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Beltronics BEL 890 Radar Detector

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(3.40 out of 5) from 5 reviews

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Works well when it works!

(2.00 out of 5) by ggauvin on Aug 6, 2003

Pros: Works well
Cons: Quit working 30 months
The Bottom Line: Is there another model or manufacturer that is comparable? Check the warranty period - you may very well need repairs. An out of date model.

When it was working it seemed to work well. Within 30 months however, it stopped working. Apparently ...
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BEL proves itself once again

(5.00 out of 5) by jhcdesigns on Jan 23, 2002

Pros: Everything...
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: It pays for itself in about one or two months...

I guess I can say that I've been pretty lucky the last few years. Being almost 19, I have been driv ...
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A 980/970 alternative for the NAME...

(4.00 out of 5) by A-RDR-GUY on Aug 16, 2001

Pros: Great Range; Loud Volume; Clear Text; Voice
Cons: Not a 970/980-No Band Deletion
The Bottom Line: Highly Recommended if your pocket is short and Value is need. Performance is Strong and display is above par for previous unit 855STi.

Beltronics for the past years has produced Second rate detectors but at reasonable prices. Fighting ...
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Officer, I didn't do it......

(5.00 out of 5) by acuratl on May 1, 2001

Pros: Effective. Silent Mode. Ergonomics
Cons: Price.
The Bottom Line: Drive fast AND smart with this detector, and you'll probably never going to get another speeding ticket again.

If you think a radar detective is going to save you from getting tickets, you are wrong. The BEL ra ...
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Its Not Worth The Money.

(1.00 out of 5) by syncere on Mar 29, 2001

Pros: Well I Guess It Works.
Cons: Wanna See All Of My Tickets?
The Bottom Line: Avoid It. There Are To Many Companies Out Now Adays That Will Make A Product That Actually Works. Beleive It Or Not.

In My Opinion This Tool Is Not Worth The Money I Paid For It. I Could Have Easily Done The Job It Do ...
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