of sheffield, further away will get small eztra charge i to have heard that about the remote start feature, but a guy trying to sell me a clifford said that the remote start, doesn't invalidate your cat1 or insurance as although the engine running it is still alarmed and should someone break in the imobilizer will kill the engine. Hmmmm Who do you believe, think i may as my insurance company. i`d go with my insurance comapny as if they say that they will be ok with it and put it in writing then your car gets nicked then you got them by the curlies yet it may be harder going back to the smart ass sales rep asking him to cought up a few grand for your motor... ade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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