flyz33

Why didn't the nissan alarm go off when my windows (all 4) were busted in??? Is this a defect and if so what could I do to nissan?

I have a base model but I thought they all had the same alarm

n8vz

the factory Nissan Alarm is more of a keyless entry system. no shock sensors(as far as i know). that's why i got aftermarket system. Viper responder by DEI. awesome

n8vz

sorry about what happend to your car. I just hope the jack *** who smashed your windshield ended up with a piece of glass in his eye.

zand02max

iTrader: (22)

I don't think the alarm goes off for windows being busted. If I am not mistaken, the alarm only goes off, if the doors are opened.

I don't believe the stock alarm has shock sensors. I am quite certain of that.

Apexi350z

iTrader: (3)

any aftermarket alarm system that can plug in to our factory wire harness?

ares

iTrader: (2)

glass breaking doesnt even always set off the shock sensors, but you can get glass break sensors, they sense the frequency of glass shattering I believe, just like house glass sensors.

JonsilvZ

Yes I got mine installed at the dealer. I payed more but wanted done right. I needed one right away when I picked up my Z on Nov of last yr. You got to be nuts not to get a aftermarket alarm for the Z. Damn thing is a magnet..

flyz33

thanks guys

Turcoupe

Just get a proximity alarm installed on your Z. Viper alarms are all upgradle to them for around 100 bucks. If anyone comes within 2 feet of your car, it will give off a short beep. This way, no one can even deliberate about vandalizing your car without alerting the attention of fellow Z owners in the area...

zand02max

iTrader: (22)

I was quoted a top of the line Viper with the illumination remote display and was quoted $599 installed. I asked about window locks and trunk release, and proximity sensros, and they quoted me a total price of $900.

This is the top of the line Viper that retails for $599 installed. Why the extra $300. Doens't that come with the top of the line.

It also has remote start but they said they can't hook it up legally to my 6spd.

Thoughts?

Turcoupe

My thoughts are that that installer/shop is pitching a Viper system that has more frills than you need and is not discounted at all. I had a Viper system on my 2001 Firebird that had shock sensors, keyless entry/trunk release for $399 installed. They quoted me another $150 for the proximity feature installed. But, the shop where I got it done is known for charging the max they can, but does good work. Just go on a couple websites that sell VIper systems and pick out one that best suits your needs. If you go to a local shop, they are always going to pitch the highest model out there and never show you the list of available systems along with their correct prices.

To be honest with you...NO BS...My mom's $69 WASP brand security system worked as good if not better than my $399 Viper system. She got her's installed at Best Buy for like $50 bucks....lol. Viper in general is overpriced due to all the money they spend on advertising.

flyz33

WASP? how does it work?