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kmarshall2121 · 09-21-2015, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MrChrisLS3

Law Enforcement

I thought so. actually thought you meant LEO - and forgot the O. Makes all the sense in the world now - thanks!

Moto-Mojo · 09-21-2015, 12:41 PM

I suppose "pros" can get in, start it up and go but how do most scumbags do it, tow or trailer? Was the car able to be grabbed from the rear where it was parked? Those guys can yank one in about 30 seconds.

richard200593 · 09-21-2015, 01:09 PM

As posted before by balsarius our cars are actually ridiculously easy to break into, a "pro" is not needed to steal our cars just an amateur with the correct tools, in the Bay Area we have learned way more than we would like about this process and it is becoming more widespread not just California anymore, gm has admitted that there are security flaws in the 5th gen camaro, best bet is revelco system or hidden gps.

Welker2 · 09-21-2015, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by kmarshall2121

Curious - what is "LE"

Law Enforcement ... contact who every is investigating the theft.

Medas360 · 09-21-2015, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Welker2

Law Enforcement ... contact who every is investigating the theft.

Did it. Just waiting on a response.

Jasper · 09-21-2015, 02:07 PM

Wish mine would get stolen so I could get a Gen 6.

Good luck!

myold88 · 09-21-2015, 02:10 PM

Cars have always been easy to steal. Auto manufacturers could make cars nearly
theft proof if they wanted to. Just think of all the replacement cars, parts, services,
etc as a result of stolen cars. It's all about dollars imo.

M0dnar · 09-21-2015, 02:18 PM

Number 1 reason I always leave a rifle with ammo in the trunk. If my car ever gets stolen it's automatically number 1 priority for auto theft. Also have separate insurance for the rifle.

Medas360 · 09-21-2015, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by M0dnar

Number 1 reason I always leave a rifle with ammo in the trunk. If my car ever gets stolen it's automatically number 1 priority for auto theft. Also have separate insurance for the rifle.

I will remember this for my next vehicle. I will buy a cheap gun for this reason alone.

Dizzy82 · 09-21-2015, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by M0dnar

Number 1 reason I always leave a rifle with ammo in the trunk. If my car ever gets stolen it's automatically number 1 priority for auto theft. Also have separate insurance for the rifle.

So what your saying is to not only give the theives your car, but a gun and ammunition as well?

MBS · 09-21-2015, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dizzy82

So what your saying is to not only give the theives your car, but a gun and ammunition as well?

Thats true , Dont get the point of leaving a gun for the thief, Now they are armed also . To each their own ,
EDIT What is sad as we as Americans need to resort to these types of sneaky methods to get Law enforcement to find the car . Instead of a Rader gun pointed at soccer mom who is going downhill to get her kids to a event .Maybe the Law enforcement can actually find your car instead of setting up speed traps ?

Moto-Mojo · 09-21-2015, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by M0dnar

Number 1 reason I always leave a rifle with ammo in the trunk. If my car ever gets stolen it's automatically number 1 priority for auto theft. Also have separate insurance for the rifle.

Here in the Republik of Kalifornia, if said gun was used in a crime, YOU would be charged with negligence and improper storage of a firearm and do time in jail for committing a "crime." Meanwhile, Mr. grand theft auto would be on the streets sending you cards and letters...from his next new Camaro!

Gee · 09-21-2015, 07:44 PM

Did you make your payment? Im not messing around or being a jerk either. My roomate/friend back in California was late by 2 days. The bank he went through was done fkn around with late payers I guess and was repossessing 2 days after payment due. He thought his car was stolen. Called the cops whole 9 yards. The detective asked if he missed a payment. He said I dont think so. Which of course means yes. Before he proceeded to investigate further, he asked my friend to call the bank....

Mightve been a waste of a story but figured Id lay that down as an option.

M0dnar · 09-21-2015, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Moto-Mojo

Here in the Republik of Kalifornia, if said gun was used in a crime, YOU would be charged with negligence and improper storage of a firearm and do time in jail for committing a "crime." Meanwhile, Mr. grand theft auto would be on the streets sending you cards and letters...from his next new Camaro!

No, you wouldn't. A locked trunk is a perfectly legal place to store your rifle. Try again.

As for giving the thief weapon and ammo? Not my problem. My problem is the stolen car which I want found ASAP. Given normal local law enforcement response times to GTA, the added firearm will make it a higher priority.

09-21-2015, 12:41 PM	#16
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 4,217	I suppose "pros" can get in, start it up and go but how do most scumbags do it, tow or trailer? Was the car able to be grabbed from the rear where it was parked? Those guys can yank one in about 30 seconds. __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

09-21-2015, 01:09 PM	#17
richard200593 Drives: 2012 45th Anniversary RS Join Date: May 2012 Location: California Posts: 887 View My Garage	As posted before by balsarius our cars are actually ridiculously easy to break into, a "pro" is not needed to steal our cars just an amateur with the correct tools, in the Bay Area we have learned way more than we would like about this process and it is becoming more widespread not just California anymore, gm has admitted that there are security flaws in the 5th gen camaro, best bet is revelco system or hidden gps. __________________ Performance: mrt v2.0 exhaust/CAI Intake Cosmetic: Zl1 factory Reproduction wheels Bmr 1.2/1.4 springs/Oracle plasma drl lights, footwell ambient lighting, 45th Gobo lights Audio: Memphis pr600 amp/Fosgate 12" t0 sub/******* stealth box

09-21-2015, 02:10 PM	#21
myold88 Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl. Posts: 8,169 View My Garage	Cars have always been easy to steal. Auto manufacturers could make cars nearly theft proof if they wanted to. Just think of all the replacement cars, parts, services, etc as a result of stolen cars. It's all about dollars imo. __________________

09-21-2015, 02:07 PM	#20
Jasper Drives: 2011 Summit White Camaro SS (LS3) Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Welland, Ontario Canada Posts: 547	Wish mine would get stolen so I could get a Gen 6. Good luck!

09-21-2015, 02:18 PM	#22
M0dnar Account Suspended Drives: 2015 Corvette 3LT with Z51 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: United States Posts: 168	Number 1 reason I always leave a rifle with ammo in the trunk. If my car ever gets stolen it's automatically number 1 priority for auto theft. Also have separate insurance for the rifle.

09-21-2015, 07:44 PM	#27
Gee Silver Ice Drives: 2011 1LT Coupe SIM Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: MA Posts: 1,418 View My Garage	Did you make your payment? Im not messing around or being a jerk either. My roomate/friend back in California was late by 2 days. The bank he went through was done fkn around with late payers I guess and was repossessing 2 days after payment due. He thought his car was stolen. Called the cops whole 9 yards. The detective asked if he missed a payment. He said I dont think so. Which of course means yes. Before he proceeded to investigate further, he asked my friend to call the bank.... Mightve been a waste of a story but figured Id lay that down as an option.