The "Random Things You May Not Know About Your Car" Thread

[Camaroshark]

Originally Posted by 67 Convertible

You can play your radio for 10 minutes with out the key in the ignition
After you shut the car off and take key out, you can still roll your windows up
You don't have to hold the key in the start position, just crank the engine and let go of the key, it will keep cranking until started
The automatics are much more fun to drive in "M" or "sport" mode

I use the force to start my engine. It's an old Jedi trick.

[Camaroshark]

Originally Posted by awfarley

No joke. The first time I filled up in my new ride I got out and was like "uhhh". I went to the driver seat and looked for a release button and nothing. I was trying not to look stupid and finally just pushed in the cover lol. Popped right open.

I did this. i hate to admit it. The first time I fueled up my Camaro I was like, where's the release?

[dimmerbob]

If you have the 6M transmission here is a little trick you can do to avoid the dreaded 1 to 4 sag. Do what I do when you feel the shifter being forced over to the 3,4 slot just go to third and that big 6.2 will pick right up. on worries.

[km9v]

You can also instal a skip shift eliminator & never worry about it again.

[driyac]

Found out last night you can fit 3 dead bodies, wrapped in garbage bags and blankets, in the trunk. Only issue is fat ones have a hard time fitting in the opening.

[Smooth and Cool]

Originally Posted by mikeinmobile

using the key remote, hit lock, unlock, lock, unlock. the second unlock
will illuminate all exterior lighting. the front blinkers and break lights will
flash once, the full headlamps, fog lamps, front and rear side markers,
taillights, tag light,reverse lamps and interior dome light will illuminate until you hit lock. (or I'd imagine they shut off automatically after...? seconds or minutes)

This is handy for a full exterior light inspection as well as making the
vehicle visible from space. I've also found that if you hit lock, unlock,
lock, unlock, lock, remote start......especially if someone nearby is
unsuspecting, the car is like a transformer and will make people step back
in awe/confusion. I'd guess this would also startle a thief. just some fun
stuff.

I call huh? I tried that and everything came on like normal but no fogs. 2011 LT1 auto. Damn me if this is a prank!

[Papa T]

Originally Posted by driyac

Found out last night you can fit 3 dead bodies, wrapped in garbage bags and blankets, in the trunk. Only issue is fat ones have a hard time fitting in the opening.

Ah... you must be a drug dealer... that will be our little secret.

[linc400]

Originally Posted by driyac

Found out last night you can fit 3 dead bodies, wrapped in garbage bags and blankets, in the trunk. Only issue is fat ones have a hard time fitting in the opening.

Living in Chicago and driving an antique Lincoln, I can tell you a Camaro is definitely not suitable for this purpose.

[Jshadow]

LoL i love this thread

[Rb737]

FF- if u ever forget which side your gas tank cap is on, look at the fuel gauge, there's an arrow which points to which side it is on.

[DRMKAR]

Originally Posted by Rb737

FF- if u ever forget which side your gas tank cap is on, look at the fuel gauge, there's an arrow which points to which side it is on.

are you serious? Ive never noticed that! :o

[CarolinaChick]

Originally Posted by DRMKAR

are you serious? Ive never noticed that! :o

True story! Noticed that years ago!

[cmb74656]

Not only will the car not let you lock it with the key in the ignition, the door won't even latch all the way closed. At least mine won't.

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by driyac

Found out last night you can fit 3 dead bodies, wrapped in garbage bags and blankets, in the trunk. Only issue is fat ones have a hard time fitting in the opening.

You can get blood stains out of the trunk mat with oxyclean...