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teamturbo · 08-04-2013, 11:51 AM

Yes, I understand people's concerns regarding the device. I contemplated it myself. Like I said, the only reason I got the device is because the car is driven roughly 500 miles per month.

On a side note, I have 2007 Z4 M Coupe with 7,000 miles on it with a disconnected battery. Sits with an inch of dust on it in the garage. At the time, such devices were not available, perhaps it is a prime candidate for the car that's truly rarely used.

Tromatic · 08-04-2013, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Demandred7

I am shocked and amazed that anyone who owns a FR-S would even consider one of these devices. Our cars are for driving enjoyment and not for merely A to B transportation. One would need to drive in a very tame (and neutered) fashion to get any tangible benefit. The black box in newer cars nowadays is more than enough for me.

Mine was not in the FR-S.

Demandred7 · 08-05-2013, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Tromatic

Mine was not in the FR-S.

So you kept it? Or just in another vehicle?

vobla6.0 · 08-05-2013, 01:20 PM

I recieved a letter from state farm about this about a month ago...
First thought was: Its a trap!
so I just ignored it, put it in the same bin i put college ads and used toilet paper, and hoped the agent would never mention putting that in-drive sh1t on my car when i go pay my bills...there is a reason I didnt buy an FWD corolla or a 2000 LeSabre...

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Originally Posted by teamturbo

On a side note, I have 2007 Z4 M Coupe with 7,000 miles on it with a disconnected battery. Sits with an inch of dust on it in the garage. At the time, such devices were not available, perhaps it is a prime candidate for the car that's truly rarely used.

On a side note, I wouldnt mind making your Z4M more useful and saving that beautiful machine from being harassed by insurance companies
Consider it an act of gratitude on my part

FRSBRZGT86FAN · 08-05-2013, 01:38 PM

Screw the electronic over-watching nannies, put that crap on your second car if you have one and lower the insurance rates on that car so you can afford the FR-S. Why drive a sports car if you have to baby it for a time of its life, enjoy it while you can.

Tromatic · 08-05-2013, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Demandred7

So you kept it? Or just in another vehicle?

Previous car. My rate also went down when I switched to the FR-S.

Demandred7 · 08-05-2013, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Tromatic

Previous car. My rate also went down when I switched to the FR-S.

I was kind of surprised by my rate going down coming from a Corolla. Pleasantly surprised, but, surprised nonetheless.

sc10nFRS · 08-05-2013, 02:56 PM

Funny story - when I called my insurance to switch my policy to my FRS, the agent was somewhat aware of the nature of the vehicle. Enough to say "those are nice cars, I bet they can get pretty fast, right?" ....Awkward silence.... "so about that VIN number?"

Frstorm · 08-05-2013, 03:05 PM

When I switch my polvy with State Farm to frs they were like that's all it increased? They were amazed it was t more

WolfpackS2k · 08-05-2013, 04:29 PM

In my opinion anyone that gives their insurance company access to everything you do with your car is a damned fool. Unbelievable how little some people care about their privacy.

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08-04-2013, 11:51 AM	#15
teamturbo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: FR-S Location: Missouri Posts: 218 Thanks: 137 Thanked 110 Times in 61 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s)	Yes, I understand people's concerns regarding the device. I contemplated it myself. Like I said, the only reason I got the device is because the car is driven roughly 500 miles per month. On a side note, I have 2007 Z4 M Coupe with 7,000 miles on it with a disconnected battery. Sits with an inch of dust on it in the garage. At the time, such devices were not available, perhaps it is a prime candidate for the car that's truly rarely used.

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sc10nFRS Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S 10 Series Location: Vail Posts: 26 Thanks: 6 Thanked 17 Times in 9 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s)	Funny story - when I called my insurance to switch my policy to my FRS, the agent was somewhat aware of the nature of the vehicle. Enough to say "those are nice cars, I bet they can get pretty fast, right?" ....Awkward silence.... "so about that VIN number?"

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