Another stolen ZL1 - Page 3

RobZL1 · 09-04-2023, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by JSH

Yea, hold the lock and unlock buttons for four seconds, but you have to disarm the alarm system before starting it.

This doesn't work on all years, FYI. Nothing about it in my 2017's manual, and holding the buttons doesn't do the trick.

JSH · 09-04-2023, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by RobZL1

This doesn't work on all years, FYI. Nothing about it in my 2017's manual, and holding the buttons doesn't do the trick.

Nothing quite like changing the car's basic operations every year to keep owners confused.

HemiDave · 09-04-2023, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SwL_Wildcat

If the thieves have an iPhone they will get a pop-up on their phone if they are close to an airtag that isn't registered to their phone and is moving with them.

Good info

ST1LE · 09-04-2023, 03:26 PM

I hope you get sorted by insurance, OP.

Nothing like a 3rd pedal to detour theft.

Manual Transmission = Best theft deterrent.

JSH · 09-04-2023, 04:07 PM

If professionals pull up to your house with a tow truck and power tools I guess there's nothing to stop them from hauling it away. Short of that, a wheel lock would stop most. If you were planning to be gone for a long period, you could also pull the fuse box and/or ECM or other critical part out of it.

SwL_Wildcat · 09-04-2023, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by HemiDave

Good info

I believe Apple added that feature as the tags were being used for nefarious purposes. Slip one in some ladies purse to find out where she lives, etc. I also believe they have to be recharged or the batteries replaced at some interval, every 3 or 4 months? There are better, more discrete, options out there.

SwL_Wildcat · 09-04-2023, 10:46 PM

This isn't a plug for Cloudhawk, I don't own shares or anything. I mentioned this in another thread but I'll go into a bit more detail here. Cloudhawk is a Canadian company but they work anywhere in North America, and I imagine there is probably a plethora of US companies that offer the exact same thing.

The device is about the size of a pack of cigarettes and has a lead with 2 wires coming out of it. There is no antenna or anything external. You can mount them in the vehicle buried in the dash, in the trunk, under the car, etc. They cost $99 per unit and it's $100 a year to monitor/subscribe in Canadian money so $75 a year or so USD. They draw minimal power, less than a cell phonr and only report when when they move. In the event of power loss you get a text or email of the event. They have an internal battery so they will keep on reporting for several weeks. I have them in my tractor, excavator, side by side, trucks, etc. If the unit was stolen and you hid it well it would be very hard to find. They must use more than just GPS as they work in underground parkades and buildings with tin roofs. They do however need cellular coverage to report in. If they leave coverage and then get coverage they do report where they were while out of coverage. You can set geofences, or to text you it moves outside a certain time window , etc. I believe you can also get a text if it detects rocking the vehicle.
You might not be able to stop the theft but odds are high you will know where it is.
This one is buried in the dash of my Freightliner on top of the heater box.

vj123 · 09-05-2023, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by taylorforschool@gmail.com

I don’t believe BMW allows their vehicles to be stolen as easily as the Americans. Hence the price difference

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Originally Posted by taylorforschool@gmail.com

Yeah not what I said but glad we can draw such definitive conclusions. I was more alluding to the fact that you aren’t hearing about all the BMW powered M cars being stolen are you? No it’s not just YouTube making kids go steal hellcats. The manufacturers making it so ridiculously easy was more my point.

You might want to look at the below link which has plenty of reports where thieves are specifically targeting M vehicles.

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2025556

Jetrep · 09-05-2023, 11:04 AM

[QUOTE=SwL_Wildcat;11355275]This isn't a plug for Cloudhawk, I don't own shares or anything. I mentioned this in another thread but I'll go into a bit more detail here. Cloudhawk is a Canadian company but they work anywhere in North America, and I imagine there is probably a plethora of US companies that offer the exact same thing.

since I hate apple this is a good option - and looks far better - thanks for posting !!!

taylorforschool@gmail.com · 09-05-2023, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vj123

You might want to look at the below link which has plenty of reports where thieves are specifically targeting M vehicles.

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2025556

I stand corrected. Thank you

Drnick · 09-05-2023, 02:23 PM

Ok, so if you track your car, and find it (likely
Being in a place where you don’t want to get
Out of your vehicle) then what? Call the
Cops? In LA?!

HemiDave · 09-05-2023, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drnick

Ok, so if you track your car, and find it (likely
Being in a place where you don’t want to get
Out of your vehicle) then what? Call the
Cops? In LA?!

Yes, call the cops.

KILLA BEE · 09-05-2023, 03:56 PM

Hey a good old car club does the job

LancevanceZLE · 09-05-2023, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by HemiDave

Yes, call the cops.

They won't come out. They likely won't even answer the phone. Tracking is useless for this reason.

09-04-2023, 03:26 PM	#32
ST1LE Drives: E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 4,496	I hope you get sorted by insurance, OP. Nothing like a 3rd pedal to detour theft. Manual Transmission = Best theft deterrent. __________________ SOLD - 2013 1LE - Pat G Spec'd Cam, NPP with 1 7/8" Long Tube Headers with High Flow Cats, Intake w/scoop, Ported Throttle Body, and Apex 1.25" Lowering Springs. J-Rod Built and Matt@FSP Tuned

09-04-2023, 04:07 PM	#33
JSH Drives: '20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Mile High Posts: 3,565	If professionals pull up to your house with a tow truck and power tools I guess there's nothing to stop them from hauling it away. Short of that, a wheel lock would stop most. If you were planning to be gone for a long period, you could also pull the fuse box and/or ECM or other critical part out of it. __________________ '20 ZL1 1LE A10, OEM short block, LME heads/valve train, E2650. 100+ octanes, no eth, no meth, no N2O. 2/23 - 1031/1004 wheel. 4/23 - 1.41/9.61/145 at DA 7000 ft. (only made five passes). 2/24 - LME 390, E2650, FBO, 100 oct.; 1116hp/ 1063tq; 109 oct. dyno next.

09-05-2023, 03:56 PM	#41
KILLA BEE Black lightning Drives: 2021 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Nottingham Md Posts: 1,997 View My Garage	Hey a good old car club does the job __________________ [ 2021 Camaro ZLE 10 speed

09-04-2023, 10:46 PM	#35
SwL_Wildcat Drives: 2024 ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Campbell River, BC, Canada Eh! Posts: 375	This isn't a plug for Cloudhawk, I don't own shares or anything. I mentioned this in another thread but I'll go into a bit more detail here. Cloudhawk is a Canadian company but they work anywhere in North America, and I imagine there is probably a plethora of US companies that offer the exact same thing. The device is about the size of a pack of cigarettes and has a lead with 2 wires coming out of it. There is no antenna or anything external. You can mount them in the vehicle buried in the dash, in the trunk, under the car, etc. They cost $99 per unit and it's $100 a year to monitor/subscribe in Canadian money so $75 a year or so USD. They draw minimal power, less than a cell phonr and only report when when they move. In the event of power loss you get a text or email of the event. They have an internal battery so they will keep on reporting for several weeks. I have them in my tractor, excavator, side by side, trucks, etc. If the unit was stolen and you hid it well it would be very hard to find. They must use more than just GPS as they work in underground parkades and buildings with tin roofs. They do however need cellular coverage to report in. If they leave coverage and then get coverage they do report where they were while out of coverage. You can set geofences, or to text you it moves outside a certain time window , etc. I believe you can also get a text if it detects rocking the vehicle. You might not be able to stop the theft but odds are high you will know where it is. This one is buried in the dash of my Freightliner on top of the heater box.

09-05-2023, 11:04 AM	#37
Jetrep Drives: ZL1 1LE, bolt, scary flatbed, hhr, Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Florida Posts: 67	[QUOTE=SwL_Wildcat;11355275]This isn't a plug for Cloudhawk, I don't own shares or anything. I mentioned this in another thread but I'll go into a bit more detail here. Cloudhawk is a Canadian company but they work anywhere in North America, and I imagine there is probably a plethora of US companies that offer the exact same thing. since I hate apple this is a good option - and looks far better - thanks for posting !!!

09-05-2023, 02:23 PM	#39
Drnick Drives: 22’ ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Florida Posts: 381 View My Garage	Ok, so if you track your car, and find it (likely Being in a place where you don’t want to get Out of your vehicle) then what? Call the Cops? In LA?!

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