Having items pre installed at the port is cheaper than ordering them later and having the dealer install them. The $499 is the port install
There is currently a thread on themCompusta remote start. Here is the breakdown that I have seen.
Factory:
Remtoes start using factory remote (limited distance by remote)
Runs 10 minutes
Shuts off when door opens on keyed models
Runs ac heatre defrot etc on presets
Compustar Units:
Remote Start integrates with factory alarm, upgradable,modules
Remote range starts at 1000ft, upgradable to use factory remote, or long range remotes, module to use cell phone to control, vehocle, note there is a small monthly fee to do this, also upgradable to monitor vehicles location speed etc, great for teens or,paranoid spouses! :dance:
Can add outside keypad
Module to unlock vehicle, with RFID touch,ess you walk up to vehicle it unlocks
Other modules for alarm functions etc. I like being able to roll down the rear window for the dogs and other such functions.
Vehicle runs to preset time, does notmshut off when door is opej most shutoff when brakemis delressed without key in ignition.
Cost is the bigest factor. Nite this is just remote start
Factory is $399+
Aftermarket is $99+
I hope this gives you a bettre idea what is out there. I Was asked yesterday if I wanted any port accessories on my buikd since it is on the ship here. At first I was thinking of the remote start being installed there. But decided to go with the module upgradable units with compustar, you can use others. As i can add extras like cell phone useage, run it for how long I want or until a certain temperature, being able to just stikck key in ignition and go without having to restart the vehicle, beong able to roll down the rear window, etc..
Steve