VIP RS3200 Models

[b_hickman11]

Isn't that your problem...they "quoted" you a price that turned out to be wrong and they could not uphold the deal because their quote was so far off. In my region the VIP system is $499 and just the OEM keyless is $230.00. Also you must already have the power package which starts out at $660.00 and can go up to $1050.00. Also I wouldnt be so quick to buy a key fob off of ebay. I have heard people on the forums complaining about how they bought a key fob from ebay and they could never get it programmed right. I think they ended up having to take them to a dealer and have it shipped off to get it programmed by Toyota. But all in all it will cost you at least $1000 more than someone who goes the non-oem parts way.

[Reeves360]

Originally Posted by b_hickman11

Isn't that your problem...they "quoted" you a price that turned out to be wrong and they could not uphold the deal because their quote was so far off.

They can't uphold the deal because Toyota the manufacturer of the VIP system states "No vehicles with Tachometers". It wasn't because they quoted such a low price. Apparently a few dealerships will install this system maybe they have figured out how to make the adjustments not provided to them by Toyota.

Originally Posted by b_hickman11

In my region the VIP system is $499 and just the OEM keyless is $230.00.

In my region (the internet) you can get them for $350 or less. Keyless is part of the VIP alarm system for my 09 Sedan with out Keyless entry.

Originally Posted by b_hickman11

Also you must already have the power package which starts out at $660.00 and can go up to $1050.00.

You're correct! I do already have the power package that's why I'm asking about keyless entry. On a side note, I think adding power to a car after the fact instead of buying it that way is a bit silly.

Originally Posted by b_hickman11

Also I wouldnt be so quick to buy a key fob off of ebay. I have heard people on the forums complaining about how they bought a key fob from ebay and they could never get it programmed right. I think they ended up having to take them to a dealer and have it shipped off to get it programmed by Toyota.

It looks like to me that this link below is the correct method for adding a new remote to your keyless entry system. I'll double check the factory repair manual.

Add Remote to Factory Keyless Entry

Originally Posted by b_hickman11

Also I wouldnt be so quick to buy a key fob off of ebay. I have heard people on the forums complaining about how they bought a key fob from ebay and they could never get it programmed right. I think they ended up having to take them to a dealer and have it shipped off to get it programmed by Toyota. But all in all it will cost you at least $1000 more than someone who goes the non-oem parts way.

So basically for an alarm and keyless entry it's going to cost me $300 + what ever I want to pay my Toyota mechanic to help me do it. (Good thing he loves Toyotas ) If I did it my self it would be $300 which compared to an aftermarket keyless entry and alarm I still think is a good deal.

I've got the dealer to sell me the complete system for $175 (about factory cost I think) due to their lack of knowledge on the product they sold me. They are now going to refund me $125. I feel like $175 + $35 (key) + paying a friend to help is still a good deal. $175 to do it my self is a STEAL!!!