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jbgz28 · 06-30-2009, 11:54 PM

I was still driving my 2002 Camaro Z28 that I had been cleaning up for sale 61,000 miles with leather and all the trimmings. My two sons were in the car. I had picked them up from their grandmothers. They were hungry and wanted me to stop. I stopped at a conveniience store. MY oldest(10) walked to the fountain drinks. I said not in my car. He got a bottle. They both got chips. I said, "Chandler, do you see the seat next to you? Do you see how clean it is? When you get out look at your seat. That is why you will not be eating in my new car. I have 3 other cars. My2002 z28 is very clean. My 1999 Cadillac deElegance Deville that I inherited from my fatherhas enough food in it to feed a third world nation. The Volvo SUV that my wife has is as my father says "rode hard and put away wet."

We have gone to the movies a few times since the arrival of my 2ss/rs black on black/m6. I ask my wife drop off or walk.. I am in that parking as far away as possible mode. Two weeks with the car and no scratches. My experience has not been painfree. I had to take my car to the dealer for a problem Within the first week, the service engine light and service Engine track? light came on. The car, A black on black 2ss/rs/moonroof/m6 was bucking like a bronco. I took it to the dealer and was told that the wiring harness had gotten too close to the manifold and shorted out. They took pictures and fixed the problem the same day. I am still in love with my car.Will drive it a few more weeks and ask questions of other m6 users.

Best car I have ever bought for myself!!!!!!!!!!!!

Vash · 06-30-2009, 11:57 PM

Lazers for cats? Cats are the debil when it comes to automotive paint.

And a Camaro front end will look like a custom built Cat entry ramp to a Feline and it's claws.

When you see 4-5 purr fect scratches then a bunch of mudy cat paws on the windshield. They do more damage than a Prius owner keying your car while your at a sporting event.

joerod97 · 06-30-2009, 11:59 PM

Sinergy, thats so funny

Vash · 07-01-2009, 12:14 AM

There really is nothing you can do it's a roll of the dice other than parking it at home and driving a POS DD.

Just try to park good. Don't double.. they will key. Uh park away from frequent in an out.
Other than that you can get a piston and a lawn chair lol. (no just a joke).

*TAG UR IT* · 07-01-2009, 12:30 AM

Park it far away....exercise is good for the body anyway.

And for the other occassions, I TOO have my firearm.

GrnMchin · 07-01-2009, 12:31 AM

We have a DD 03 Dodge Stratus and the crap that has happened to it over the last five years has really pissed me off considering the lack of respect shown by other people. Two key marks on either side of the car, creased door and rear quarter from another car, an countless door dings etc. Our classic car's we keep an ever vigilant eye on, but this will be little different meaning it will be more like a daily driver in the summer and would like to keep it looking as nice as possible. All kidding aside what wrong with wanting you car to stay looking as nice as possible. Ya stuff will happen, just trying to keep it to a minimum and not live in a bubble. I have several fire arms and a concealed weapons permit, did I mention the one I carry is a high capacity 45

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Vash · 07-01-2009, 12:37 AM

I still suggest the 2 way alarms. While they are not perfect. It will give you the warn away notice too. I.E. the 5 chirps outside... pager beeps 5 inside.

Even in grocery store or China Mart.. sometimes. Yea.. the wireless part is buggy.

So you might even be able to run out and catch someone either screwing with or just backed into your ride. Cause the pager told you. Let KITT do his job.

GrnMchin · 07-01-2009, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vash

I still suggest the 2 way alarms. While they are not perfect. It will give you the warn away notice too. I.E. the 5 chirps outside... pager beeps 5 inside.

Even in grocery store or China Mart.. sometimes. Yea.. the wireless part is buggy.

So you might even be able to run out and catch someone either screwing with or just backed into your ride. Cause the pager told you. Let KITT do his job.

Thanks, was something we have considered I just have not looked into it or done any research yet.

SleepWarz · 07-01-2009, 02:20 AM

Pitbull with the windows rolled down.

Problem solved.

sigma_1966 · 07-01-2009, 07:25 AM

If you dont mind below is my new signature

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Originally Posted by Sinergy

I plan on leaving mine in the garage all the time. Once a day I'll open the door and scream at the neighbors: "That's right bitches, it's a camaro!" Then I'll close the door and run in the house and peer through the blinds to see if anyone is looking.

rudack · 07-01-2009, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sinergy

I plan on leaving mine in the garage all the time. Once a day I'll open the door and scream at the neighbors: "That's right bitches, it's a camaro!" Then I'll close the door and run in the house and peer through the blinds to see if anyone is looking.

bnwt10 · 07-01-2009, 08:29 AM

I am glad I am not the only one worried about this stuff no one in my house understands freaking me out with a 14 and a 6 year old. Even my husband doesn't get it. Any good alarms out there mine will be setting out most of the time until I can get a bubble for it!!Car should have been here last week but atleast I haven't give it any scratches yet!!
freaked out in Illiois.

Jeffro19 · 07-01-2009, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sinergy

I plan on leaving mine in the garage all the time. Once a day I'll open the door and scream at the neighbors: "That's right bitches, it's a camaro!" Then I'll close the door and run in the house and peer through the blinds to see if anyone is looking.

that's awesome!

SicSix6 · 07-01-2009, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by GrnMchin

Just want some thoughts on this. We are worried about parking in public places and having people scratch or key the car. I am trying not to freak out about it, but I also want to do what I can to prevent things from happening. I realize it is a car and things do happen, but I just wanted to know what you guys are doing. Alarm? Car cover all the time? (seems too difficult) or what...any suggestions? Thanks!

DEI dual zone proximity sensor.

06-30-2009, 11:54 PM	#15
jbgz28 Drives: 2010BL on BL/2ss/rs/sunroof/6M Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 25	Park far away/don't let kids eat in car I was still driving my 2002 Camaro Z28 that I had been cleaning up for sale 61,000 miles with leather and all the trimmings. My two sons were in the car. I had picked them up from their grandmothers. They were hungry and wanted me to stop. I stopped at a conveniience store. MY oldest(10) walked to the fountain drinks. I said not in my car. He got a bottle. They both got chips. I said, "Chandler, do you see the seat next to you? Do you see how clean it is? When you get out look at your seat. That is why you will not be eating in my new car. I have 3 other cars. My2002 z28 is very clean. My 1999 Cadillac deElegance Deville that I inherited from my fatherhas enough food in it to feed a third world nation. The Volvo SUV that my wife has is as my father says "rode hard and put away wet." We have gone to the movies a few times since the arrival of my 2ss/rs black on black/m6. I ask my wife drop off or walk.. I am in that parking as far away as possible mode. Two weeks with the car and no scratches. My experience has not been painfree. I had to take my car to the dealer for a problem Within the first week, the service engine light and service Engine track? light came on. The car, A black on black 2ss/rs/moonroof/m6 was bucking like a bronco. I took it to the dealer and was told that the wiring harness had gotten too close to the manifold and shorted out. They took pictures and fixed the problem the same day. I am still in love with my car.Will drive it a few more weeks and ask questions of other m6 users. Best car I have ever bought for myself!!!!!!!!!!!!

07-01-2009, 12:31 AM	#20
GrnMchin Not easy being Green Drives: 67 Nova SS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 2,256	We have a DD 03 Dodge Stratus and the crap that has happened to it over the last five years has really pissed me off considering the lack of respect shown by other people. Two key marks on either side of the car, creased door and rear quarter from another car, an countless door dings etc. Our classic car's we keep an ever vigilant eye on, but this will be little different meaning it will be more like a daily driver in the summer and would like to keep it looking as nice as possible. All kidding aside what wrong with wanting you car to stay looking as nice as possible. Ya stuff will happen, just trying to keep it to a minimum and not live in a bubble. I have several fire arms and a concealed weapons permit, did I mention the one I carry is a high capacity 45. __________________ The 68 Camaro build project Last edited by GrnMchin; 07-01-2009 at 12:44 AM.

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06-30-2009, 11:57 PM	#16
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,104	Lazers for cats? Cats are the debil when it comes to automotive paint. And a Camaro front end will look like a custom built Cat entry ramp to a Feline and it's claws. When you see 4-5 purr fect scratches then a bunch of mudy cat paws on the windshield. They do more damage than a Prius owner keying your car while your at a sporting event.

06-30-2009, 11:59 PM	#17
joerod97 Chevy Man Drives: 2010 2ss -black/black Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Folsom,ca Posts: 433 View My Garage	Sinergy, thats so funny

07-01-2009, 12:14 AM	#18
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,104	There really is nothing you can do it's a roll of the dice other than parking it at home and driving a POS DD. Just try to park good. Don't double.. they will key. Uh park away from frequent in an out. Other than that you can get a piston and a lawn chair lol. (no just a joke).

07-01-2009, 12:30 AM	#19
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	Park it far away....exercise is good for the body anyway. And for the other occassions, I TOO have my firearm.

07-01-2009, 12:37 AM	#21
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,104	I still suggest the 2 way alarms. While they are not perfect. It will give you the warn away notice too. I.E. the 5 chirps outside... pager beeps 5 inside. Even in grocery store or China Mart.. sometimes. Yea.. the wireless part is buggy. So you might even be able to run out and catch someone either screwing with or just backed into your ride. Cause the pager told you. Let KITT do his job.

07-01-2009, 02:20 AM	#23
SleepWarz Banned Drives: 1991 New Yorker, 69 Tbird, ABM2SSRS Join Date: May 2009 Location: BC Canada Posts: 2,248 View My Garage	Pitbull with the windows rolled down. Problem solved.

07-01-2009, 08:29 AM	#26
bnwt10 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2lt rs Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mattoon,IL Posts: 5	I am glad I am not the only one worried about this stuff no one in my house understands freaking me out with a 14 and a 6 year old. Even my husband doesn't get it. Any good alarms out there mine will be setting out most of the time until I can get a bubble for it!!Car should have been here last week but atleast I haven't give it any scratches yet!! freaked out in Illiois.