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Why would I want to buy one??? (archive)
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Posted by Ed Todd on May 21, 2000 at 17:18:40:

In Reply to: Some interesting LoJack statistics... posted by Brad Willis on May 21, 2000 at 14:49:31:

Without any knowledge of the Lo Jack system, the alarm system in the 5 appears in IMO to be more that adequate as is incorporates tilt and motion. Combined with key codes and with the NAV system additional codes, can a 5 series be stolen??? if stolen can it be driven?? Where does the 5 series stand on the top ten stolen list??? Not trying to cause trouble just my thoughts.

Ed Todd
'97 528iA
'00 540iA


: As many of you know, the SoCal Audi TT Club has arraigned a LoJack group buy. Our price is $395 installed, which is $200 off the usual price of $595. This price is good regardless of where you live, and you don't even have to own an Audi.

: LoJack sent me some interesting statistics regarding their theft recovery system. Here are some of them.

: First some national statistics:

: Vehicles recovered in the USA by LoJack: Approximately 30,000.

: Overall recovery rate: 93%.

: Percent recovered with no stripping damage: 70%

: Here's some California statistics:

: Vehicles recovered with NO damage: 48%

: Vehicles recovered with entry/ignition damage only: 22%

: Vehicles recovered with minor damage only: 23%

: Total LoJack vehicles recovered with little or no damage: 93%

: Overall arrest rate: 25%

: Overall LoJack recovery rate: 96%

: Recoveries within 2 hours of activation: 44%

: Recoveries within 8 hours of activation: 70%

: Record recovery time: 2 minutes

: Number of auto theft rings/chop shops uncovered: 118

: Some discounts offered by major insurance companies if your car is equipped with LoJack:

: 1. 20th Century: 12%-15% off comprehensive.
: 2. AAA: 16%-18%.
: 3. AIG: Up to 15%
: 4. Fireman's Fund: Up to 15%
: 5. Hanover: Check with local office.
: 6. Kemper: Up to 10%.
: 7. Liberty Mutual: 25%.
: 8. Mercury: Up to 15%.
: 9. Prudential: 5%.
: 10. USAA: 15%-19%.
: 11. Wawanesa: 15%.

: Once again, our contact is Sales Manager Jill Lewis. You can reach her at 800-929-2000, or 310-286-2610 if the toll-free number doesn't work in your area. Remember, you must ask for the SoCal Audi TT Club group rate, regardless of which make/model car you own, or where you live.



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