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Old 18-04-2016, 01:31 PM
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Default Alarm recommendations around Basingstoke or Slough

I need a new alarm on the new Sierra - preferably with remote engine start but would rather just have a good quality alarm first and foremost.

Also, will need a very good alarm fitter to do this.

Whats out there.
Old 18-04-2016, 03:38 PM
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What is a good alarm to protect my pride and joy?
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I would say CLIFFORD mate but can't comment on how good other makes are
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I've had two autowatch alarms fitted to both my sierras and they are really good, cost about Ł370 each.
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I've had two autowatch alarms fitted to both my sierras and they are really good, cost about Ł370 each.

what model as they have a few on their site and is that price fitted?
Old 18-04-2016, 05:01 PM
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Something I'll be looking into when mines done as my toad system is as old as the car lol. Think I'll go tracker and the works
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Unique in Lighwater is where I go, just off the M3. My whole families been using em for alarms and stereo stuff for over a decade. I just tell em what I want and let them pick the most suitable brand etc. New Saph is going there Friday for new alarm, Ł390 with the old one removed and they're giving me a lift back to work while they sort it.
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Ran, Car Audio Security in Hayes are REALLY good. Fitted both my Clifford's and both been as good as gold. Their fitter there is only a young lad called Jordan, but he knows his stuff and does the job properly.
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Originally Posted by R4N SS
what model as they have a few on their site and is that price fitted?
Model is 457rli mate and yes that was supplied and fitted at my front door took about 3 hours.
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Ran, Car Audio Security in Hayes are REALLY good. Fitted both my Clifford's and both been as good as gold. Their fitter there is only a young lad called Jordan, but he knows his stuff and does the job properly.
cheer mate - i was thinking of them earlier but just didnt have the time to google them.

Cheers for all the help guys - its very much appreciated

whatever alarm i get it needs to be Thatcham Cat 1 approved but will also be using other security devices/measures to keep the car safe anyway

oh and i want remote engine start too so its ready for my lead foot as soon as i jump in

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Ran, you can get all that with the Clifford

Go and see them first, always happy to discuss what you as the customer wants.
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Ran, you can get all that with the Clifford

Go and see them first, always happy to discuss what you as the customer wants.
Will do - they have been around for a long time and never heard a bad story about them
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i would be inclined to go for a toad ai606t2 over a clifford any day,
i used to install and work for toad uk,
i built demo cars for directed (uk importer of clifford back then)
the clifford units are good if installed properly, but to do so takes alot of time, which some installers dont do and end up having issues with. its not the product but the installation.
toad units are good, pretty much indestructible and add ons for all the extras you could want or need.
i had the chance to fit anything i wanted to my own car and opted for the ai606.
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Another one for Toad AI606T2 Ran
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Personally I would go for a Toad Ai606 or even a Sigma.

We fit the Ai606 to loads of cars and is always my 'go to' alarm whenever I need one for my own vehicles especially.

Proven reliability, not as fancy as the Cliffs11its but most people I know with them tend to have problems at some point or another.

Jordans a good guy at CAS but the company...thats a whole different level! Its amazing how many local guys stopped shopping with them and have knocked on my door lol
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Sunny, can you add remote start to a ai606? Just curious
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Thanks guys - i have a Toad AI606 system on my saph but want remote start.

Amar can you do this for me mate - pm me a price please. I will also need some secret squirrel mods to be done also and also a thatcham approved certificate for insurance purposes

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