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=Stephens= · 02-20-2017, 09:55 AM

I was curious, who still has it and uses this? I discontinued mine when my free subscription expired. I did like the phone service with the satellite when my cell phone didnt get service but never used it enough.

Dejavu · 02-20-2017, 10:14 AM

I changed out the head unit and did not bother to buy the additional adapter kit to keep the Onstar. I hadn't used it prior to the change either.

Welker2 · 02-20-2017, 10:18 AM

Had it up until last month. Mainly kept until then in both the Camaro & Traverse for the NAV (we travel a lot); but couldn't see paying the monthly fee just for that, especially since I own a GARMIN with lifetime free map updates. When I cancelled, they gave me the 3 year free service which still allows me to use the MyChevrolet App remote features and get the monthly diagnostic reports.

sherob · 02-20-2017, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Welker2

Had it up until last month. Mainly kept until then in both the Camaro & Traverse for the NAV (we travel a lot); but couldn't see paying the monthly fee just for that, especially since I own a GARMIN with lifetime free map updates. When I cancelled, they gave me the 3 year free service which still allows me to use the MyChevrolet App remote features and get the monthly diagnostic reports.

That's SOP now...

http://www.consumerreports.org/cars-...-to-customers/

Mnhdrider · 02-20-2017, 11:17 AM

The free app lets you start,(automatic transmission only) lock or unlock your car with your phone. You don't have to continue subscribing after your free trial runs out. Good for 5 years from the orginal purchase date. Lock your keys in once and you'll be happy you have it.

Baba · 02-21-2017, 09:01 AM

I've been using it on both vehicles since 2008. The value for my money is that with a single push of the button on the rearview mirror you can reach someone 24/7, 365 days of the year.

This past November I had a CEL came on in my DD at 6:30 a.m. on the way to work one morning. Pushed the OnStar button and was told it was something with the fuel system. Turned out the culprit was the gas cap which wasn't tightening properly. A new gas cap solved the problem.

Neither Honda or Toyota (looking at a CUV / SUV to replace my DD) offer anything like OnStar and the ability to connect with someone at the push of a button in the event of a potentially emergent situation can be priceless.

Keep in mind, OnStar rates ARE negotiable. Don't pay more than 9.95 / month for the middle plan.

JLSuperfly · 02-21-2017, 09:51 AM

I didn't renew when the free trial expired but kept the free basic service.

Reaper85 · 02-21-2017, 10:36 AM

Anyone know if this offer is available in Canada? I canceled it on the Camaro when it ran out, but our new cruise is about to expire. Just wondering if anyone knows.

PistonHead · 02-21-2017, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Reaper85

Anyone know if this offer is available in Canada? I canceled it on the Camaro when it ran out, but our new crude is about to expire. Just wondering if anyone knows.

Yes the free service is in Canada. I've been using it for almost two years now. It allows you limited use of the Onstar app. For mine (2015 my), it was included for 5 years with the purchase of the car.

Later,
Brad

Reaper85 · 02-21-2017, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by PistonHead

Yes the free service is in Canada. I've been using it for almost two years now. It allows you limited use of the Onstar app. For mine (2015 my), it was included for 5 years with the purchase of the car.

Later,
Brad

Awesome thanks.

BigMacLA · 02-24-2017, 10:06 AM

Has anyone removed the GPS onstar box from glove box?

TheFlyingBananaSS · 02-24-2017, 11:35 AM

I will not be renewing after my free trial is over. Twice I've tried to use navigation and twice they couldn't find 2 major towns near me. My cell phone navigation got the job done in 30 seconds.

cb66 · 02-24-2017, 11:55 AM

I kept it in all of my vehicles, its a piece of mind, vehicle tracking and shut down if the car is stolen , able to unlock the door if the keys are locked in and phone service that is 10x better than any cellular provider can offer.To me its well worth it.

CamaroFred · 02-24-2017, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMacLA

Has anyone removed the GPS onstar box from glove box?

Car thieves do that.
Or do you mean so they can't track you?

Do you carry a cell phone? Have an EZ-Pass?

02-20-2017, 09:55 AM	#1
=Stephens= Drives: 2011 LS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kearney, Nebraska Posts: 3,541 View My Garage	On Star I was curious, who still has it and uses this? I discontinued mine when my free subscription expired. I did like the phone service with the satellite when my cell phone didnt get service but never used it enough.

02-20-2017, 10:18 AM	#3
Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	Had it up until last month. Mainly kept until then in both the Camaro & Traverse for the NAV (we travel a lot); but couldn't see paying the monthly fee just for that, especially since I own a GARMIN with lifetime free map updates. When I cancelled, they gave me the 3 year free service which still allows me to use the MyChevrolet App remote features and get the monthly diagnostic reports. __________________

02-21-2017, 09:01 AM	#6
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	I've been using it on both vehicles since 2008. The value for my money is that with a single push of the button on the rearview mirror you can reach someone 24/7, 365 days of the year. This past November I had a CEL came on in my DD at 6:30 a.m. on the way to work one morning. Pushed the OnStar button and was told it was something with the fuel system. Turned out the culprit was the gas cap which wasn't tightening properly. A new gas cap solved the problem. Neither Honda or Toyota (looking at a CUV / SUV to replace my DD) offer anything like OnStar and the ability to connect with someone at the push of a button in the event of a potentially emergent situation can be priceless. Keep in mind, OnStar rates ARE negotiable. Don't pay more than 9.95 / month for the middle plan. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Summit White Black Leather 3 Pedals Build Date: 06/27/2011 Purchased: 07/30/2011 Title Received: 08/15/2011 1984 Camaro (3rd Gen.): Traded: 1987 "Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss."

02-21-2017, 10:36 AM	#8
Reaper85 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 598	Anyone know if this offer is available in Canada? I canceled it on the Camaro when it ran out, but our new cruise is about to expire. Just wondering if anyone knows. Last edited by Reaper85; 02-21-2017 at 11:41 AM.

02-24-2017, 11:55 AM	#13
cb66 Drives: 13 2SS/RS HWSE Camaro # 959 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Washington Pa. Posts: 253 View My Garage	I kept it in all of my vehicles, its a piece of mind, vehicle tracking and shut down if the car is stolen , able to unlock the door if the keys are locked in and phone service that is 10x better than any cellular provider can offer.To me its well worth it. __________________ Roto Fab CAI, Flowmaster American Thunder series exhaust , Elite Engineering catch can, Range AFM delete ,Oracle LED side marker lights ,Plasma LED DRL Lights & harness, LED License Plate bulbs, Xpel Ultimate paint protection film.

02-20-2017, 10:14 AM	#2
Dejavu Drives: 2014 Camaro LS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Myrtle Beach, SC Posts: 15	I changed out the head unit and did not bother to buy the additional adapter kit to keep the Onstar. I hadn't used it prior to the change either.

02-20-2017, 11:17 AM	#5
Mnhdrider Drives: 15 black 2SSRS1LE Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Northwest MN Posts: 25 View My Garage	The free app lets you start,(automatic transmission only) lock or unlock your car with your phone. You don't have to continue subscribing after your free trial runs out. Good for 5 years from the orginal purchase date. Lock your keys in once and you'll be happy you have it.

02-21-2017, 09:51 AM	#7
JLSuperfly Drives: 2014 Red Hot LS3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 4,266	I didn't renew when the free trial expired but kept the free basic service.

02-24-2017, 10:06 AM	#11
BigMacLA Drives: 2012 2ss Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 61 View My Garage	Has anyone removed the GPS onstar box from glove box?

02-24-2017, 11:35 AM	#12
TheFlyingBananaSS Evil Genius of Chevrolet Drives: 2017 Z06, 2019 XTS, 2013 SS Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: New York Posts: 3,260	I will not be renewing after my free trial is over. Twice I've tried to use navigation and twice they couldn't find 2 major towns near me. My cell phone navigation got the job done in 30 seconds.