TJsToy

I would have felt better if GM would have just made it standard....

Not ordering it...

TRAYC7

I really dont shrug it off... it was a choice really... but in my opinion everything dealing with a "corvette" is overpriced..mods included.. I do think in time in will be included.... I guess I look at things like resell too... if my car has all the options in the future when I sell it in 2-3 yrs then it has them all for someone who might like it... I think Onstar will provide more options in the future as well... I guess it was just a preference... we have it in our SS and was used to it...

sorka

If enough don't order it, they will make it standard as OnStar still makes loads of money even if they give the cell away.

portmgr198

I wonder about the vehicle tracking service. Since the OnStar antenna will be inside and right on the windshield of the car what would stop some savvy thief from just ripping it out and disabling the system. Good-bye OnStar..Good Bye corvette!!!


[Modified by portmgr198, 9:08 PM 7/1/2004]

c6gofst

Yes, $695 is a lot of money, but if the integration works the way it should, I think it may be well worth it, especially for people who do a lot of driving as part of their job. Voice activated hands free phones are a safety issue as well. I personally don't enjoy looking down to dial a cell phone in the car. My Mercedes has the voice activated phone option and I love it. It was much more money, but it works great. The antenna is built into the car and gives much better reception than a hand held phone.

My Mercedes also has Tele-aid, their own version of OnStar. It is one of those things that you hope never to use, but in an airbag deployment, you may not be in any condition to make a call. I have heard of a few examples of the technology saving peoples lives. Granted those episodes are very few and far between, but ask those people if it was worth paying for their subscriptions. I don't plan on having to use the system regularly, but if the day comes and I need assistance or to have the vehicle tracked, I am sure that I will be happy that I made the decision to invest. It's kinda like an insurance policy IMHO. I guess that's why it's optional. Some will want it, some won't. In the meantime, week of 8/2 just can't come fast enough.

ny10522

Considering the subscription, they should be giving the thing away.
If added, I would pay to have it removed.

Shylor

charlietuna

Hay that Texas ON STAR is the same as the MICHIGAN on star I use

jschindler

When they add Bluetooth compatibility so we can use cell phones that we already carry in our pocket - and not limit us to Verizon, then I might consider On-Star. But I still think 700 is a lot considering the monthly fee that will come into play.

I've owned two Tahoes with On-Star, and free activation for a year (yes, that's two years total!). I never used it - not once.

sorka

..then you wouldn't need on-star as your portable cellphone would be used by your vehicle. You can already do that with Honda/Acura.

The nice thing about the OnStar is the reception is going to be a lot stronger as the FCC allows 3 Watt transcievers for car phones. With the antenna external, the range is pretty darned fantastic. I will definatley be ordering OnStar and switching back to Verizon from Sprint(boy that was a mistake).

jschindler

Yes, you are correct - I am probably going to be buying an Acura TL in the next few weeks as a daily driver. BTW, I have had Verizon back when they were GTE Mobilnet. They screwed me when I cancelled (they gave me wrong information) and I swore I would never do business with them again. I switched to Sprint three months ago and am quite happy with them so far (although I think they are all lacking in customer service).

I think the Verizon "connection" is a step in the right direction, but Bluetooth is starting to become available in quite a few cars, and has the advantage of being compatible with virtually any cell phone service.

crabman

Here is a link about the Verizon plan. http://news.com.com/OnStar%20steerin...3-5236129.html

need-for-speed

.......great minds

BuckyThreadkiller

Bluetooth would be worth it. OnStar is not. Mine expires next week and I'm not re-upping.

If the theft recovery deal is so good, then why don't the insurance companies either pick up the tab or offer a significant discount.


[Modified by BuckyThreadkiller, 10:56 PM 7/1/2004]

WMark

Not to be a smart ****, but I don't really care what it costs. I'm not getting it anyway. If they offered it for a buck fifty, maybe... I get in my car to drive... Not find the nearest restaurant... And if I lock my keys in the car, then I made a mistake... Haven't needed OnStar yet...


[Modified by WMark, 10:52 PM 7/1/2004]

jimman

A bit on the high side. As far as Theft recovery, do you really want it back. As far as road service, I have a cell and AAA whats the difference.

portmgr198

I agree with all of you that say that OnStar is just not worth it. I thought it would be a fun gadget, but at $695 that is one expensive cell phone, in addition to the subscription charges after the free period. I think I'll stick with my cell phone and a headset! As for theft recovery, if the car is stolen, I agree, who wants it back. It will probably be a mess anyhow! Another GM mistake. Just because they are having trouble selling cars in other divisions, they shouldnt be making up for lost profits on corvette buyers!

crabman

On my wifes car the BMW assist comes standard and the first year free. We have never used it and dont intend to re-up when the time comes. One factor that is different however is that the emergency call in an accident works wether you subscribe or not. I had planned on skipping the Onstar but when I found out about the Verizon plan I was considering getting it. Then I saw the brick in the windshield antenaa placement and that was all I needed to nix the option.

TulsaVette

If $695 covered the basic plan for the life of the car, I would get it. Having to pay monthly or yearly, no way.

portmgr198