Hidden cubby need to be coded
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Melting Slicks
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Hidden cubby need to be coded
I suggest the small storage behind the center console display have optional coded lock. User need to (optionally) punch a code in order to access this storage area. This code, unlike the memory seat and radio stations, is not linked to individual key fobs.
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I understand you thought but you need to remember what it is intended for. This isn't meant to be a gun safe or a place to store your valuables or passport. It is just a place to keep your phone plugged in once underway. It is fairly small and has a USB port for your phone to charge and allow it to be used via pairing to BLuetooth.
The thought is when you get ready to head out you put it in there and when you stop, you retrieve it.
The thought is when you get ready to head out you put it in there and when you stop, you retrieve it.
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How would you suggest the code lock be integrated ? A 10 digit keypad someplace? Or scrolling through a **** left or right and clicking on each number? A barrel style numberic lock like on a small cash box? Any of the above sound inconvenient and impractical to me. Besides, I'm pretty sure it won't open without the fob. I'd also bet it won't open if the valet mode is used. If it were me, I'd leave that display hidden everytime I park someplace insecure. "Outa site outa mind" and all you would see is a cubby.
Last edited by slief; Feb 8, 2013 at 08:40 PM.
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I'm guessing the vast majority of thief's wouldn't even know it's there to begin with. Plus, wouldn't you have to have the car running or accessory power to lower it?
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I understand you thought but you need to remember what it is intended for. This isn't meant to be a gun safe or a place to store your valuables or passport. It is just a place to keep your phone plugged in once underway. It is fairly small and has a USB port for your phone to charge and allow it to be used via pairing to BLuetooth.
The thought is when you get ready to head out you put it in there and when you stop, you retrieve it.
The thought is when you get ready to head out you put it in there and when you stop, you retrieve it.
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This is kinda like the NAV system in my 2011 CTS-V - it goes up and down to use it and also has the back-up camera info on it so, it goes up and down automatically when you put the car in reverse, really stupid idea when it could have been designed into the dash without movement - YEA like the C7. Though I dislike the C7 console compartments, another issue.
Not sure, but isn't it true that the newer Vettes C5 - up are pretty hard to steal, yes it can be done, but how often have you heard of one being stolen?
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Nothing wrong with people enjoying their rights as a law abiding citizen. 99.5% of gun owners are law abiding people. Criminals will have guns...period. Foolish to not defend yourself and your family.