How good is the OEM security system?
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been going on for years. i remember in high school (yes, i still can remember back that far even though it was 1960, LMAO!) a friend with a chvy impala discovered his ignition key would work in another classmates newer bonneville convertible. needless to say, that bonneville could be seen moving around the student parking lot from time to time, lol!!
you have to figure there has to be numerical limitations as to the total number of different key combinations that can be made cost effectively. obviously the ignition switch mechanism is one of those parts that can be easily shared among the different products int the entire GM line. i guess with fewer models surviving, it will be a bit easier to find another vehicle that your ignition key will work.
you have to figure there has to be numerical limitations as to the total number of different key combinations that can be made cost effectively. obviously the ignition switch mechanism is one of those parts that can be easily shared among the different products int the entire GM line. i guess with fewer models surviving, it will be a bit easier to find another vehicle that your ignition key will work.
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I think the factory security features are pretty decent - as with any system, if the person is a pro, they can probably get the car no matter what you install.
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