[Hschlick84]

Doing some research for an all-around form & functional and high quality sharkfin antenna, I came across this. For $69, you can have one painted to match the OEM look.

http://www.visualgarage.com/

 

[RedAlertV]

Very cool, a bit steep in price but what can you do.

 

[iluvmyVersa08]

I've looked at these before through another site. Just a heads up to everyone; it doesn't work with the built in XM radio; our antenna base is bigger than those without XM and the shark fin won't fit over it!


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[expofab]

I've looked at these before through another site. Just a heads up to everyone; it doesn't work with the built in XM radio; our antenna base is bigger than those without XM and the shark fin won't fit over it!


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I saw this on another site as well, and I actually emailed them a few weeks ago. They have a new one that works with the XM radio. I have the email somewhere, lets see if I can dig it up ... ah here, see below:




Hi xxxxxxx,

Thank you for your email.

Our pre-released Mark II VG shark fin antenna is compatible with your 2011 Nissan Versa Hatchback. For more information, pictures and how to order, please see the email below.

Regards,
xxxxxxx

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This new shark fin antenna was developed specifically for vehicles that have an AM/FM rear-roof whip antenna and a Sirius/XM/OnStar/GPS chip-set antenna integrated into the larger antenna base. Our Mark II antenna will allow you to replace the whip portion of your AM/FM antenna and cover the entire large antenna base on your roof to give it a clean look. Installing this antenna will not hinder the operation of your Sirius/XM/OnStar/GPS chip-set antennas that are integrated into your antenna base. Please click the following links for some sample pictures of our new shark fin antenna:

http://www.visualgarage.com/Product_VG_SFA_MKII.html

We are happy to announce that we can continue to offer our Mark II version at the same price as our Mark I version, currently priced at $69USD (including painting to your OEM color as usual), plus shipping/handling for $12USD to USA/Canada or $28USD to International locations (including tracking number & insurance). GST & HST applicable for Canadian orders. Lead time is around 1 to 2 weeks before ready for shipping.

To place an order, please send an email to [email protected] and provide the information below, and a Paypal invoice for ordering will be sent to you shortly afterwards . You will be able to pay via Paypal account, eCheck and most major credit cards. To find your color code, please visit this page: http://www.visualgarage.com/Product_Paint_Code.html

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Subject: Order - VG Shark Fin Antenna Mark II

Qty x Year, Make, Model, Style - Color Code / Color Name
(example: Qty: 1 x 2009 Pontiac G8 4-Dr Sedan - WA690F / Phantom Metallic)

Mailing Address

Paypal email Address
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[iluvmyVersa08]

That's good news!
Are you ordering one? Do you have XM in your car (so the larger antenna base)? If you order one, and install it please post up pics. I had wanted to get one before, but the company I was looking at (this is well over a year ago); said it was incompatible with the larger XM base ...
Thanks for the info

 

[APLPIX]

Very nice, something I'm interested in having.

 

[iluvmyVersa08]

I emailed the company yesterday, received a response and placed my order

I'll post up when I get it, and installation ...

Thanks again expofab for finding out the info. I am happy that they finally make them to accommodate the XM base.

 

[expofab]

i do plan to get one too ... will wait until next money for car fun funds in the meantime post some pics if you get them!!

 

[iluvmyVersa08]

i do plan to get one too ... will wait until next money for car fun funds in the meantime post some pics if you get them!!

I just placed my order today. I was told it would arrive in about two weeks.
I won't be able to install it until the weather warms up a bit, but I'll take pics of it just sitting in place to test it out.

It ships from Canada, so Canadian members don't have to worry about custom/duty fees ... phew!

 

[Ajax]

Dont mean to change subjects, but how do you remove the antennae thing? I wanna remove it temporarily and dont know how

 

[MuzzleNChains]

the antennae itself will unscrew. not sure about the base

 

[iluvmyVersa08]

Dont mean to change subjects, but how do you remove the antennae thing? I wanna remove it temporarily and dont know how

Base does not come off; just the "stub" comes off. I'm gonna install my shark fin antenna soon but it goes over the base.


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[Ajax]

Hmm... Ok thanks!

 

[Vangelis]

Ajax the antenna base comes off but its a lil tricky u got to thru the trunk , open up the roof trim and there is a nut that u unscrew ... I had to do that when i vyniled my roof.... Good luck