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10958 messages, Last post on Oct 10, 2008 at 10:10 AM
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Replying to: drwilsc (Nov 18, 2007 4:22 pm) That's more of a reflection of Saturn's dismal sales numbers.
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Replying to: venus537 (Nov 18, 2007 5:43 pm)
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Replying to: drwilsc (Nov 18, 2007 4:22 pm) Interesting that all the most stolen cars are old, except for the 2004 Dodge Ram. The two Toyotas on the list are from the 1980s  .
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Replying to: jeffyscott (Nov 18, 2007 6:39 pm) The point, though, is that I'm not really sure whether having a remote starter or adding one is really going to make it more likely that your car will be stolen. Professional thieves obviously go after popular makes of older cars so they can sell parts. If a professional thief really wants your car, he is going to get it regardless. If your car has OnStar, though, the car's location can be tracked via satellite. I'm under the impression (by OnStar's advertising) that it is not that easy to disable this tracking feature. The immobilizer system is not going to prevent your car from being loaded onto the flatbed of a truck and hauled away. From there, they don't even need to drive the car to get what they really want - the parts.
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Replying to: drwilsc (Nov 18, 2007 7:05 pm) The interesting part is all the discussions around security. Guess it might not be wise to add a remote start to a Honda. I believe the Saturn maintains full security even after the engine is started. If I left the window down and set the alarm then started the car remotely, opening the door by reaching inside and lifting the lock button and pulling the handle, I believe the alarm will sound. Haven't tested this yet but I will. If not, someone would still have to pop the keyswitch and jump the correct wires to get the systems to activate the trans-lock, and dash electronics. Don't think I will worry about it since after I start the engine I am in the car within a minute or less. Oh! If the right wires are not connected in the ignition switch, the 10 minute timer will shut the engine off, So I suspect if it was stolen, the thief would only get a few blocks to a mile away when the engine dies.
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Replying to: robertsmx (Nov 18, 2007 2:58 pm)
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Replying to: akirby (Nov 18, 2007 10:13 pm) Also, as far as the security goes, mine automatically locks the doors if I use the remote to start it. When I then unlock the door and get in I have around 30 seconds to insert the key and turn it to ON or the engine shuts off. |
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Replying to: drwilsc (Nov 18, 2007 6:22 pm) The point was that the Accord has been a consistent big seller and therefore is likely to make the top ten list of stolen cars. Saturns by contrast have been a big sales disappoint over the years and are not likely going to be on such lists. That's how the argument fits into the conversation. How you construe what I said meant that high volume vehicles are therefore better cars is beyond me. And why you would bring Hitler into the discussion from such a tongue and cheek remark is way beyond me.
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Replying to: drwilsc (Nov 18, 2007 7:05 pm) I believe this is also the case with vehicles equipped with Navigation systems. Rental car companies also install GPS systems in their vehicles so if you cross a state line they can charge you an arm and a leg.
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Replying to: venus537 (Nov 18, 2007 11:32 pm) |
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