Rx-8 Theft
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Rx-8 Theft
I haven't heard much here about anyone's car being stolen. Has anyone heard anything about whether they have been frequently stolen or if they are easy to steal? Up until now, I have only been concerned about vandalism when I drive but was curious if the 8s are a frequently stolen vehicle.
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Originally Posted by JonsToy
Seems that the "smart key" technology works well as a theft deterrent.
1. The cherry-red RX8
2. The gold Honda Accord.
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Originally Posted by Roo2001
Actually, the biggest theft deterrent of the RX8 is that it's so distinctive. Thieves tend to steal cars that "blend in" and don't grab attention. Which would be easier for the cops to spot:
1. The cherry-red RX8
2. The gold Honda Accord.
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1. The cherry-red RX8
2. The gold Honda Accord.
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Originally Posted by zoom44
and that one got stolen from ML by her sister who then got drunk and some guy stole it from her![EEK!](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/eek.gif)
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a majority of theft these days are either, owner left car running with keys in it, or pro job where they were towed. Or the were "stolen" ie owner can't afford it anymore etc. etc.. or other fraud.
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Originally Posted by Roo2001
Actually, the biggest theft deterrent of the RX8 is that it's so distinctive. Thieves tend to steal cars that "blend in" and don't grab attention.
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Originally Posted by khtm
There was that guy who got his 8 stolen at his house at gunpoint. But I guess that doesn't really count since he gave them the keys...
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The fact that they don't really blend in with their surroundings certainly help and I'm sure it also helps that the parts don't really retro fit on anything else. I know a lot STi's that are stolen for this reason (hids, wheels, bumpers, wing, hood, engine) you name it and it can fit in/on most imprezas with little to no work.
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Originally Posted by th1rd3y3
The fact that they don't really blend in with their surroundings certainly help and I'm sure it also helps that the parts don't really retro fit on anything else. I know a lot STi's that are stolen for this reason (hids, wheels, bumpers, wing, hood, engine) you name it and it can fit in/on most imprezas with little to no work.
Don't really blend? Here in PR one of only two 2005 Ford GT was stolen. I wonder if that car blends with the others in the highway. LOL
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Originally Posted by mik00725
Don't really blend? Here in PR one of only two 2005 Ford GT was stolen. I wonder if that car blends with the others in the highway. LOL
Bueno, panita boriqua, te puedes asegurar que ese GT robao fue para un tremendo joy ride. :D