I’m about to buy my first car (a 2001 Toyota) and I’m worried about car theft and break ins seeing as crime is getting worse in my city all the time.
So what’s Veeky Forumss recommendation? I’ve thought of buying a steering wheel lock but I barely see people using those anymore
Remove the steering wheel everytime you exit the car.
put a sticker warning about a security system you dont have.
install a camera in the car
always park near cctv cameras
dont live near niggers or hispanics
People don't use them because they don't know about them. 100.9% of people buying new cars already have an alarm system, so they figure they don't need a club. Milennials don't care about keeping their cars secure beyond locking since their parents can just buy a new one. A club is a good visual deterrent to an opportunist, but of course won't stop a determined thief.
Though not a visual deterrent, a clutch/brake lock is a much more "secure" option than a steering wheel lock.
Other stuff you can get are:
>having a manual transmission
>fake blinking light
>fake alarm system sticker (though I doubt anyone pays attention to this)
>install a kill switch
OP here,
The last point is my main reason for concern, there’s nothing I can do about where I live
Forgot to add, you can also just remove the fuse for your starter every time you park
Crazy idea but hear me out
What about painting your car in rally car colours and branding? It would make it extreme unique and identifiable the second it was stolen. It’s way easier for a cop to identify the neon pink and blue sedan covered in stickers than the nondescript white Toyota
Most of the people who steal cars just part it, so a unique color scheme won't help you when your car is scattered in 17 different places
Make sure your insurance company aren't scum and pay out a descent amount. If "people" want to steal your car they'll find a way to do it.
awww yay so edgy