Freelander security

ratty said:

In the 12 years I've done my job I've never been out to pick up a stolen freelander 1 yet.

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PASTMASTER said:

Had the spare wheel stolen off my S-Reg once. Turned out there are only ten different patterns of locking nut, and a set of keys can be bought for less than the cost of a new wheel. Don't keep a brand new tyre on the back door.

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RichM said:

Hi,

How is the Freelander in terms of security? Is it relatively secure? Or is it quite easy to break in and drive it off? Does it have many security features? (dead locks etc)


Most modern cars with an air bag fitted are only worth knicking if you have the keys. Cos the air bag blows up and kicks the immobiliser in, fuel cut off etc.
Most stearing wheel locks can be taken off within 2 minutes. Save your money
Most cars are now stolen too order (freelander 1's are too old to bother with)
The best advice I can give is, the freelander has a big boot and thieves love 4x4's cos you can load em up (with your stuff from your house) and out run the police across muddy fields and plough through fences etc. They can only be taken WITH THE KEY. Do not leave your keys on display, hide the spare set, do not put your house keys on the same ring as your car keys.

Don't ask how I know this, just take the advice.

Cheers

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Skinny Mike said:

RichM said:

Hi,

How is the Freelander in terms of security? Is it relatively secure? Or is it quite easy to break in and drive it off? Does it have many security features? (dead locks etc)


Most modern cars with an air bag fitted are only worth knicking if you have the keys. Cos the air bag blows up and kicks the immobiliser in, fuel cut off etc.
Most stearing wheel locks can be taken off within 2 minutes. Save your money
Most cars are now stolen too order (freelander 1's are too old to bother with)
The best advice I can give is, the freelander has a big boot and thieves love 4x4's cos you can load em up (with your stuff from your house) and out run the police across muddy fields and plough through fences etc. They can only be taken WITH THE KEY. Do not leave your keys on display, hide the spare set, do not put your house keys on the same ring as your car keys.

Don't ask how I know this, just take the advice.

Cheers

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an X crim???

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Skinny Mike said:

Probably make alot more money, but Nope

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