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M3NTA7 · 03-12-2012, 10:12 PM

Wanna get some opinions about On Star. Is it worth having? My trial subscription is coming to an end and debating on whether to continue it. Has anyone used it?

CaryE1 · 03-12-2012, 11:20 PM

I let my trial run out. I didn't use it a single time. I simply have my phone connected via blue tooth, I don't use the nav.

maverickmage · 03-13-2012, 12:09 AM

I've used it only once and even then, I thought they were a bit useless. Got into an accident late at night on a highway that I was unfamiliar with and thought they would be able to find me... alas they didn't and kept calling me to ask for directions.

I have a portable nav that I can use with ease so I don't use the nav function. My LS doesn't have the bluetooth capability so I don't use that. And the secondary phone service is a rip imo.

Not worth the price. I would only suggest it if you like the fact that they might find you in case of an accident or you're uncomfortable using a gps.

Blue17CamaroZL1 · 03-13-2012, 12:22 AM

I've been using onstar since 2008 when I had my old Colorado.

I think it's worth it because I like what it does, monthly diagnostic reports, hands free calling and other assorted useful stuffs. Luckily I haven't had to use the emergency portion of it. But for the $30 a month, I can't complain, but this is just my opinion.

heRS · 03-13-2012, 12:30 AM

I shut it off while my Camaro was in winter storage but plan to restart the safe & sound package when I start driving it again.

camarowa · 03-13-2012, 12:48 AM

I originally let it expire, but found out that as a state farm full coverage customer I would qualify for free safe and sound. So that is what I have had for probably close to a year and half now. Never had to use it, and would never pay for it.

Steve Dallas · 03-13-2012, 12:49 AM

I didn't renew the GPS part of it, but have kept the basic emergency plan.

I did have a problem with my car (fusebox corroded) that cause a cylinder miss (lack of fuel), and the car died in the middle of nowhere. I first called the local dealer (6:00pm on a Sunday), and the salesman there said to try OnStar. Not my first thought because I really haven't used it before.

They got a towtruck, and towed it to the dealer. Everything was covered by warrantee, including 3 days of rental.

They even gave me 6 more months of OnStar Emergency after that happened...so I didn't need to renew this Christmas season.

2SSJIM · 03-13-2012, 03:33 AM

I've used it quite a few times when traveling to find certain hotels on my route. I love the monthly diagnostic checks, good info plus I like the fact that when I do get a flat, I can contact them to come get me.

sherifdude · 03-13-2012, 04:59 AM

i love onstar i put my car into a ditch within seconds onstar call me. damm dog

Oldtimer426 · 03-13-2012, 09:14 AM

Must have mainly for someone stealing it etc.

1hotchevy · 03-13-2012, 02:17 PM

ive never used it, i have a jvc nav/hd radio so dont need the nav part and my cell has never failed me, my stereo has bluse tooth so no need for onstar.

CaryE1 · 03-13-2012, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camarowa

I originally let it expire, but found out that as a state farm full coverage customer I would qualify for free safe and sound. So that is what I have had for probably close to a year and half now. Never had to use it, and would never pay for it.

Camarowa, I am also with State Farm - but I haven't heard of this... Who do I need to talk with for the free Safe & Sound? My State Farm agent or an Onstar Rep?

camarowa · 03-13-2012, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaryE1

Camarowa, I am also with State Farm - but I haven't heard of this... Who do I need to talk with for the free Safe & Sound? My State Farm agent or an Onstar Rep?

I got a letter in the mail from my state farm agent (about a year and half ago by now). Contact them and see if it is still available.

M3NTA7 · 03-17-2012, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherifdude

i love onstar i put my car into a ditch within seconds onstar call me. damm dog

Yikes, hope you and the car are all right.

03-12-2012, 10:12 PM	#1
M3NTA7 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS Transformer Edition Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Seattle, Washington USA Posts: 227 View My Garage	On Star Wanna get some opinions about On Star. Is it worth having? My trial subscription is coming to an end and debating on whether to continue it. Has anyone used it?

03-12-2012, 11:20 PM	#2
CaryE1 Drives: Black 2011 2LT Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 256	I let my trial run out. I didn't use it a single time. I simply have my phone connected via blue tooth, I don't use the nav. __________________

03-13-2012, 12:22 AM	#4
Blue17CamaroZL1 650HP soon to come Drives: 2017 Chevy Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sayreville, New Jersey Posts: 2,882 View My Garage	I've been using onstar since 2008 when I had my old Colorado. I think it's worth it because I like what it does, monthly diagnostic reports, hands free calling and other assorted useful stuffs. Luckily I haven't had to use the emergency portion of it. But for the $30 a month, I can't complain, but this is just my opinion. __________________ 2017 Camaro ZL1 Hyper Blue Metallic A10, PDR, NAV, Premium floor mats

03-13-2012, 12:30 AM	#5
heRS Raised by Wolves Drives: IBM 2010 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 5,980 View My Garage	I shut it off while my Camaro was in winter storage but plan to restart the safe & sound package when I start driving it again. __________________ Tori click the sig pic to view my build thread

03-13-2012, 12:48 AM	#6
camarowa Drives: 2013 SVT Raptor, sold 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PNW....almost canada Posts: 1,907	I originally let it expire, but found out that as a state farm full coverage customer I would qualify for free safe and sound. So that is what I have had for probably close to a year and half now. Never had to use it, and would never pay for it. __________________ - Pfadt Suspension Package; Springs & Sways - Brembo Brake Upgrade (Yellow); Courtesy Fesler Built - Custom Magnaflow Exhaust - Blacked-Out Bowties & RS Emblems, Front bowtie delete - Full Dynamat Extreme Trunk Coverage - Tinted side markers - Interior DSV Customs Leather Upgrades - Airaid CAI V2 - Forgestar F14 Gunmetal 20x9, 20x11 - Doug Thorley Shorties

03-13-2012, 12:09 AM	#3
maverickmage Drives: Camaro V6 LS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 81	I've used it only once and even then, I thought they were a bit useless. Got into an accident late at night on a highway that I was unfamiliar with and thought they would be able to find me... alas they didn't and kept calling me to ask for directions. I have a portable nav that I can use with ease so I don't use the nav function. My LS doesn't have the bluetooth capability so I don't use that. And the secondary phone service is a rip imo. Not worth the price. I would only suggest it if you like the fact that they might find you in case of an accident or you're uncomfortable using a gps.

03-13-2012, 12:49 AM	#7
Steve Dallas Commits weekly crime Drives: 2017 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Camano Island, WA Posts: 9,513 View My Garage	I didn't renew the GPS part of it, but have kept the basic emergency plan. I did have a problem with my car (fusebox corroded) that cause a cylinder miss (lack of fuel), and the car died in the middle of nowhere. I first called the local dealer (6:00pm on a Sunday), and the salesman there said to try OnStar. Not my first thought because I really haven't used it before. They got a towtruck, and towed it to the dealer. Everything was covered by warrantee, including 3 days of rental. They even gave me 6 more months of OnStar Emergency after that happened...so I didn't need to renew this Christmas season. __________________ 2017 Camaro 1LT - Blue Barchetta IV I fire up the willing engine, responding with a roar. Tires spitting gravel I commit my weekly crime.

03-13-2012, 03:33 AM	#8
2SSJIM Drives: 2012 CRT ZL1 #1400 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: AZ. Posts: 942	I've used it quite a few times when traveling to find certain hotels on my route. I love the monthly diagnostic checks, good info plus I like the fact that when I do get a flat, I can contact them to come get me.

03-13-2012, 04:59 AM	#9
sherifdude MEAN MACHINE Drives: 2010 CHEVY CAMARO 1SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: prairieville,louisiana Posts: 283 View My Garage	onstar i love onstar i put my car into a ditch within seconds onstar call me. damm dog Attached Images

03-13-2012, 09:14 AM	#10
Oldtimer426 U.S. Army Retired 20 year Drives: 2010 2SS Coupe M6 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Arlee, MT. Posts: 234 View My Garage	Must have mainly for someone stealing it etc. __________________ Custom Grill GM, Custom Exhaust GM, Foose wheels legend 20", Blue footwell LED bothsides, and truck LEDs, window tints 20% rear 18% sides, custom pinstriping red color sides and rear skip shift eliminator, mailbox and side grill stainless steal inserts. 20 Years Military Service Army.

03-13-2012, 02:17 PM	#11
1hotchevy Scottish Knight Drives: RS/2SS 6 speed manual Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Washington State Posts: 330 View My Garage	ive never used it, i have a jvc nav/hd radio so dont need the nav part and my cell has never failed me, my stereo has bluse tooth so no need for onstar. __________________

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