theft prevention

[duct-tape]

I have to park my car outside. I don't live in a "dangerous" area but its not uncommon to have cars broken into or stolen.
I know I could steal my e3 pretty easily. so I'm asking you what you'd do to prevent it being stolen.

I've considered a removable steering wheel, but I'd have to modify the hub because I still want to run an OE wood one.

 

[HonaloochieBoogie]

A “club” is highly effective. I’m paranoid about my coupe so I bought one even though I have all our cars in the garage.

 

[HonaloochieBoogie]

A “club” is highly effective. I’m paranoid about my coupe so I bought one even though I have all our cars in the garage.

Here’s a link to one.

The Club Yellow Anti Theft Device For Fit Most Vehicles 1 pk - Ace Hardware

www.acehardware.com

 

[Stevehose]

A club is a good idea for visual deterrence, a GPS tracker for if they use a flatbed which is becomming more common. I don't lock the doors or trunk (or keep anything of value in them) because I'd rather them open the door to fiind nothing vs. break a window or use a screwdriver to find nothing. Most thieves these days are looking for late model cars, guns, or catalytic converters, I don't think the chop market is strong for old bmw's. I have a kill switch but I think that really is outdated.

 

[adawil2002]

I'd disconnect the battery or unplug the main coil/distributor wire.

I had one of my cars broken into in 1990. They broke open the vent window, breaking the twist regulator & damaged the center console trying to steal the radio. They failed. What really angered me, the doors were unlocked!

I Filed a police report & was informed 2 juveniles broke into 40+ cars that night in our neighborhood stealing radios from GM vehicles, mine was the only BMW. I filed with the court for $250 for the repairs, the Judge didn't require them to pay for the 40+ damaged vehicles. 31 years later It still bothers me.

 

[Ohmess]

I don't lock my doors, but I do lock my trunk. I keep a tool box, some spare parts and some portable chairs in there. I've got a fuel pump cut off switch, but not sure that is terrible effective. Oh, and I don't have a radio. As Steve mentions, the main concern is a flatbed.

I would go with a club, primarily for the visual effect. If your car has a manual transmission, it is unlikely to be stolen. Your main risk is what happened to Andrew; kids seeking something they can grab and sell quickly.

 

[duct-tape]

I like all these answers but my brain still says I need to do more than a club. even though the point is made that its less then likely to be stolen.

 

[Dick Steinkamp]

These are $70...

 

[eriknetherlands]

I unscrew my automatic gear shift lever and put it in my pocket when I go out for drinks (well, a long time ago I did...)

 

[Drew Gregg]

Maybe the answer is to get a "Trunk Monkey" Remember those videos??

 

[duct-tape]

YES! trunk monkey

 

[HB Chris]

Hilarious

 

[Stevehose]

all-time classic

 

[bluecoupe30!]

I like all these answers but my brain still says I need to do more than a club. even though the point is made that its less then likely to be stolen.

I would try a sign or sticker that claims it is a Covid Test car. Then watch what happens

 

[sfdon]

Wrap it......

 

[Wes]

Wrap it......

I'm getting some Covid quarantine area stickers from work. That would give most pause for thought.