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p1mp1n8ez · 03-26-2010, 04:02 PM

Is this something only available for use through OnStar? So after the 1yr of free use, you have to pay to get GPS directions or it becomes unusable?

Chevyg1rl · 03-26-2010, 04:06 PM

That's what I got out of the conversation I had with them when I got my car. With everything they offer, I thought the annual rate was pretty reasonable. You should be able to pick and choose your package, though. Not sure how much the GPS would be.

Mr_Draco · 03-26-2010, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by p1mp1n8ez

Is this something only available for use through OnStar? So after the 1yr of free use, you have to pay to get GPS directions or it becomes unusable?

Yes after your free trial you will have to pay to use the GPS. It is $28.90 a month of $299 a year (not including sales tax).

http://www.onstar.com/us_english/jsp...irect_conn.jsp

Frank in MD · 03-26-2010, 04:21 PM

Actually, Directions and Connections is now $399 annually.

TekkGuy · 03-26-2010, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

Yes after your free trial you will have to pay to use the GPS. It is $28.90 a month of $299 a year (not including sales tax).

http://www.onstar.com/us_english/jsp...irect_conn.jsp

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Originally Posted by Rockmont

Actually, Directions and Connections is now $399 annually.

Actually, Mr_Draco is correct, GPS is $299 / Year, not $399. Check the OnStar website. I think what you are referring to is the Safe & Sound package, w/ the Direction & Connections "Upgrade" for an additional $100 for the 1st year of paid service. But he wasn't quoting the S&S Package, he was just quoting the D&C Package price.

FirstCamaro2k10 · 03-26-2010, 04:45 PM

Do they have a pay per use? cause i wouldnt pay a monthy charge for it, since i would rarely use it.

TekkGuy · 03-26-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstCamaro2k10

Do they have a pay per use? cause i wouldnt pay a monthy charge for it, since i would rarely use it.

From what I understand they have a pay per month option only, other then yearly. You can activate it for one month, if lets say you know you are going on a trip, but you can't pay per use... At least not from what I've been told.

p1mp1n8ez · 03-27-2010, 12:17 PM

thats insane. $299 a year!?

Rogue Leader · 03-27-2010, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockmont

Actually, Directions and Connections is now $399 annually.

Not according to here:

http://www.onstar.com/us_english/jsp/plans/index.jsp

Includes safe and sound and D&C. $299/year

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Originally Posted by p1mp1n8ez

thats insane. $299 a year!?

Check the link above you get a lot more than GPS, it has a built in lojack feature that allows the cops to slow your car down and lock it out if stolen. Emergency assistance, auto crash response, towing, telephone unlock (if you lock your keys in the car or lose them) and a live person to talk to any time to get directions and information about anything.

GangGreen · 03-27-2010, 12:38 PM

if you call to renew On*Star, ask for a lower rate. They went to $250.00 for him!!

"prima"Donna · 03-27-2010, 01:51 PM

I just got my renewal notice for OnStar, and it will be $31.39/month for me here in NY to have the same features that I currently have with the 1 yr free trial period.....didn't realize it would be that expensive....

Shuffler · 03-27-2010, 03:24 PM

The lowjack feature is different than actually having lojack though. Onstar might not be able to locate it if under trees or a roof, anything that blocks the sat signal. LoJack works off FM and can find the vehicle most of the time.

I also had LoJack put on my Daughter's SGM.

Rogue Leader · 03-27-2010, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Shuffler

The lowjack feature is different than actually having lojack though. Onstar might not be able to locate it if under trees or a roof, anything that blocks the sat signal. LoJack works off FM and can find the vehicle most of the time.

I also had LoJack put on my Daughter's SGM.

Yes but Lojack can't disable the car. While I agree FM is the better way to go for tracking the vehicle, shutting it down on the spot is pretty good as well.

FirstCamaro2k10 · 03-27-2010, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TekkGuy

From what I understand they have a pay per month option only, other then yearly. You can activate it for one month, if lets say you know you are going on a trip, but you can't pay per use... At least not from what I've been told.

Thanks for the info, much appreciated.

03-26-2010, 04:02 PM	#1
p1mp1n8ez Drives: Camaro Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Madison Posts: 7	Driver information center GPS? Is this something only available for use through OnStar? So after the 1yr of free use, you have to pay to get GPS directions or it becomes unusable?

03-26-2010, 04:06 PM	#2
Chevyg1rl Drives: Chevys Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,408 View My Garage	That's what I got out of the conversation I had with them when I got my car. With everything they offer, I thought the annual rate was pretty reasonable. You should be able to pick and choose your package, though. Not sure how much the GPS would be. __________________

03-26-2010, 04:21 PM	#4
Frank in MD Raining Blood Drives: 2014 SS Performance Sedan Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: facebook Posts: 2,683	Actually, Directions and Connections is now $399 annually. __________________ Ordered 1/9/12 - Born 2/3/12 - Delivered 2/21/12 - '12 1SS/RS Summit White - TRADED. 2014 SS Performance Sedan #2974 - Red Hot 2 - S/R. & Spare. Built 01/09/14 #238 of 291 as configured

03-27-2010, 12:38 PM	#10
GangGreen Drives: Victory Red LT RS Born:3/3/09 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: VEGA$ BABY Posts: 136	if you call to renew OnStar, ask for a lower rate. They went to $250.00 for him!! __________________ Mods: SLP Loudmouth 1, Gen 5 Racing Stage 2 CIA. Soon: Headers, Custom Tune, FI.*

03-27-2010, 01:51 PM	#11
"prima"Donna HWAY STR Drives: 2010 RJT VIN#7085 & 2014 CRT C7 Join Date: May 2009 Location: New York Posts: 13,118 View My Garage	I just got my renewal notice for OnStar, and it will be $31.39/month for me here in NY to have the same features that I currently have with the 1 yr free trial period.....didn't realize it would be that expensive.... __________________ ~ HWAY STR ~

03-26-2010, 04:45 PM	#6
FirstCamaro2k10 Drives: 2010 Silver Ice Metallic Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Just North of Beaumont, TX Posts: 731 View My Garage	Do they have a pay per use? cause i wouldnt pay a monthy charge for it, since i would rarely use it.

03-27-2010, 12:17 PM	#8
p1mp1n8ez Drives: Camaro Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Madison Posts: 7	thats insane. $299 a year!?

03-27-2010, 03:24 PM	#12
Shuffler God Bless Dawson Drives: Synergy for my Daughter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 3,057	The lowjack feature is different than actually having lojack though. Onstar might not be able to locate it if under trees or a roof, anything that blocks the sat signal. LoJack works off FM and can find the vehicle most of the time. I also had LoJack put on my Daughter's SGM. __________________

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