Alarms/Security

[simonadam]

Is it worth changing that std alarm/immobilser in the Cupra R for something better or adding a tracker.

If yes does it make a big difference to insurance, presently paying £950 with 7 ncd

Cheers

Simon

[LDoR]

Trackers tend to help your insurance premiums more than anything else. I don't think that the alarm/imobilizer needs upgrading much as it is quite good as it is.

The only other security things you can really do are window tints, stoplocks and other visual deterents.

[Syphon]

For as much protection as possible I'd recommend (some suggestions the same as LDOR's):

1. "Pimp tints" Which actually means - pentagon security glass which I have on mine - http://pentagonglasstech.com/category_individuals_families.asp

2. Stoplok or equivalent - car thieves have told the police that if they see one of these fitted they will almost always move on to an easier target.

3. De lock the car - remove the lock and blank it off on the driver's side. One less vulnerability.

4. Tracker device. A few on the market - Tracker, Navtrack etc.

5. Upgrade the alarm if you want - some people rate Blackjax as well, although I have no experience of it.

Hope this helps. Good luck protecting your pride and joy. ;)

:cheers:

Scott