Quote Originally Posted by 750Y
that's a really interesting point scumdog. never even though about it before...
any practical suggestions about securing a motorvehicle? immoblisers/alarms/steering wheel locks etc? what in your experience has been the most effective?
If I may interject. Having lived in the city which, at the time, had the highest rate of car theft in Europe (Swansea), and run a successful car alarm installation workshop:

1. Visible deterrent - Scumbags move on to easier targets. Steering locks, or even flashing LED's work to an extent.
2. Alarm/immobiliser - So the scumbags get in. But they can't take it away without a noise and a whole heap of re-wiring (if properly installed).

Preferably both of the above.