Hello fellow G drivers! I am wondering about the G security response towards theft. Recently a car was jacked behind my house, and just right now when i took out the trash i saw a dodge intrepid? (not sure but got the license plate number) parked directly behind my G with headlights off and everything. The whole situation seems really shady... Anywho I'm just wondering will it be hard to break into the G. Sigh Im worried about Grace more than ever now...

P.s. I dont have a garage

 

well... you can get a shock sensor to attach to the existing system, but the car already has a engine disable (if there is no programmed key). as far as a quick break-in, grab loot, and leave sort of thing... that's unavoidable. Of course, they could always tow your car away, and that seems to be the method of choice now.

you could always just cough up a couple bucks a month for a garage, you cheapskate! (just kidding)

good luck

 

buy a gun and next time you see them.. shoot the guys.

 

Have you ever seen those news segments on car thieves turned good after getting caught? They talk about how car thieves think and operate. Here's part of an article a quick google search found:

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Some popular devices

Cooper describes some of the most popular auto security devices, and the drawbacks that allow thieves to get around them:

1. Bar or wheel locks: Steering wheel bars lock up the steering wheel; wheel locks prevent the theft of wheels and tires.

How to get around them: All it takes is a pair of bolt cutters or a hacksaw. "They saw through the steering wheel, slide off the bar lock and hot-wire the car. It takes anywhere from 15-30 seconds," Cooper said.

2. Audible alarms: Known in the industry as "nuisance alarms," these alerts are intended to scare thieves away.

How to get around them: Audible alarms are almost universally ignored. Additionally, a professional thief can cut a wire and silence the alarm in seconds.

3. Pedal locks: This device locks the brakes.

How to get around them: They can be bridged or cut in 15-60 seconds.

4. Electronic immobilizing devices: These devices are designed to disconnect all power from the starter, preventing thieves from bypassing the ignition and hot-wiring the vehicle. They can be installed at the factory or purchased as an aftermarket item.

How to get around them: Seasoned thieves dismantle these systems or wire around them in seconds, usually by cutting two wires. Additionally, thieves easily find override or valet switches used by owners to disarm the systems.

5. Tracking systems: These devices transmit a radio signal to locate the car.

How to get around them: Tracking devices can be removed at a chop shop before a theft is reported. Or the car can be stripped and dumped before the owner finds out it's been stolen.

6. Solenoid immobilizer systems: Although categorized as an immobilizer, this kind of system is based on a different principle than most electronic security systems. PowerLock is one example. It attaches permanently to the vehicle's starter motor, where it effectively prevents hot-wiring. Once installed, such a system is impossible to remove, bypass or disable.

How to get around them: It can't be hot-wired, says Cooper. "A system like this is virtually impossible to circumvent," he says. The only way to steal a car protected by such a system is to tow it away.
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The news segments I have seen also these immobilizers attached to the starter is the most effective (and expensive) way to deter thieves.

 

a true determined thief will get your car, no matter what measures you take to prevent it....but you can make sure the area where you park you car is well lit, add some additional lighting, it can help deter the thieves.

 

yeah do that!!!! i live in El Paso Texas there are lots of mexicans how you think i feel with the infiniti ??? jk lol hahahaha

 

I had a Scorpian alarm installed on my coupe,mostly just to alert me. I am trained with firearms, and I keep a 12Guage loaded with 2 Rounds of Ballistic Slugs, The remading three rounds are 00Buck. Not suggesting this for you, but check yor local firearm laws,get trained and you might want to consider protecting you,your family & then your G with a firearm.

And if you can't do that/dont think its for you.
Put an NRA sticker on your car. Car theif may think the guy inside is armed, he may think again. LOL

 

I used to be a claims adjuster for stolen cars and here is the bottom line: out of sight, out of mind. all the little steering wheel locks/ pedal locks can be beaten in seconds with a can of freon or a set of bolt cutters on the steering wheel itself. you can buy a transmitter that will run through all the frequencies to shut your alarm off if you know where to look. car thieves are professionals and are taking your car for specific parts, usually aftermarket stuff or airbags. if you want your car to be safe, insure it, keep it in the garage and cover it up when you cannot keep it in the garage. as I mentioned, almost every car I dealt with (95% conservatively) had custom wheels and other aftermarket stuff. once in a while, we would have a bone stock car come up but it was not the norm. keep it stock and you make it less attractive.

all cars can be stolen, all of them, regardless of whatever theft deterrent you put on them. except for a big tiger sitting in the seat, that will probably deter most car thieves but it will be hard on the upholstry.

 

pretty easy, go out and try it, or i'll prove it for you. Have insurance

 

GAP Insurance!!! If you have tons and tons of mods, get them covered ASAP. Let your insurance company pay you back if it happens, you pay them more then enough.

 

yeah no matter what alarm you have...if a person want to steal a car he will....so do what couple ppl said ..shoot him :-)

 

Lmao!

 

Dog + Big Lights will help

 

my friend had his G stolen a few months ago so i'm guessing it isn't that hard to steal our cars. if you want some more preventative measures get an aftermarket alarm system with a shock sensor.

 

I got a dog (a Lab) but she's so nice she doesnt bark =/ lol
Hrmm shock sensor sounds like it would be nice, but currently my parents is thinking of getting a garage built