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2000-2003 996 security
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2000-2003 996 security
Hi all,
I'm new to forums but have been browsing the site for several months now and think this is easily one of the best homes for a porsche enthusiast - amazing how much there is to learn on this board. I plan on purchasing a used 996 (2000 - 2003) relatively soon. I live in a safe - non gated community but my condo doesn't have a garage. I plan on changing that when my lease runs out as I want the car garaged as much as possible. However, if I make my purchase before moving, I'm wondering what steps I should take to avoid theft. No, I highly doubt anything will happen, but I'm wondering what's out there besides a simple car alarm. I've always dreamed of having a 996 and the goal was to purchase one on my 30th birthday. Looks like I'm a couple years ahead of that. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm also interested in after market parts companies that most of you go to. I realize this is something who is soon purchasing a 996 should know, but I tried to keep the dream aside until the funds were ready...or else I would thinking about it everyday
Best,
Steve
I'm new to forums but have been browsing the site for several months now and think this is easily one of the best homes for a porsche enthusiast - amazing how much there is to learn on this board. I plan on purchasing a used 996 (2000 - 2003) relatively soon. I live in a safe - non gated community but my condo doesn't have a garage. I plan on changing that when my lease runs out as I want the car garaged as much as possible. However, if I make my purchase before moving, I'm wondering what steps I should take to avoid theft. No, I highly doubt anything will happen, but I'm wondering what's out there besides a simple car alarm. I've always dreamed of having a 996 and the goal was to purchase one on my 30th birthday. Looks like I'm a couple years ahead of that. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm also interested in after market parts companies that most of you go to. I realize this is something who is soon purchasing a 996 should know, but I tried to keep the dream aside until the funds were ready...or else I would thinking about it everyday
Best,
Steve
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From: Michigan
Agree on the steering wheel pedal locking device. Not only does it work physically its a visual deterrent, which is critical. Since most thefts are by joyriding kids under 25, you want them to see they can't easily take it, versus them finding out after they have damaged the car trying to get in.
"Funny" story. My car was broken into before I owned it. The kid got in by cutting the cabrio top with a case cutter. It worked, but he got stuck in the metal frame. When the police arrived he was pre-incarcerated. They had to help him out. The upside of the story was that he ruined the top and the frame at the 8-year mark when it was about time to buy a new top anyway. So kind of "lucked out" in a sense as insurance paid.
"Funny" story. My car was broken into before I owned it. The kid got in by cutting the cabrio top with a case cutter. It worked, but he got stuck in the metal frame. When the police arrived he was pre-incarcerated. They had to help him out. The upside of the story was that he ruined the top and the frame at the 8-year mark when it was about time to buy a new top anyway. So kind of "lucked out" in a sense as insurance paid.
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Welcome Steve. Glad to hear you've been browsing and learning alot about these cars. If you find a 996 at a really great price, which there are a few here right now FS, and you plan on using it as a DD, then insure it 100% for replacement value. Piece of mind.
Find a good indi, even if you plan on some DIY R & R.
If you get the impression that opportunists may target your car because it's a fancy "Porsche", then you are taking those risks. Park in safe places; if you can get it near other Bimmers/Benzes, or decent areas, then you can lessen your chances of theft and/or vandalism.
Find a good indi, even if you plan on some DIY R & R.
If you get the impression that opportunists may target your car because it's a fancy "Porsche", then you are taking those risks. Park in safe places; if you can get it near other Bimmers/Benzes, or decent areas, then you can lessen your chances of theft and/or vandalism.
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As stated above Insurance.
Or
Frunk Monkey. LOL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee3L9BQQ4Gs
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The car has a pretty sophisticated modern alarm and imobilizer system built in. It's not going to get stolen unless you leave the keys in it.
So that would be tip #1 - don't leave the keys in it.
As far as getting broken in to...it's no different than any other car is it?
What am I missing?
Don't use a steering wheel lock...looks stupid, rolls around the floor all the time and and is totally unnecessary. If your thief has the skills to defeat the imobilizer I'm pretty sure he can also figure out your steering wheel lock.
Don't ask stupid questions. Lock your car when you park it.
So that would be tip #1 - don't leave the keys in it.
As far as getting broken in to...it's no different than any other car is it?
What am I missing?
Don't use a steering wheel lock...looks stupid, rolls around the floor all the time and and is totally unnecessary. If your thief has the skills to defeat the imobilizer I'm pretty sure he can also figure out your steering wheel lock.
Don't ask stupid questions. Lock your car when you park it.