Is On Star mandatory?

[foteck]

My sales guy is hitting me up everyday telling me to get on star set up. We tried to do it when I picked up the truck last week but On Star was to busy. I think he mentioned that they need a credit card number even I don't want to use the system, which I don't. So I don't understand the pressure to set On Star up and give them a cc when I don't even want to use it.

 

[bobo57]

My sales guy is hitting me up everyday telling me to get on star set up. We tried to do it when I picked up the truck last week but On Star was to busy. I think he mentioned that they need a credit card number even I don't want to use the system, which I don't. So I don't understand the pressure to set On Star up and give them a cc when I don't even want to use it.

Not mandatory

 

[Byrds8]

Definitely not mandatory. They just want to persuade you to use it. I believe the sales person has to get you set up as part of his job though. Youll get like 1 month free and dont have to give you card to get it.

 

[NullNomad]

only do it if you want the aliens to be able to collaborate with the dark government to be able to spy on you and control your vehicle. its also been noted that it can act as a portal when chained with 4 other vehicle to allow cthulhu into our reality, but thats a lower risk since its only when he wants a frappuccino on ice. which everyone knows only happens on Tuesday nights when the unicorns get constipated and cant fart rainbows on demand.

so in short, not mandatory.

 

[MrScottly]

My sales guy is hitting me up everyday telling me to get on star set up. We tried to do it when I picked up the truck last week but On Star was to busy. I think he mentioned that they need a credit card number even I don't want to use the system, which I don't. So I don't understand the pressure to set On Star up and give them a cc when I don't even want to use it.

Just as a certain portion of his pay is dependent on good survey scores, part of his pay is dependent on you taking the On-star trial. Most sales guys (the good ones) drag you out to a part of the lot where management can't hear them and tell you to sign up and when they ask you for a credit card , tell the sign-up agent you don't wish to provide one at this time. They'll sign you up, 30 days will roll by, and they will cancel it. Same with the app. The app sucks (had tire pressure readings in the thousands before), but you do want to sign up for MyChevy because you get points for your purchase... Enough for about a $120 purchase of branded crappola.

 

[Byrds8]

Just as a certain portion of his pay is dependent on good survey scores, part of his pay is dependent on you taking the On-star trial. Most sales guys (the good ones) drag you out to a part of the lot where management can't hear them and tell you to sign up and when they ask you for a credit card , tell the sign-up agent you don't wish to provide one at this time. They'll sign you up, 30 days will roll by, and they will cancel it. Same with the app. The app sucks (had tire pressure readings in the thousands before), but you do want to sign up for MyChevy because you get points for your purchase... Enough for about a $120 purchase of branded crappola.

Totally agree on all counts. I signed up and got all kinds of discounts on my tonneau cover and my sub. That part is great.

 

[ZR2BIZON]

only do it if you want the aliens to be able to collaborate with the dark government to be able to spy on you and control your vehicle. its also been noted that it can act as a portal when chained with 4 other vehicle to allow cthulhu into our reality, but thats a lower risk since its only when he wants a frappuccino on ice. which everyone knows only happens on Tuesday nights when the unicorns get constipated and cant fart rainbows on demand.

so in short, not mandatory.

 

[AXE]

I like the OnStar app for checking data and remote starts and such. It's not really worth the price, it should be $10 month like SiriusXM.

 

[ZR2BIZON]

I like the app. I use it to remote start when I'm farther away than where the keyfob can reach. The info displayed is useful.

I also like that I can loose my shit ahead of time with a flat tire notification rather then when I jump in, turn it on and loose my shit then.

 

[NullNomad]

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One of the best meme replies I’ve seen in a LONG time!!

 

[ZR2BIZON]

One of the best meme replies I’ve seen in a LONG time!!

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[securityguy]

My sales guy is hitting me up everyday telling me to get on star set up. We tried to do it when I picked up the truck last week but On Star was to busy. I think he mentioned that they need a credit card number even I don't want to use the system, which I don't. So I don't understand the pressure to set On Star up and give them a cc when I don't even want to use it.

Take what's free and cancel when you start getting charged.

 

[foteck]

Can you use the My Chevy app to start it? On Star has their own version of it?

 

[ZR2BIZON]

The my Chevy app is what I use to start it

 

[The_Q]

Some ZR2s come with a 3 year remote access plan free. This allows you to use the MyChevrolet app for 3 years for free. You can check your window sticker under “Connectivity & Technology” to see if it is included. On my 2024 it was included.

 

[foteck]

Ok thanks. I think I remember him saying 3 years. Ill check the sticker when I get a chance.

 

[geddyflea]

only do it if you want the aliens to be able to collaborate with the dark government to be able to spy on you and control your vehicle. its also been noted that it can act as a portal when chained with 4 other vehicle to allow cthulhu into our reality, but thats a lower risk since its only when he wants a frappuccino on ice. which everyone knows only happens on Tuesday nights when the unicorns get constipated and cant fart rainbows on demand.

so in short, not mandatory.

THATS TRUE!!!

 

[CMB]

I wouldn’t set it up personally. Even for free I don’t like all the stuff I’m reading about GM/Google selling data. People are getting dinged on their insurance. The only thing I use on the connected services is remote start but I never end up using it because my remote works from anywhere in my house all the way out to my truck.

 

[SublimeGreen]

It's part of the salespersons pay, it costs you 10 minutes or less, just help them out and do it. You get app access on new units for 8 years and enrolling in the rewards portion gives you points just for purchasing the vehicle, it's literally free money for you (I got $145). You can use the points for parts, or service. You DO NOT have to give the OnStar rep your credit card info, it literally just extends the trial period an additional 60 days from the initial 30 day trial. With app access you can track the vehicle, schedule service, buy accessories, and have remote functions for the vehicle.

 

[MNNJR69]

When I paid cash for mine they gave me a discount package.....$15/mo unlimited data for life and $25 for OnStar for life... As long as I don't cancel and restart services.
If I do stop/restart... then the prices change, going much higher.

For $40 bucks a month I get the whole deal and unlimited data. With OnStar I get free roadside service, free gas and free towing, anytime anywhere. The data alone is worth it for me, because some of my job sites I don't even get data on my phone but it comes through on the truck. I understand most people don't want to pay the fees, but for me the service benefits far outweighs the cost... So I pay it. Add and extra $5...I pay $45 a month for unlimited data (for up to 7 devices) OnStar and Sirius XM. I think that's a pretty good deal!