GB: Shark Fin Antenna for Mazda 5 by Visual Garage (functional)

[RPM]

RPM is proud to bring you yet another group buy for the Shark Fin Antenna from Visual Garage.

This is a fully functional and very stylish shark fin antenna that comes pre-painted to match your car. Hundreds of customers have already purchased this antenna and have been very pleased.

Utilizing fractal antenna technology, VG was able to develop a functional antenna that fits inside the shark fin and retains radio reception within normally acceptable ranges. A fractal antenna is created using fractal geometry (repetition of a simple shape to form a repeating pattern) and has reception that rivals antenna designs 50% to 150% larger in size. Through testing, they have found that the VG Shark Fin Antenna performed consistently better than any stubby antenna fitted on the same car.

A custom die-cut 3M double-sided adhesive gasket is designed to secure the VG Shark Fin Antenna in place, overtop of the antenna base. This 3M adhesive is used because of its bonding strength to the car and its nature of being removable without damaging the paint. Also it has good weatherability and is insensitive to contamination.

The VG Shark Fin Antenna is made of sturdy and high quality ABS plastic by injection molding process. Each VG Shark Fin Antenna is painted and clear coated to color match the OEM color code of your car. VG has reputable body shops working with them, so you can be assured that you are receiving a high quality paint job!


GROUP BUY PRICING

Our original shark fin group buys always used a stepped pricing model, but last time, we offered a single low price and it worked out very well, so we're trying it again! A price this low was previously only offered when we received more than 50 orders!

VG's MSRP --> $81.00
RPM's Retail Price --> $79.95

Group Buy Price --> $64.80 (20% off MSRP!)

This price includes USPS Priority Mail shipping within the U.S. (including Alaska and Hawaii). Shipping to Canada will be an additional US$5.00, but they will be shipped via Canada Post from British Columbia, so as to avoid customs fees. Canadian orders should use the shipping quote code: C35X

This group buy will accept orders until August 26, 2008. All orders will be sent to Visual Garage at that time. Once submitted, they will be made and custom-painted and will take approximately 4-5 weeks to ship. If you take part in this group buy, you should not expect to receive your antenna until late September, 2008! Yes, I know that's a long time. You can pay full price if you want your order to be processed right away. Normal orders are currently taking about 4-5 weeks from the time the order is placed, or less than a week if the "Rush Order" fee is paid.


HOW TO ORDER

You may order directly from our website via the link below. Do NOT choose the "Rush Order" option if you are participating in the group buy. When checking out, use the coupon code "SHARKFINGB" in order to be included in the group buy. If you do not redeem this coupon code, your order will be processed normally at full price. Canadian orders should use the shipping quote code: C35X

http://www.therpmstore.com/product_i...roducts_id=296


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[Distinct]

This is awesome, just what I was looking for. I've got a roof rack with surfboards and I'm guessing with this antenna, I won't have to remove the antenna when the boards are up. Perfect.

I don't really listen to the radio too much but how much worse is the reception in urban areas where the signal is strong?

[Lola 2.0]

Do you offer Copper Red? I didnt see it on the pull down list of colors.

[stillageek]

I have one on my 5. I live in the DFW area and don't have problems listening to local radio on the odd occasion when I tune in.

[RPM]

Originally Posted by Distinct

This is awesome, just what I was looking for. I've got a roof rack with surfboards and I'm guessing with this antenna, I won't have to remove the antenna when the boards are up. Perfect.

I don't really listen to the radio too much but how much worse is the reception in urban areas where the signal is strong?

You shouldn't really notice it where the signal is strong. The people who notice it most are usually on the edge of the station's range.

[RPM]

Originally Posted by Lola 2.0

Do you offer Copper Red? I didnt see it on the pull down list of colors.

It has been added.

[x10dude]

How hard is it to remove the original antenna and install the shark fin antenna?

[RPM]

Here are the instructions:
http://www.visualgarage.com/Product_Installation.html

[VanM5]

Can I just order from you and go pick it up(I live in Burnaby)??

[RPM]

Originally Posted by VanM5

Can I just order from you and go pick it up(I live in Burnaby)??

Unfortunately, Visual Garage does not allow local pickup.

[AIMWO4]

Darn... I missed the cut-off...

[sandmantech]

Just got mine 3 days ago (via the group buy). It is a very nice product. First impression is ... it is (kind of) BIG. But, it fits perfectly and look real nice.

[islandreamer]

Originally Posted by AIMWO4

Darn... I missed the cut-off...

Any more plans for another group by?

[~JoJo~]

I have it on my speed3 and reception is perfect. Maybe next time I'll get on this GB for the mazda5.

[RPM]

Originally Posted by islandreamer

Any more plans for another group by?

At some point, yes. The last GB wasn't as successful as we needed it to be, so it will be a bit longer before the next one.