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PQ · 07-19-2012, 04:02 PM

The thieve was wearing a hoody.

Just sayin'

Blau camaro · 07-19-2012, 04:15 PM

Memo to OP, ALWAYS remove the key from Camaro or any other car when leaving car even if just fueling up.

GEEKFREEKSCOTTY · 07-19-2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by SleepWarz

Computer systems are easy as hell to hack. I bet something already exists that can remotely shut down these devices with a mimicked signal from a laptop.

Depends on the encryption level of the signal, and a host of other factors.

Is it possible to hack? I'm sure it is. Just about anything is possible. But if it was as easy as the "tin-hatters" might lead you to believe, there'd be a host of lawsuits and news reports by now. OnStar has had this feature on lots of GM cars for quite a while now.

Remember that there is a huge difference to what is Possible to do, and what is Probable to do.

LS1hawk · 07-19-2012, 04:27 PM

I can't believe some of these responses. The name calling about leaving keys in a car. Why can't someone leave THEIR keys in THEIR car without someone stealing it? It's not the owner's fault because some scumbag doesn't understand and follow life's simple rules.

SixCyl · 07-19-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by RaiderSS

The Blaze members are some of the most racist and ignorant MFs I have ever read from.
Am I wrong if I hate racist?

No, but regardless, everyone deserves to be shown respect for the simple fact that they are human.

Ringo64 · 07-19-2012, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by LS1hawk

I can't believe some of these responses. The name calling about leaving keys in a car. Why can't someone leave THEIR keys in THEIR car without someone stealing it? It's not the owner's fault because some scumbag doesn't understand and follow life's simple rules.

Hate to burst your perfect world bubble but its the world we live in. Sadly if you give someone an inch, they'll want a mile and this guy took it for longer than that in that guy's Camaro.

Maybe I'm paranoid but I NEVER EVER leave either of my cars running even if I go in somewhere for a second even in my neighborhood

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Originally Posted by JEEPFREEKSCOTTY

Depends on the encryption level of the signal, and a host of other factors.

Is it possible to hack? I'm sure it is. Just about anything is possible. But if it was as easy as the "tin-hatters" might lead you to believe, there'd be a host of lawsuits and news reports by now. OnStar has had this feature on lots of GM cars for quite a while now.

Remember that there is a huge difference to what is Possible to do, and what is Probable to do.

This for sure, judging by a lot of the necessary feed processes going on just to do a simple call to OnStar from your car. I'm sure there is a mess of encryption just to bring up the option to disable your car's acceleration or even unlock it. For those who use the app to unlock your doors, just look at the time delay. That's not just network delay there is a lot going on between your phone, the server(s) and the computer in your car.

GEEKFREEKSCOTTY · 07-19-2012, 06:12 PM

Driver's stupidity for leaving the keys in the car aside...

I actually feel a lot more comfortable about having OnStar than I would if I simply had an alarm or LoJack even.

If my car was stolen, my first call would be to OnStar directly. They will then alert the authorities on your behalf, give them all necessary information, and coordinate the recovery.

weenie25banini · 07-19-2012, 06:14 PM

Man that guy was stupid!! but I know i would feel safe knowing that onstar will find my car and they will catch the person.

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 07-19-2012, 06:19 PM

"Locks keep the honest ones out."

- My stepdad.

John B.

tonyko1 · 07-19-2012, 06:31 PM

I leave the car running all the time when I am running in and out of the store for a minute. However, I lock the car and have a spare set of keys to use. Camaro defaults so that when running, driver's side door will not lock so you have to manually lock it outside of the car, which is fine.

Personally, I hate OnStar, want nothing to do with it. I had to sign a statement sheet at the dealership (Medved, Castle Rock, CO) stating I wouldn't "sell" the OnStar chip...which makes me wonder how much it is worth. So I am going to rip it out and perhaps give it away for a small donation to my favorite charity the MYOB Club. The day I need some nitwit sitting in a cubicle looking over my shoulder is the day I quit driving.

Thank you.

Gzilla · 07-19-2012, 07:08 PM

That's what's up!!!

Neto1978 · 07-19-2012, 07:14 PM

I wish i had my 10mm glock when this mother f. Was caught. I hate criminals! We struggle for our hard earned money and a son of gun like that steals our vehicles... No mercy!

L99CAMA2011 · 07-19-2012, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Ringo64

So he left his Camaro running and someone stole it, you don't say?

The website is called "The Blaze", I rest my case

Of all cars on of the hottest American Muscle cars ever. I always lock and take my key at the pump. Even today some hot chicks were checking my car out

. I stepped on the pedal a little harder than needed in neutral just to give them a dose of the exhaust rumble as I drove by when I was done.

L99CAMA2011 · 07-19-2012, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tonyko1

I leave the car running all the time when I am running in and out of the store for a minute. However, I lock the car and have a spare set of keys to use. Camaro defaults so that when running, driver's side door will not lock so you have to manually lock it outside of the car, which is fine.

Personally, I hate OnStar, want nothing to do with it. I had to sign a statement sheet at the dealership (Medved, Castle Rock, CO) stating I wouldn't "sell" the OnStar chip...which makes me wonder how much it is worth. So I am going to rip it out and perhaps give it away for a small donation to my favorite charity the MYOB Club. The day I need some nitwit sitting in a cubicle looking over my shoulder is the day I quit driving.

Thank you.

Take it someone doesn't like BIG BROTHER.

07-19-2012, 04:02 PM	#29
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	The thieve was wearing a hoody. Just sayin' __________________

07-19-2012, 04:27 PM	#32
LS1hawk Drives: 11 SGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: PA Posts: 479	I can't believe some of these responses. The name calling about leaving keys in a car. Why can't someone leave THEIR keys in THEIR car without someone stealing it? It's not the owner's fault because some scumbag doesn't understand and follow life's simple rules. __________________

07-19-2012, 06:12 PM	#35
GEEKFREEKSCOTTY Autoboticus Roboticus Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 1,298 View My Garage	Driver's stupidity for leaving the keys in the car aside... I actually feel a lot more comfortable about having OnStar than I would if I simply had an alarm or LoJack even. If my car was stolen, my first call would be to OnStar directly. They will then alert the authorities on your behalf, give them all necessary information, and coordinate the recovery. __________________

07-19-2012, 06:14 PM	#36
weenie25banini Drives: 2011 2LT/RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Laguna hills/Bakersfield Posts: 245 View My Garage	Man that guy was stupid!! but I know i would feel safe knowing that onstar will find my car and they will catch the person. __________________ WeeniePoopie 2011 summit white 2LT/RS automatic with sun roof. Painted matte black taillight bezel. Black out tail light&revers lights. Paint to match engine cover and fuse box.

07-19-2012, 04:15 PM	#30
Blau camaro Account Suspended Drives: #1 CAMARO FAN Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Rockford IL. Posts: 656	Memo to OP, ALWAYS remove the key from Camaro or any other car when leaving car even if just fueling up.

07-19-2012, 06:19 PM	#37
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	"Locks keep the honest ones out." - My stepdad. John B.

07-19-2012, 06:31 PM	#38
tonyko1 Banned Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible, IBM Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,015	I leave the car running all the time when I am running in and out of the store for a minute. However, I lock the car and have a spare set of keys to use. Camaro defaults so that when running, driver's side door will not lock so you have to manually lock it outside of the car, which is fine. Personally, I hate OnStar, want nothing to do with it. I had to sign a statement sheet at the dealership (Medved, Castle Rock, CO) stating I wouldn't "sell" the OnStar chip...which makes me wonder how much it is worth. So I am going to rip it out and perhaps give it away for a small donation to my favorite charity the MYOB Club. The day I need some nitwit sitting in a cubicle looking over my shoulder is the day I quit driving. Thank you.

07-19-2012, 07:08 PM	#39
Gzilla Drives: 2012 Camaro LS Silver Ice Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: United States Posts: 12 View My Garage	That's what's up!!!

07-19-2012, 07:14 PM	#40
Neto1978 Drives: 2011 camaro ss victory red Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Sp-brazil Posts: 166	I wish i had my 10mm glock when this mother f. Was caught. I hate criminals! We struggle for our hard earned money and a son of gun like that steals our vehicles... No mercy!