Best Theft Deterrent?

[gabriel2012]

Hello all. I purchased a used yaris HB and it only came with 1 master key and 1 copy, the keys aren't even chipped, all the car has is the door lock alarm that is triggered every time all of the locks are manually closed.

I was thinking of getting an aftermarket alarm installed or something to protect the car besides "the club" :P

any suggestions?

[gabriel2012]

also is it somehow possible to add power locks? I really don't care about the windows

[brg88tx]

noone wants to steal a cheap ass car like a yaris.

[Shinare]

(Except when there's $4,000 worth of stereo equipment inside)

[gabriel2012]

+9000 ^

[gabriel2012]

any advice?
I saw a buds civic on blocks today in a PRIVATE parking lot >_> , heck here in PR people steal hub caps -.-

[Shroomster]

you guys have trunk monkey in PR?


get a trunk monkey....no chance of anyone stealing ANYTHING from your car....

[Zebra]

Get one of those fabric car covers that says 'KIA' across the side of it. That should deter just about anyone!

[mryaris]

noone wants to steal a cheap ass car like a yaris.

My thoughts exactly. I have never worried about my Yaris being stolen and never plan on worrying. If someone really does ever steal my car then I can laugh about that for the rest of my life! :biggrin:

[SailDesign]

noone wants to steal a cheap ass car like a yaris.

Make sure it's a manual transmission - that cuts out 50% of car thieves....

[YAR1S]

hide valuables. usually people want whats inside, not the car itself.

[Chuck G]

noone wants to steal a cheap ass car like a yaris.

:thumbsup:

[why?]

a couple of grenades or such will deter thieves.

[nemelek]

I have installed kill switches on other vehicles before. The car won't start unless a hidden switch in on.

[sickpuppy1]

A lawn chair and a .357

[ddongbap]

Make sure it's a manual transmission - that cuts out 50% of car thieves....

Whoa, really?

[echaru]

I have installed kill switches on other vehicles before. The car won't start unless a hidden switch in on.

Do we have a DIY on that one yet? Best idea so far.

[Lil Abner]

Do we have a DIY on that one yet? Best idea so far.

Just cut the ignition wires at the key cylinder and put your switch there. Same way you add starter kill for a remote start/alarm. So with that, a nice alarm is a great way to make sure the car won't be stolen. You can also add fuel cut-off to the ignition cut-off if you're concerned.

[mryaris]

Make sure it's a manual transmission - that cuts out 50% of car thieves....

Heh.....more like 90%. Remember the good old days when a manual transmission was standard and the auto was optional? Aaaah, memories. :biggrin: