subject: Don't Advertise Your Car to Thieves [print this page] Don't Advertise Your Car to Thieves Don't Advertise Your Car to Thieves
For many of us our cars are our pride and joy in life, apart from our home it is probably the single most expensive and important purchase we will make in our lifetimes. Many car owners are extremely picky with their cars and only like the most up-to-date and best in-car technology available. Some people like to modify the outside of their car and also have all the possible additional gadgets available on the inside, needless to say this is usually where the problems begin.
Leaving expensive car gadgets in your car when you're not in it can be a haven for car thieves and the last thing you want when you have bought a new car with all that technology in is for it to be stolen. Most of the time car thieves aren't looking to steal your car they are looking at what is inside it. And if they do end up stealing your car too, it is only usually the vehicle that is covered by insurance, the items inside you may have to replace yourself and that can be considerably expensive.
It is important then that we make sure our car is firstly secure, but secondly that there are no expensive items on show that can attract thieves. Try to not make your car stand out then the odds of it becoming a target for thieves will be reduced. Firstly alarms and immobilisers usually come fitted as standard with all modern cars so do regular checks that these are in full working order to leave your car with the best protection. When alarms go off it usually attracts unwanted attention for thieves if they try break into your car, so it could scare them away. The immobiliser will ensure that your car won't start unless the correct key is used; therefore it is always beneficial to check that these are working.
Probably one of the most important things to check is that there is nothing in the car that could be taken on show. If your car stereo can be detached then always do so and never leave sat navs on the dashboard, always remove them and either lock them in a glove box or take them with you wherever you're going, as these are one of the main things that attract thieves to break into cars. Moreover never leave letters, bags or mobile phones on show around your car either, as this is an invitation for thieves to break your window and grab your goods, and it only takes a few seconds. Overall it is easy to see why looking after the security of your car is important and taken these simple measures can be the difference in keeping your car from being broken into.
Make sure that when you buy any car that you get the best deal, car finance deals are available as well as Car Credit UK for any drivers looking for help in being able to afford a better and safer car.
