hey does anyone have those remote starting kits installed on a vehicle? my lil cuz has a honda civic and she was asking me about it, and i got interested and wanna see how much it would be to put one on in my truck. cause u know, south texas heat + leather seats = buttcheek sizzle

 

I had one put on a previous car for $500. It was when they had just come out and was a Viper alarm system so that's why it was kind of high. I'm sure they've come down a bit but that's what it cost me about 3 years ago.

 

I got quoted 700, installed. That was for a Clifford with the LCD 2-way remote. That one also was an upgraded security too, so the remote start itself has to be less.

 

I have the Compustar 2WFM(AS) on mine, cost $450 installed. I love it because of the reason you stated. I start my truck about 5 min before walking out and when I get in it's nice and cool.

 

500 Bucks?

I helped my friend put one in his new 2006 Chevy and he had 250 into the whole system with the pats key bypass, (or whatever Chevy has for a security chip thing) and the 2 way bulldog starter/alarm.

it was a pain to wire but it did not get to bad as long as you took your time and did it right.

 

This is what a local dealer was selling them for a few mos ago. Should give you an idea of what you are looking at cost wise.

Compustar 2WSS-AS alarm with remote start. $245.00
Up to 6000 feet of Range
This ground-breaking 900MHz Spread Spectrum 50-Channel frequency changing technology was developed by Firstech after spending thousands of hours perfecting the art of radio signal modulation and applying it to vehicle security and remote starts. This technology resulted in one of the most advanced security technologies available for the automobile. These modulation techniques help eliminate interference and allow for more power to transmit than conventional systems.

(Includes 1 two way remote.
Basic Remote Features
Two-way paging remote
Vibration and audible notification
Run-time indicator
Turbo Timer
CompuGlow backlight
Multi-color LCD (liquid crystal display)
Shock sensor on/off through remote
Timer start mode
Passive mode on/off through remote
Valet mode on/off through remote
Uses standard AA 1.5 volt battery
2002 Innovation Award Winner
Basic Alarm/Start Features
Includes dual stage shock sensor
RPS (remote paging system)
External Siren (six-tone)
Super bright blue LED
2-auxillary outputs
Dedicated trunk output
Horn honk output
Includes anti-grind and starter-kill relay
Driver's priority unlock
Ignition controlled door locks
Trunk output
Remote start
Diesel features built-in

Compustar 2W900FM-AS alarm with remote start $230.00
Up to 3000* feet of Range
This model was introduced during the first half of 2004. It has the largest LCD of any CompuStar remotes along with a built in clock. The 900MHz technology used in the 2WSS-Series was re-tooled for a longer battery life and a quicker response time between the transmitter and receiver. Firstech engineers were the first to perfect 900MHz FM for vehicle security applications.
*Range is quoted for U.S. models only. International models will differ in range.

Available in blue (2nd car) or gray (turbo) (Includes 1 x two-way remote and 1 x one-way remote)

Basic Remote Features
Two-way paging remote
Vibration and audible notification
Run-time indicator
Turbo timer or 2nd Car
CompuGlow backlight
Multi-color LCD (liquid crystal display)
Shock sensor on/off through remote
Passive on/off through remote
Valet mode on/off through remote
Uses standard AAA battery
Built in Clock
Largest LCD of any CompuStar remotes
2004 Innovation Award Winner
Basic Alarm/Start Features
Includes dual stage shock sensor
RPS (remote paging system)
External Siren (six-tone)
Super bright blue LED
2-auxillary outputs
Dedicated trunk output
Horn honk output
Includes anti-grind and starter-kill relay
Driver's priority unlock
Ignition controlled door locks
Trunk output
Remote start
Diesel features built-in
Manual transmission compatible

 

wow, those figures seem really high, my autopage system that came with my f150 runs for around 100-150$ on ebay (remote starter, alarm, keyless entry). I bought it used so it came installed, no idea what installation would cost maybe thats where the majority of the cost comes in.

 

I know its high but the guy had about 30 yrs. in the audio/security biz so he can charge what he wants.

Im probly just going to do what he says but go somewhere else to get it done.

 

http://www.fordaccessories.com/produ...artSystem.aspx

i plan on getting this sometime....

 

You need to shop Ebay for one of those. I'm pretty sure I've seen them on there more than once for around 50$ brand new.