The five vehicles you are most likely to lose Posted on: Dec 23, 2011 |
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The good news is that cars are getting harder to steal. With improvements in anti-theft technology, it’s harder to take off in a newer car than one made in the 90s. That doesn’t mean, however, that you’re 100 percent safe parking your 2011 model in a lot or on the street and walking away. Being the victim of car theft will not only cause you a great deal of stress, but may also cause your insurance rates to skyrocket. Here are the top five models stolen last year:
Infiniti G37 Coupe For every 1,000 G37s on the road, seven are stolen. This car is a favorite among thieves thanks to the high black market value of its parts. Don’t expect to see your stolen Infiniti speeding down the road after its taken; it will be stripped and parted out quicker than you can blink, making your chances of getting it back slim to none. Chevrolet Avalanche The Avalanche is as high end a pickup truck than there’s ever been. With advanced navigation and premium audio systems, the Avalanche is a virtual gold mine for car thieves. Not as likely to be parted out as the Infiniti, you may actually be lucky enough to get your truck back. Just don’t expect your sound system to return with it. What are your chances of falling victim to car thieves? 7.4 out of every 1,000 Avalanches were stolen last year. Dodge Charger If you drive a Charger, you stand the same chance of losing your vehicle to a criminal as an Avalanche owner. 7.4 out of every 1,000 Chargers on the road last year were stolen. Likely to be parted out, the car is popular among thieves thanks to its massive Hemi engine: a thief can be in your car and out of sight in less than 60 seconds. Chevrolet Silverado If you are one of the unlucky eight out of 1000 owners of the Silverado, you can expect to be filing a theft report complaint with your local police department. Like the Avalanche, the Silverado is packed with handy gadgets that can be quickly stripped and sold for cash. Plan on installing a great after-market security system on this truck. Cadillac Escalade At a staggering 10.8 out of every 1,000 on the road, the Escalade tops the list of the most stolen vehicles. Cadillac has long been a status symbol and why should it be any different for car thieves? Popular among the criminal element, the Escalade is chalk full of gadgets and gizmos. Surprisingly, the horrible gas mileage isn’t a deterrent. No matter which vehicle model you choose to purchase, it is imperative that you purchase a quality insurance policy. Do expect, though, that if you choose one of these top five most stolen vehicles, to pay a higher premium. Whether or not it’s worth it is something you’ll have to decide for yourself. Author Stephen Anderson, an insurance consultant, strongly suggests that you search online for a Car Insurance Quotes Comparison to be certain of getting the best deal. Car Insurance Quotes in Connecticut are just one example of the state rates you can compare. |
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