How effective are the perimeter alarms for your car??

[NHDave]

Originally Posted by GTOlover

just get LoJack or if that is to expensive go with a really good immobilizer these days car alarm or not if a theif wants your car they will get it and with Lojack the police can track the car and catch them in the act.

Then of course people can beat the living snot out of your car and the lojack will be sitting there quietly.

[Bummer]

Originally Posted by dkf747

One of my neighbors had one of those alarms. Every time I parked (adjoining space) the dumb thing would go off. Never did see them shut it off, and most people ignored the alarm. Maybe not worth it.

Originally Posted by Sayantsi

They have to be set correctly, and most people don't set them well - they are really for monitoring the interior space of the car but people set them to monitor the area around the whole car, so they chirp and go off when people walk by them - highly annoying and it actually gives people more of a reason to vandalize a car.

AMEN . . . proper installation is very important.

I had a full vehicle Alarm with a Perimeter Sensor installed in my "no top, no windows and no doors" Jeep CJ-7 many years ago. Granted I never leave it outside overnight or abandoned for long periods of time but, so far, the security and peace of mind have been great plus no false alarms.

[GTOlover]

Originally Posted by NHDave

Then of course people can beat the living snot out of your car and the lojack will be sitting there quietly.

yeah but how many times have you heard an car alarm going off in a busy mall parking lot with people not even caring or looking to see if it is being broken into the best way to prevent your car be strolen is make it unappealing to thiefs by following these tips:

Never leave your car running unattended, even to dash into a business, store, etc.;


Never leave any keys in the car or ignition, inside a locked garage, or in hide-a-key boxes;


Always roll up your windows and lock the car, even if it is parked in front of your home
Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in the trunk out of sight;


Always park in high-traffic, well-lighted areas, when possible;


Install a mechanical device that locks the steering wheel, column, or brakes. These devices will deter some criminals;


Investigate the purchase of a vehicle theft tracking/security system, especially if you own one of the frequently stolen model vehicles;


Never leave personal identification documents, vehicle ownership title, or credit cards in your vehicle;


If you must leave your key with a valet, attendant, or mechanic leave only the ignition key. Make sure you are dealing with a reputable firm.


In high theft areas the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should be etched on windows, doors, fenders and trunk lid. This makes it difficult for a thief to market your stolen car parts.


Copy your license plate and vehicle information (VIN) numbers on a card and keep them with you. If your vehicle is stolen, the police will need this information to take a report; and,
Many vehicles today come with some type of security system from the factory. Normally there are upgraded systems available if you ask. The best choice are systems that shut off the fuel supply so that a car can't be started or driven.

If your vehicle is stolen, report it to the police immediately. Source: Los Angeles Police Department, Troy, OH Police Department

[Sayantsi]

The best system for keeping a car from getting stolen always has been and always will be a fuel cut off imo. If you have a hidden switch that keeps fuel from etting to the engine, its a great silent way to defeat thieves.

Alarms are all about notifying the general public to a problem, but the general public doesn't always care. Still, an alarm going off at 3 AM will wake you up if you can hear your own alarm.

[karpiel]

Move somewhere you aren't living in fear.