Portable GPS System - how to make sure it's not stolen?

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I know very little about this, but would love to buy a portable navigation system. My only concern is that it's very easy to put in (suction to the windshield or dashboard), but just as easy to steal. I would think that putting a 500-600 dollar devices in a car that's so easy to remove is an invitation for the potential thief to break into the car and take it.

Is there a solution to this problem? Is there a way to install the portable GPS unit securely in the car? I would hate to take it off any time I leave my car parked for several hours in the city.

Thanks!

Dell · Accepted Answer

I have had a Garmin 2610 for 2 years now, simple solution unplug the unitand put it out of sight takes about 5 seconds.

Jim Yanik · Answer

success     wrote in news:    Damn right!If they SEE IT,they will try to steal it."Securely mounted" or not.They will RIP APART your car to take it.Maybe you could disguise it,have a fake kleenex holder that drops over it,so it does not look like anything that is worth stealing.Or mount it IN the dash,and have a panel that closes over it when not in use(or so it IS the flip-up panel).Some people remove the passenger airbag and install their DVD screen there,it flips up when in use.You -could- do the same for your nav screen.(I don't recommend it.)The trick is that they not see it.

Brian Smith · Answer

The word 'portable' should be a good indication of how to protect your investment.

MAT · Answer

Usually the windshield mount is separate from the unit itself. My Garmin C320 is that way and I just pop it out and stick it in the center console. I guess a thief may still break into your car upon seeing the empty mount but I sorta think they would likely move on.

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