1. 1999 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
2. 2000 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
3. 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX/WRX STi 4-door AWD
4. 1999 Acura Integra 2-door
5. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Grand Caravan/Voyager
6. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Grand Caravan/Voyager AWD
7. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Caravan/Voyager
8. 1998 Acura Integra 2-door
9. 2000 Audi TT Quattro 2-door Coupe
10. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Shadow/Sundance 2-door Hatchback
data from the insurance bureau of canada
...and small blurb...
2. 2000 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
3. 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX/WRX STi 4-door AWD
4. 1999 Acura Integra 2-door
5. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Grand Caravan/Voyager
6. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Grand Caravan/Voyager AWD
7. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Caravan/Voyager
8. 1998 Acura Integra 2-door
9. 2000 Audi TT Quattro 2-door Coupe
10. 1994 Dodge/Plymouth Shadow/Sundance 2-door Hatchback
data from the insurance bureau of canada
...and small blurb...
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As in previous years, none of the top ten on the most frequently stolen list had an electronic immobilizer meeting the National Standard of Canada (ULC-S338/98). Immobilizers meeting this standard cut three vital circuits - the starter, the ignition and the fuel. On September 1, 2007, a new federal regulation took effect requiring Canadian manufacturers to equip all new cars, vans, light trucks and SUVs with electronic immobilizers. "We all know that immobilizers are effective at reducing auto theft. Their effectiveness has been backed up by numbers year after year," said Rick Dubin, Vice-President, Investigations, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). "Honda Civics are a good example. Newer year models in which Honda did install immobilizers meeting the National Standard of Canada appear much lower on the list."
IBC investigations and the recovery of stolen vehicles over the past few years illustrate an alarming trend that is becoming all-too prevalent in Canada. Organized auto theft rings are targeting high-end or desirable vehicles with the intention of exporting them overseas or chopping them for parts.
In that regard, the 2007 list shows three 2001 Audi Quattro models appearing in the top 30 most frequently stolen vehicles. "These models have moved up an average of 26 spots from their positions in the 2006 list, showing that the relative demand for these high-end, desirable models is increasing," said Dubin.
Also increasing in frequency are thefts of newer 4-wheel drive vehicles. IBC investigators have observed that these utility vehicles are often exported to countries with rough terrain, such as those in the Middle East and Africa. Dubin said, "IBC has been very successful in repatriating many of these high-end stolen vehicles from overseas, but more needs to be done to prevent Canadian vehicles from being stolen and exported in the first place."
Recognizing that auto theft is a serious and violent crime, IBC is urging the federal government to pass Bill C-343, which would act as a deterrent by making auto theft a separate offence under the Criminal Code. IBC also continues to advocate partnerships with local law enforcement and a dedicated presence of Canada Border Services Agency and IBC at key Canadian ports to help stop stolen vehicles from leaving the country.
"Auto theft costs Canadians more than $1 billion a year and all too often leads to the serious injury and/or deaths of innocent Canadians. This is not just a property crime. It is a safety and security issue for all Canadians. Auto theft has been shown to support organized crime and is believed to fund terrorism," said Dubin.
As in previous years, none of the top ten on the most frequently stolen list had an electronic immobilizer meeting the National Standard of Canada (ULC-S338/98). Immobilizers meeting this standard cut three vital circuits - the starter, the ignition and the fuel. On September 1, 2007, a new federal regulation took effect requiring Canadian manufacturers to equip all new cars, vans, light trucks and SUVs with electronic immobilizers. "We all know that immobilizers are effective at reducing auto theft. Their effectiveness has been backed up by numbers year after year," said Rick Dubin, Vice-President, Investigations, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). "Honda Civics are a good example. Newer year models in which Honda did install immobilizers meeting the National Standard of Canada appear much lower on the list."
IBC investigations and the recovery of stolen vehicles over the past few years illustrate an alarming trend that is becoming all-too prevalent in Canada. Organized auto theft rings are targeting high-end or desirable vehicles with the intention of exporting them overseas or chopping them for parts.
In that regard, the 2007 list shows three 2001 Audi Quattro models appearing in the top 30 most frequently stolen vehicles. "These models have moved up an average of 26 spots from their positions in the 2006 list, showing that the relative demand for these high-end, desirable models is increasing," said Dubin.
Also increasing in frequency are thefts of newer 4-wheel drive vehicles. IBC investigators have observed that these utility vehicles are often exported to countries with rough terrain, such as those in the Middle East and Africa. Dubin said, "IBC has been very successful in repatriating many of these high-end stolen vehicles from overseas, but more needs to be done to prevent Canadian vehicles from being stolen and exported in the first place."
Recognizing that auto theft is a serious and violent crime, IBC is urging the federal government to pass Bill C-343, which would act as a deterrent by making auto theft a separate offence under the Criminal Code. IBC also continues to advocate partnerships with local law enforcement and a dedicated presence of Canada Border Services Agency and IBC at key Canadian ports to help stop stolen vehicles from leaving the country.
"Auto theft costs Canadians more than $1 billion a year and all too often leads to the serious injury and/or deaths of innocent Canadians. This is not just a property crime. It is a safety and security issue for all Canadians. Auto theft has been shown to support organized crime and is believed to fund terrorism," said Dubin.
seems like a funny list due to the age of the cars. will be interesting to see how this list shapes up as these cars are dropped from the marketplace due to maturity.
also.. i've never heard of Bill C-343.. and had it looked up.
also.. i've never heard of Bill C-343.. and had it looked up.
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This Bill would amend the Criminal Code to create a distinct offence with enhanced penalties for the theft of a motor vehicle. The Bill provides that the sentence for a first offence would be a minimum punishment of a fine of $1,000, or to a minimum prison term of 3 months, or both. A second offence would result in a mandatory minimum fine of $5,000, or to a minimum prison term of 6 months, or both. A third and subsequent offence would result in a minimum fine of $10,000 and a minimum term of 2 years imprisonment with a maximum of 10 years.
it's great that they're trying to put an initiative towards stolen cars.. but reading those fines is a complete joke. a thief has a better chance of getting a stiffer penalty by running from the cops and getting pulled over with the over-50 rule now enforced in ontario. seriously.. who are they kidding with that crap? This Bill would amend the Criminal Code to create a distinct offence with enhanced penalties for the theft of a motor vehicle. The Bill provides that the sentence for a first offence would be a minimum punishment of a fine of $1,000, or to a minimum prison term of 3 months, or both. A second offence would result in a mandatory minimum fine of $5,000, or to a minimum prison term of 6 months, or both. A third and subsequent offence would result in a minimum fine of $10,000 and a minimum term of 2 years imprisonment with a maximum of 10 years.
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No coincidence with the age of the cars as those vehicles don't have immobilizers....obviously immobilizers do the trick as more recent vintage cars are not on the list...
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^Civic Sirs have the DOHC motor in them, the same as the USDM 99-00 SI
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The Audi TT has an immobilizer and I believe the WRX/STi does as well.
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Originally Posted by blueguy
No coincidence with the age of the cars as those vehicles don't have immobilizers....obviously immobilizers do the trick as more recent vintage cars are not on the list...
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Funny list 4 sure, I was wondering whats up with all the dodge vans, but I guess that's what you steal when doing a 'job'. LOL
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The Caravans can hold lots of stolen stuff.
I had a 2000 Audi TT and a cop at a check-stop (alcohol) told me they are one of the top stolen cars. I thought that was strange because, as pointed out here, it had an immoblizer. Looks like he was telling the truth.
I had a 2000 Audi TT and a cop at a check-stop (alcohol) told me they are one of the top stolen cars. I thought that was strange because, as pointed out here, it had an immoblizer. Looks like he was telling the truth.
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But how many cargo vans and cube trucks are in the parking lot at your local train station?
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What I'm saying is that it's most likely a crime of opportunity than something that is planned out.
Interesting. I am completely surprised by #5, 6, 7, & 10. 
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All right. Good thing you filled in that blank. Originally Posted by wgmg35
What I'm saying is that it's most likely a crime of opportunity than something that is planned out.
