Theft deterrents - steering wheel locks, etc.

[Darren S]

Not sure why I've been having some concerns of late - but it has crossed my mind to get some form of security deterrent for the 182 in the form of a DiskLok or similar.

Just wondering what people's views and experiences are? I know full well that they won't stop someone determined - but if it makes them think twice, then it's a big positive as far as I'm concerned.

 

[npt]

Yeah get one fitted, I use the disclok type, and agree yes it can be removed but you'll need to put in a little more effort

 

[I Changed My Name]

I use a steering wheel lock bar on the 5 series

Mainly because it's easy enough to clonme a key via OBD and I can't be arsed with the hassle of claiming on insurance. Its a small deterrent that might make someone think otherwise

 

[Flat Eric]

I rate the Disklok I have got.
It's a worthwhile investment and something you can hopefully move on to next car in the future (providing the wheel is a similar size)

 

[davo172]

I rate disklok a lot I had one on my 172 got lazy a few weeks running and couldn't be arsed to fit it.

Had car from new 2002 was kicked in 2015 dislok was in the boot

So from that i would say they are definitely a detterent

 

[AshyC GT]

I use a disk lock on my Civic. Just becomes routine and takes no time at all. Store it underneath the passenger seat.

 

[Brigsy]

Disklok all day long, fairly solid/too much hassle for most twockers.

You can get a nice bag with velcro on to store in the boot, saves them flying all over the car.

 

[davo172]

I use a steering wheel lock bar on the 5 series

Mainly because it's easy enough to clonme a key via OBD and I can't be arsed with the hassle of claiming on insurance. Its a small deterrent that might make someone think otherwise

Fit an obd lock mate

 

[Darren S]

Thanks all - Disklok it is then. Do they do one big enough for the truck-sized steering wheel in the Clio?

I've always had that inverse view that being seen to 'overly' protect your car, might attract more attention? I'll just have to get over that!

 

[Mr Squashie]

I would have thought driving a 20+ year old Clio would be deterrent enough. Do people really steal these things? I thought they were only interested in 140is or Range Rovers nowadays.

I'd probably go for the bar style instead of the full wheel cover, purely because it takes up less space when it's not in use.