Step 1: Research
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of car anti-theft devices that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Mechanical - hood lock, steering wheel lock, brake locks
- Electronic security system - car alarm, immobilizer
- Construction quality - manufacturer reputation, guarantees offered
- Cost
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new car anti-theft device is the right choice for you.
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- What do I want to achieve by obtaining an anti-theft system?
- What do I currently do to prevent my car from being tampered with?
- How much protection do I really need?
- How much do I want to spend?
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Step 1: Evaluation
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular car anti-theft device meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Advantages of different anti-theft device types
- Manual or electronic devices, or both
- Installation - DIY, professional, standard in vehicle
- Physical quality and accessories
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the anti-theft device and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing car anti-theft devices to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which car anti-theft device is the best value for money?
- Which has the most reliability?
- Which device suits my needs the best?
- Which will be least intrusive to my car?
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Step 1: Purchase
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy a car anti-theft device and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, over the phone, mail order, department store or auto store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask.
- Ordering, delivery and installation - return policies, guarantees
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