WNA B LS1

I purchased a 2002 Z06 and have been thinking about putting in a CompuStar alarm/remote start.

Does an aftermarket alarm/remote start affect resale value?

Just don't want to make changes to the car and shoot myself in the foot if/when I sell the car.

Thanks!

samson_420

iTrader: (1)

If done correctly(no wires hanging from odd places) it should not.

It also can be removed unlike some modifications.

vjo90rs8

iTrader: (9)

go for it! I personally would not pay less for a car if it has a nicely installed alarm, if anything I might buy your car over a similar one without an alarm. I installed a Viper 5900 with remote start and an automatic window up and down module and I think I did a pretty good job, and shouldn't have any complaints when I go to sell the car one day. And even if it did lower the resale value a bit at least you reduce the risk of someone stealing your car while you own it. Better to sell a car with an aftermarket alarm than one with a salvage title (I think stolen cars get salvage titles, correct me if im wrong)

WNA B LS1

The alarm/remote start would be installed by a shop here locally, so I'm not concerned in the least bit regarding the quality of the installation.

The car does have a GM warranty, so I'm a little afraid they may try and bitch if the car ever went in for service.

pentavolvo

legally that cant say **** if ur alarm was profesionally installed

Trojan35

iTrader: (4)

In my experience with the local GM dealership (before it went under... good riddance shitty service department), they'll bitch and moan about fixing things no matter what.

WNA B LS1

I got that impression when I took my last car in. But there are a few things I want to do, but afraid to screw myself out of the warranty.