Yet another attempt on an RX

[Sybaris]

So yet another suspected attempt on an RX.

Not going into details on security but IMHO:

- The plates that Lexus fit do work

- Put additional security into the car.  You are spending tens of thousands already.  Don't cheapskate on it.

- Save up and put away some funds for a new bumper.  Anyone know the cost to replace a bumper, Parts and Labour?

[eightk]

A positive post and it does prove the plates work, but by that point sadly the bumper is ruined.

[Sybaris]

It could be worse but I think anyone with an RX at the moment is looking at when, not if.

I would also advise RX owners not to keep anything in the car that would be a pain to replace.

[malcolmw]

Are they stealing the cars to get spares which cannot be got from Japan? Maybe they are being stolen to get replacement bumpers for those damaged during an unsuccessful theft. 🙂

[Sybaris]

Anyone know of any super hard bonding or resin that could be applied over the edge of the plastics (wheel arches and bumper gaps) to stop them inserting a tool in there in the first place?  Just fill the gaps and they can't take them off.

 

[Spock66]

1 hour ago, malcolmw said:

Are they stealing the cars to get spares which cannot be got from Japan?

I very much doubt it, maybe parts for a 10-year old Focus can be passed on quickly via eBay etc.  I think most 4th Gen vehicles are either covered under Relax warranty or would be repaired at a reputable establishment.

I think most likely export to countries with right hand drive were there is less diligence on a vehicles provenance.

[Sybaris]

Maybe a permanent sticker with "CanBus Protected" on the wheel arch?

I also think that having some windows stickers advertising a brand of security stopped them from doing any further damage and they gave up