[skimo]

Hi,

My car got vandalized twice in the same area in the past 3 weeks. (UT Austin Campus).

Someone Walked On Car:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=skimo

Broke Windows and Stole:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=kareem

I will probably have to visit and park at this area for time to come. I need to invest in a solution to prevent this. I tried parking in paid/monitored garages and that still didnt help. Any advice on cost effective alarm that works?


I did a bunch of online research. However, as I have NEVER owned an alarm before, was hoping for some feedback from people with advice.
- proximity sensor?
- 2 way alert to my remote control?
- flash bang grenade trap?
..etc

budget: $400 including installation.

Rant:
If I were not bounded by law, I would have built my own contraption that launches a pepper spray attack or even electrocutes the body if the windows get smashed. I am ranting right now as I have been in and out of body shops, driving with broken windows in the rain and dealing with rental car issues.

Thanks!
Skimo

[ksm]

Ouch! That's so shxtty, sorry to hear about your bad luck bro......

Mental note to myself, never park outside of a residential garage next time I'm in/near Austin Tx.

[skimo]

Originally Posted by ksm

Ouch! That's so shxtty, sorry to hear about your bad luck bro......

Mental note to myself, never park outside of a residential garage next time I'm in/near Austin Tx.

Correction:

"never park inside or outside of a residential garage when near/in Austin"

[Dereleek]

Originally Posted by skimo

Hi,

My car got vandalized twice in the same area in the past 3 weeks. (UT Austin Campus).

Someone Walked On Car:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=skimo

Broke Windows and Stole:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=kareem

I will probably have to visit and park at this area for time to come. I need to invest in a solution to prevent this. I tried parking in paid/monitored garages and that still didnt help. Any advice on cost effective alarm that works?


I did a bunch of online research. However, as I have NEVER owned an alarm before, was hoping for some feedback from people with advice.
- proximity sensor?
- 2 way alert to my remote control?
- flash bang grenade trap?
..etc

budget: $400 including installation.

Rant:
If I were not bounded by law, I would have built my own contraption that launches a pepper spray attack or even electrocutes the body if the windows get smashed. I am ranting right now as I have been in and out of body shops, driving with broken windows in the rain and dealing with rental car issues.

Thanks!
Skimo

Seeing that your car is an '07 it should be pre-wired for the OEM BMW alarm--they have since stopped pre-wiring.

I would by the alarm and either do it yourself (search threads for instructions) or go to a dealer and have them do it. You will be looking at between $400-$600 dollar range. I have the BMW alarm on my car and absolutely LOVE IT!!! I don't car what anyone says, that large flashing clown nose is a theft deterrent and the alarm will alert people when set off, which is the goal. Never had it go off yet, so it isn't one of those that are too-sensitive. It has a motion sensor on the inside and can also detect moving of the car (ex: if someone jacked up your car to take your wheels) among other things. Someone breaking a window, or jumping on your car would definitely set it off and alert those around.

I would go this route--it will do more good than having nothing

[zhangzeyuandss]

wow that is shitty man..you got to switch a better place..looks like someone already had eyes on your baby.Maybe next time it will not be just broken into.. probably drive away ...while i know the BMW oem alarm could not help you that much..because it did not came with shock sensors at all..i was thinking a DEI alarm like viper . One of my friend got a alarm on his 370z called zenesis seems pretty good..but you might need to look into the install since not all alarm can bypass BMW oem control. gl

Originally Posted by skimo

Hi,

My car got vandalized twice in the same area in the past 3 weeks. (UT Austin Campus).

Someone Walked On Car:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=skimo

Broke Windows and Stole:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ghlight=kareem

I will probably have to visit and park at this area for time to come. I need to invest in a solution to prevent this. I tried parking in paid/monitored garages and that still didnt help. Any advice on cost effective alarm that works?


I did a bunch of online research. However, as I have NEVER owned an alarm before, was hoping for some feedback from people with advice.
- proximity sensor?
- 2 way alert to my remote control?
- flash bang grenade trap?
..etc

budget: $400 including installation.

Rant:
If I were not bounded by law, I would have built my own contraption that launches a pepper spray attack or even electrocutes the body if the windows get smashed. I am ranting right now as I have been in and out of body shops, driving with broken windows in the rain and dealing with rental car issues.

Thanks!
Skimo

[Brey335i]

okay, you've convinced me dude. I am never parking on campus again!

I have an 07 as well and I bought the alarm kit from Tischer, installed it, and now it works fine

[Shieldze1025]

Yea I've heard bad things about getting aftermarkets alarms just b/c of the amount of electronics already in a BMW. I think the BMW alarm is like $3xx plus installation, Maybe save an extra hundy or two and go for it.

I live in the DC area, and although its nice for the most part, you just never know with some of the people around here. I don't have one yet but I plan on getting it installed soon.

[Bulldog 6]

If you go with the BMW alarm check bavarianautosport.com, they had the best price when I bought mine. With the holidays you may be able to save some $$$. There is also a DIY install if you are inclined to do so. They you will still have to activate it with the dealer.

[skimo]

Thanks for info everyone. I will go with OEM based on what I am hearing. I'll take the DIY route too. Tischer here I come!!

[skimo]

Originally Posted by Takashi

I am not sure if someone jumping on your car will set off the alarm since there is no shock sensor in the factory alarm.

What? No shock sensor? So its just an ultra-sound interior sensor?

[3002 tii]

sux man, u sure somebody doesn't have it out for u?

[mike-y]

I agree with Takashi. Alarms really won't do much in your case. If a thief sees something in your car that can be taken easily in a "smash-n-grab", an alarm won't do much good.

The best you can do is be careful where you park, and don't leave anything that looks remotely valuable in the car, or stow it in the trunk/out of sight. and be sure to wipe off the suction cup marks from your windshield if you have a gps or radar detector.

[nikorion]

Damn..that sucks man. I felt sorry for you the first time, this really blows.

[burberry]

but even with a viper alarm, u wouldn't know if the car is out of it's range, right?

[Haywire]

Truth is, there is nothing you can do about vandalization other than catch them in the act, a.k.a "seeing them do it" so you're going to have to invest in a tiny hidden dash cam, or buy a beater to drive to school and leave the car at home.

It sucks to have to think about the latter of the two, but the way things are going for you as of late, you will save money in the long run by getting a second (cheap) ride, opposed to paying for damages.

Just my opinion.

[burberry]

Originally Posted by Haywire

Truth is, there is nothing you can do about vandalization other than catch them in the act, a.k.a "seeing them do it" so you're going to have to invest in a tiny hidden dash cam, or buy a beater to drive to school and leave the car at home.

It sucks to have to think about the latter of the two, but the way things are going for you as of late, you will save money in the long run by getting a second (cheap) ride, opposed to paying for damages.

Just my opinion.

there are such things as dash cams? O.o where can i get one from?

[Haywire]

Originally Posted by burberry

there are such things as dash cams? O.o where can i get one from?

google dashboard cameras, depending on what you wanna pay will depend on the quality of camera.

[Haywire]

Originally Posted by Takashi

The dash cam will only record the video but won't stop the thieves from stealing. With winter now lots of people are wearing hats and gloves. Your dashcam might be useless if you can't see the person's face.

Dude, i think youre going a lil over the top... nobody is to say what the camera will catch and what it wont. There are two solutions, simply.... dont take the car to school, or try to catch em in the act....

You can do that in one of two ways, steak out your own car and miss classes until you catch the fu@kers, or get a cam and hope for the best. If you have them on tape, then you at least have something to go on...if you DONT have them on tape, well you know the answer.

Ill take dashboard cam for $5oo Alex....

[Shieldze1025]

Originally Posted by Haywire

Dude, i think youre going a lil over the top... nobody is to say what the camera will catch and what it wont. There are two solutions, simply.... dont take the car to school, or try to catch em in the act....

You can do that in one of two ways, steak out your own car and miss classes until you catch the fu@kers, or get a cam and hope for the best. If you have them on tape, then you at least have something to go on...if you DONT have them on tape, well you know the answer.

Ill take dashboard cam for $5oo Alex....

Not to mention a dashboard cam would be sweet to have, you can then have evidence of scaring the hell out of your friends when you take them driving haha

[E92-Lighting]

this sucks big time, i think someone has some prejudice against you

[Haywire]

Originally Posted by Shieldze1025

Not to mention a dashboard cam would be sweet to have, you can then have evidence of scaring the hell out of your friends when you take them driving haha

Yeah, it can also cover your ass -vs- the cops:
http://www.breitbart.tv/?p=5459

[VanM3Lover]

To be honest, an in car security camera system is what I would consider if I had this kind of problem. At least you get the chance to record the person's face. If it's on campus, there is a good chance for the person to be found.