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*The_Blur* · 12-29-2015, 07:14 AM

I got the email, too. I'll let you know how it works as I do it on my way to the ship.

*The_Blur* · 12-29-2015, 07:46 AM

I just completed the call and got the 3-year basic package for free. Mine is a 2011 that I bought in 2013.

WeflyhereSS · 12-29-2015, 08:33 AM

Here's the breack down I just called , you get the 3 month trial and once that ends it automatically goes to the 3 year basic at no cost .. So make the call!!!

Norm Peterson · 12-29-2015, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by swagner

Do you guys actually really use your OnStar? Doesn't seem too important to me

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Originally Posted by USAFS197

Can't say I've ever used OnStar. Has anyone actually used it?

Which kind of makes me wonder why they're pushing it hard enough for it to be free for that long . . . I am giving the powers-that-be credit for having enough business sense to not just be giving it away for no reason.

Norm

WeflyhereSS · 12-29-2015, 08:47 AM

For me I like the auto start key fob function so when I leave work the car warm and ready to go , but other than that it's useless!

xc_SS/RS · 12-29-2015, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Denis

so if we have a 2010 we're SOL....damn it

This. Kinda lame but oh well

BigBlock69RS · 12-29-2015, 08:58 AM

My guess is with the basic they use your data for your car and offer it to dealerships so they can make you offers to you for service. I.e. s there is some value in the data they collect.

MCSarge · 12-30-2015, 09:07 AM

They activate it for free for 3 years but I bet you will still have to buy the minutes for the phone to work. I used to use the navigation all the time when I first got the car but since I only drive it a thousand miles a year now it isn't worth it. Now I just use my I phone.

The phone was nice when I went up north and there were no sprint towers for my cell. Always got good service with the onstar phone in the car.

nosmr2 · 12-30-2015, 10:44 AM

I understand this has zero cost, but nothing is free.

45thCamaro · 12-30-2015, 11:16 AM

Yes I have it on my 2014 Cruze. I have access to the app, I can unlock the doors and start it, which is nice.

splashlog48 · 12-30-2015, 12:53 PM

I got mine the other day too NO ConJob
They try to push the extra cost options like the handsfree. etc.
Just tell them you want whats free and you'll get ir

ba2ss · 12-30-2015, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by shibbs

So yeah. Heard from a friend of mine who drives a Volt that OnStar basic is available for free for 3 years. Just press the blue button and talk to a rep, and they sign you up.

I just did it. Completely free. They don't even ask for a credit card.

thx bud, just did this too, they threw in the full subscription for 90 days, then it just goes to basic for next 3 yrs....no cc

PalmerGA · 12-30-2015, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBlock69RS

My guess is with the basic they use your data for your car and offer it to dealerships so they can make you offers to you for service. I.e. s there is some value in the data they collect.

You can count on it. They're not just being nice, I guarantee!

Somehow, I have managed w/o OnStar for almost 3 years. Had it for the first 3 months... don't miss it a bit.

Griggers12 · 12-30-2015, 06:45 PM

The basic function of OnStar is free for 5 years for me when I purchase my 2015 Camaro. 6 months free of full version. The basic function covers the app and starting of the car for 5 years. It's pretty awesome to start your car from your office chair on a snowy day 1000 feet away

12-29-2015, 07:14 AM	#15
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12-29-2015, 07:46 AM	#16
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	I just completed the call and got the 3-year basic package for free. Mine is a 2011 that I bought in 2013. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

12-29-2015, 08:33 AM	#17
WeflyhereSS Drives: 2012 Black on Black Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 884 View My Garage	Here's the breack down I just called , you get the 3 month trial and once that ends it automatically goes to the 3 year basic at no cost .. So make the call!!! __________________ "How do u keep it under the speed limit? YOU CANT HAHAHAHA"

12-29-2015, 08:47 AM	#19
WeflyhereSS Drives: 2012 Black on Black Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 884 View My Garage	For me I like the auto start key fob function so when I leave work the car warm and ready to go , but other than that it's useless! __________________ "How do u keep it under the speed limit? YOU CANT HAHAHAHA"

12-29-2015, 08:58 AM	#21
BigBlock69RS Ed Drives: 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS/1LE Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 951	My guess is with the basic they use your data for your car and offer it to dealerships so they can make you offers to you for service. I.e. s there is some value in the data they collect. __________________

12-30-2015, 09:07 AM	#22
MCSarge USMC 1980-1990 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: MI Posts: 478	They activate it for free for 3 years but I bet you will still have to buy the minutes for the phone to work. I used to use the navigation all the time when I first got the car but since I only drive it a thousand miles a year now it isn't worth it. Now I just use my I phone. The phone was nice when I went up north and there were no sprint towers for my cell. Always got good service with the onstar phone in the car. __________________ USMC 1980-1990 My other toys are Harleys

12-30-2015, 10:44 AM	#23
nosmr2 Drives: 2011 L99 SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 500	I understand this has zero cost, but nothing is free. __________________ 2011 SS ADM LSA Conversion

12-30-2015, 11:16 AM	#24
45thCamaro Drives: 2012 Camaro 45th Anniversary RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: New York Posts: 2,418	Yes I have it on my 2014 Cruze. I have access to the app, I can unlock the doors and start it, which is nice.

12-30-2015, 12:53 PM	#25
splashlog48 Drives: 2011 Green SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: CleveBurbs Ohio Posts: 669	I got mine the other day too NO ConJob They try to push the extra cost options like the handsfree. etc. Just tell them you want whats free and you'll get ir

12-30-2015, 06:45 PM	#28
Griggers12 Drives: 2015 Chevrolet Camaro LT 1LT Coupe Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: North East, Pennsylvania Posts: 6	The basic function of OnStar is free for 5 years for me when I purchase my 2015 Camaro. 6 months free of full version. The basic function covers the app and starting of the car for 5 years. It's pretty awesome to start your car from your office chair on a snowy day 1000 feet away