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HeadonaStick · 10-31-2013, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Yeah. That doesn't sound like a really high number to me. I wouldn't think rates would be effected because of this. (Bu I could be wrong)

If I read the article correctly these numbers are for NEW cars stolen from dealer lots; it doesn't include personal vehicles stolen.

Hurst · 10-31-2013, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by HeadonaStick

If I read the article correctly these numbers are for NEW cars stolen from dealer lots; it doesn't include personal vehicles stolen.

I didn't get that, but it did reference a Dealership.

"But thieves have found work-arounds; when 5 Camaros went missing from a South Carolina dealership in August, the swipers quickly ditched the ZL1, but disconnected the OnStar cellular equipment on four SS models — all in different colors — before getting away."

And why the reference to the color? Does it really matter?

A Camaro is a Camaro.

Garaged and Locked...

Ph4r · 10-31-2013, 11:08 AM

The Camaro is not a Sports Car, I love my Sporty Car, but the Title is bothering me.

The Circle · 10-31-2013, 11:45 AM

We have a member who's car has very little chance of getting stolen. hahahaha

toNspahreP · 10-31-2013, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by United_727

You are not going to steal these cars without the keys (unless you tow it).

I can disable the VATS lock on any Camaro in 23 seconds with HPtuners and use any key to start the cars.

Your turn.

Camaro Dude · 10-31-2013, 12:07 PM

My insurance rate is not too bad, but they would not insure it unless I installed a gps alarm system. My insurance does not recognize onstar as being "anti theft" deterrent.

tramtwo · 10-31-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by The Circle

We have a member who's car has very little chance of getting stolen. hahahaha

That's true and even if... he has his truck...

2012-1822 · 10-31-2013, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by AdamEL

I wonder if there's any truth to the old tale that manuals get stolen much less than automatics...

Never heard that myself, but I hope so.

SnoopyAce7 · 10-31-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by christianmotox

Great, now I need to make my camaro harder to steal.

Put Mopar badges on it

tramtwo · 10-31-2013, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SnoopyAce7

Put Mopar badges on it

Post of the day!!

Paparazzi 1 · 10-31-2013, 04:05 PM

I spoke to an Onstar stolen car techie and asked the question, "can the car be tracked if it is not turned on and someone uses a roll back to steal it?"

"Yes, but . . . it depends," was the answer.

It seems that after an amount of time, think it was 72 hours or so, the system goes on 'sleep mode' so as not to drain the battery.

Don't lose sleep over it . . .drive it with a smile !

Cheveey57 · 10-31-2013, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by United_727

You are not going to steal these cars without the keys (unless you tow it).

You keep believing that. To the casual thief maybe but,
to a pro they'll have your ride in minutes without either.

Bonanza7 · 10-31-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by atrain2ss

One of the many reasons I have a GPS tracker on all my vehicles, including the Camaro.

If it is stolen, do you really want it back?

camguynj · 10-31-2013, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 13FastBlkSS

If they want in they will get it.. one way or another..

Onstar uses and needs satilite access ( can't be detectd in undergrounf/ in a garage) and only one commly placed transponder that theives can disable in a minute. Lojac use FM like radio frequncey ( can be detected under ground, in garages,containers, etc) PLUS Lojack has 2 radomly installed transponders in each car, virtually insuring it will be found.

Couple Lojac with a motion detector and your car if theft proof !

10-31-2013, 11:08 AM	#45
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10-31-2013, 11:45 AM	#46
The Circle If you have to ask ...... Drives: Camaros Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: US Posts: 82	We have a member who's car has very little chance of getting stolen. hahahaha

10-31-2013, 12:07 PM	#48
Camaro Dude Drives: ‘13 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Earth Posts: 3,904	My insurance rate is not too bad, but they would not insure it unless I installed a gps alarm system. My insurance does not recognize onstar as being "anti theft" deterrent.

10-31-2013, 04:05 PM	#53
Paparazzi 1 Drives: 2012 2SS/RS A6 Coupe - Crystal Red Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 16	I spoke to an Onstar stolen car techie and asked the question, "can the car be tracked if it is not turned on and someone uses a roll back to steal it?" "Yes, but . . . it depends," was the answer. It seems that after an amount of time, think it was 72 hours or so, the system goes on 'sleep mode' so as not to drain the battery. Don't lose sleep over it . . .drive it with a smile !