they run around $400, ,but if you drive fast enough to actually need a good radar detector, then you will see IT DOES PAY FOR ITSELF
you could probably buuy a used one or something on Ebay, I haven't checked on that. I personaly have had all bad experiences on ebay though
but really, Valentine1's are THE MOST badass radar detectors i've ever seen, i wouldnt use anyything else
if i didnt have the money (which idont right now) i juust go without one instead of buying a POS.......