Lojack systems MASSIVE discount

[SparkyRnD]

For those that have read some of my posts, you know that I'm a big supporter of anti-theft devices and theft-recovery systems on cars. It's a shame to see so many get stolen, and not only lose money on, but lose vehicles that have a lot of sentimental value that can't be replaced.

I worked with Lojack to get a new promo code. Enter ProjectSabre as the promo code, and it knocks off $400. You can also use it when you call in to order, and it'll give the same discount!

My recommendation is to get the Early Classics SVR system with Early Warning and the Extended Warranty. Instead of $1,100, it brings it down to $700 (plus tax). Well worth it in my experience.

[ehummelman]

thanks Sparky, that is a great deal. Thinking of putting it on the bird.

[SparkyRnD]

I look at it this way: if the car has sentimental value, it's worth it regardless of what the book value is. If no sentimental value, then I think when Lojack is under 15-20% of the value of the car, then it's worth it. So a value of $7,500 or above, then I think it's worth it. And beyond that, say $25k, 50k, 100k, I think it's stupid not to install it. Not saying it'll keep the car from getting stolen, but will make recovery chances MUCH better than just word of mouth.

[DartorDemon]

Is there a monthly subscription fee for Lo-jack?

[SparkyRnD]

No, it's a one-time fee. That gives you a 2 year warranty and covers the internal power supply. I buy the extended warranty, which puts it out to something like 7 years, for an extra $99.

[SLO_Z28]

I never realized what retail was on one of those kits :O

[SparkyRnD]

$1,100 is nothing compared to the investment made on most of the cars on this site. Drop that down to $700, and it's very affordable (that's where it pays to search for sales or promo codes before buying).

Then again, I've never understood building a high dollar car and not adding something like this in the budget during the planning phase.

[howehot]

Does LoJack work anywhere. I've looked briefly at their website and didn't see service in Iowa or Minnesota. Won't do any good for me if this is the case

[SparkyRnD]

You'd probably have to call them for details, as I don't work for / with them, and I'm not a rep. Just a customer of theirs.

[ehummelman]

I think the deal is that in some states the police don't participate. The cool thing about Lojack is that it's the only system that police can use directly to locate your vehicle via car or helicopter. They claim that the signal they use is not limited to any particular area per se, and travels through walls, forest, shipping containers (god forbid).

[SLO_Z28]

Does LoJack work anywhere. I've looked briefly at their website and didn't see service in Iowa or Minnesota. Won't do any good for me if this is the case

You have to have the system installed in the local law enforcement's cars. When you report the car stolen it will be entered into the database and the unit will be activate. If the police car is close enough to an activated unit the car will alarm on a little unit and give a alpha numeric number, and the officer will let the dispatch know the number and then dispatch will tell the officer the year/make/model of the car. The head unit gives a vector and a signal strength so you can track the car down.

Lo Jack makes a kit specifically for cars like ours, it pulls ~300ma every 30 seconds in a 1 second pulse from a non switched source, and it has an internal battery so that it doesn't get shut down if they disconnect the battery. its also pretty small and self contained making installation easier.

here is what the antennas and head unit look like on a cop car:
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You can even put antennas on planes and helicopters, ive heard of more than a few recoverys from our birds:
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[ILLMATIC]

great deal at STEAL lol

[lojackian]

For those that have read some of my posts, you know that I'm a big supporter of anti-theft devices and theft-recovery systems on cars. It's a shame to see so many get stolen, and not only lose money on, but lose vehicles that have a lot of sentimental value that can't be replaced.

Last night I was doing some research and reading a few articles online, and I found that Lojack posted discount code in one of their blogs that saves $400 off the price:

http://www.autotheftblog.com/2012/02/14/lojack-helps-southern-california-police-recover-60k-classic-chevy-impala/

Enter Save400 as the promo code, and it knocks off $400. My recommendation is to get the Early Classics SVR system with Early Warning and the Extended Warranty. Instead of $1,100, it brings it down to $700 (plus tax). Well worth it in my experience.

Hi SparkyRND,

My name is Jason from the LoJack Corporation. I want to thank you for ordering a LoJack SVR system recently and for spreading the word on our recent promotion for classic cars.

To those with questions, there are no monthly fee's and here's our coverage map: https://my.lojack.com/pages/owners-accessories-coverage.aspx

If anyone has any questions or wants to place an order for this promotion please give us a call at 1-800-838-1177 x3873 or visit http://www.lojackforclassics.com and remember to use promotion code "save400"

Thank you.

Jason A.
LoJack Corporation
http://www.lojack.com

[CreepinDeth]

Does LoJack work anywhere.
I've looked briefly at their website and didn't see service in Iowa or Minnesota. Won't do any good for me if this is the case

No it doesn't. It's available in ~27 states. I'd inquire about range.....because I read only 3-5 miles
LEO's have posted on my other car forums that your local area needs to have lojack receivers to triangulate your car.
Plus they have to be within a few miles of it

Obviously with triangulation, you need at least 3 receivers spread widely to do this properly.
Each receiver will give you a LOB , Line of Bearing. 3 of them intersect to triangulate.

If they don't, it's useless to purchase. So call your Law Enforcement depts first to find out.
Professionals that know about LoJack have jammers. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LoJack#Security_issues

So it's a cat and mouse game either way.

[SLO_Z28]

Ive gotten LoJack hits from well over 5 miles away. As said above it needs to be in the car, or on an aircraft to be used though.

One thing to look into with LoJack is that some insurance companys offer a discount if you have it installed, so that might offset the purchase price in the long run.

[srt1010]

Ive gotten LoJack hits from well over 5 miles away. As said above it needs to be in the car, or on an aircraft to be used though.

One thing to look into with LoJack is that some insurance companys offer a discount if you have it installed, so that might offset the purchase price in the long run.

Same here on the hits, getting three more units installed this week in my K-9 cars.

[CreepinDeth]

Ive gotten LoJack hits from well over 5 miles away.

Is that part of the mechanic's job to verify lo-jack's functionality in patrol cars ??

Do you guys have to get certified to work on these for the department ??

[SLO_Z28]

Is that part of the mechanic's job to verify lo-jack's functionality in patrol cars ??

Do you guys have to get certified to work on these for the department ??

No, we have a factory rep that installs them, good guy and he has done work for members on here. The units rarely have problems. I get hits from the "rabbit" that the local auto theft units use for training purposes. I got all excited when I jumped in a car and the LoJack went off, so I hustled over to dispatch to learn that it was the training one, called my friend in auto theft and found out he was about 11 miles away as a crow flys.

Just to fill people in, in SOME areas there are auto theft units that focus solely on recovering stolen cars, having LoJack is a huge help to them recovering your car.

[SLO_Z28]

Same here on the hits, getting three more units installed this week in my K-9 cars.

How are you managing that? These units are at a premium :p

I love service dogs, any pics of your dogs?

[ModernMuseum]

Meh...i think most people these days who don't want their cars stolen in the first place are going with Ravelco switches.

[SparkyRnD]

While I will be installing a Ravelco also, that doesn't help for the thief that uses a trailer or a roll-back / tow truck, or, if it's inside a trailer and the trailer gets stolen. I think that both have to be used in conjunction in order to have the most protection you can have, short of having someone watch the car at all times.

[SLO_Z28]

I have my steering wheel disconnected, my battery cable un plugged, a hidden battery kill switch, an ignition kill switch, a push button ignition wired wrong, and I park my car in locked and barbed wire surrounded police parking lot and im still not 100% certain it wont get stolen. Never underestimate the ingenuity of a car thief.

[SparkyRnD]

No matter what, if someone wants your stuff bad enough, they will find a way to get it. The only things you can do is make it harder to get (alarm, Lojack, Ravelco, park in a visible location, install cameras, et cetera), or, get a system like Lojack so that IF someone DOES take it, you have a better chance of getting it back.

[CreepinDeth]

Agreed ^ That's the most accurate statement there is.

Here's an example from Chicago.....watch how fast the GTO disappears 5 minutes after he parks it. :attn:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDXh_QLcuKg

These are pro's who drive around in blacked out tow trucks yankin vehicles.
I'm actually shocked trucks like this aren't stopped by Law Enforcement for looking extremely suspicious.

I still use a detachable steering wheel, and an emergency cut off switch to deter small time thief's.
But I know if a pro thief comes for it, I'm SOL unless a LoJack or GPS Tracking device is hooked up.

This is why I don't take either of my classics or motorcycles downtown Chicago.

[CreepinDeth]

Here's a no monthly fee, pay as you use it type of GPS tracking.
http://www.rmtracking.com/gpsproducts/vehicle_recovery/smart_tracker.php
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For those interested in a much more in depth tracking but monthly fee associated, there's
http://www.brickhousesecurity.com/livewire-lightninggps-trackingdevice.html

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[BulldawgMusclecars]

I'm planning to use a combination of countermeasures, plus a system that will page me when the car is being tampered with. Car thief< AK-47.

[Larry Callahan]

I have thought about one of these. Seems like a Ravelco wont stop them from dragging it onto a flatbed.

Will it work if stashed in a building/trailer/cargo container? Do good thieves have a way to detect / disable / block the signal?

Just trying to figure out how well they work because I do want one.

[SparkyRnD]

Correct, Ravelco is good for keeping them from punching the key cylinder and trying to start, and also keeps them from hot-wiring the car as they tie it into the harness, distributor and starter. But as mentioned, if it is in a trailer and the trailer gets stolen, you're SOL (same if they use a flatbed or tow truck).

The Lojack works through walls, buildings, cinder blocks, etc. The only way a thief could detect the signal is if they either had one of the Lojack police units, or if they used some other system to find the frequency that it broadcasts on. Hopefully Jason can chime in and confirm this.

[lojackian]

The Lojack works through walls, buildings, cinder blocks, etc. The only way a thief could detect the signal is if they either had one of the Lojack police units, or if they used some other system to find the frequency that it broadcasts on. Hopefully Jason can chime in and confirm this.

Only law enforcement, approved LoJack employees, and sanctioned agencies have access to our LoJack tracking computers.

One of the major advantages of LoJack is that we use RF (Radio Frequency technology) which allows us to track and recover stolen vehicles where other recovery systems (e.g.GPS,Cellular) typically can't such as garages, warehouses, shipping containers, deep woods, etc.

[diesel25lrs]

All of the above plus a hidden cheap hardwired cellphone added to the family plan for $10/mo with free GPS tracking software that tells me exactly where it's at all times on my Iphone. Almost everywhere gets cell service these days... even with the battery disconnected the charge should last 5-7 days. Then you and your buddy Glock can find the crooks and take care of business!!!

[SparkyRnD]

funny, and I believe in carrying, but I'd leave that to the cops as my life isn't worth risking.

[SparkyRnD]

I just updated the first page: I got Lojack to give us PT guys our own discount code. Enter ProjectSabre during check out and it'll knock off $400!

[SparkyRnD]

Bringing this back up for anyone looking at Lojack. Enter the code above for $400 off!

[SparkyRnD]

After reading about a few more thefts, wanted to bring this back up. Use the promo code "ProjectSabre" to save $400, and protect your investment. You can also install these on motorhomes, trailers, tow vehicles, etc. Any vehicle you value should have one.

[hotrodneb]

I was thinking about installing this on my car while building it---certainly glad I came across this thread. Even at $700 it is a waste of money in Nebraska, and the 3 other states I travel to on a regular basis. Think I will just pay the service on an extra line for an old smart phone I have. With the location ability any Droid app has it looks like I have close to the same opportuity to find the location of my car.

[SparkyRnD]

That logic works, only if your phone is always charged while in it, and you always have cell service, which in most remote areas and inside buildings, containers, etc. you won't. Plus, as many people have found, trying to get your car traced by cell through the police will take you a lot longer. And, in most cases, if someone steals your car and they see a cell phone, it won't be in the car for long. Remember too that you don't have to get all the bells and whistles if you can't afford it.

[mc84_zz4]

I just updated the first page: I got Lojack to give us PT guys our own discount code. Enter ProjectSabre during check out and it'll knock off $400!

^^ Thanks For getting that setup.

This brings the out-of-pocket total cost down to $300 on their classic car coverage.
With Lo-Jack there are no monthly or annual payments, it's a one-time cost.

[hotrodneb]

Sparky-----Since I live in Nebraska, ans travel in South Dakota and North Dakota----what is better for me, your Lojack or and old cell phone? Which has better odds of recovering my car?

My point--the technology exists, you guys got some catching up to do

[SparkyRnD]

Not sure about your region, but my points above still are valid, as the Lojack system doesn't need to be constantly charged like a cell phone, and constantly broadcasts when activated, even through walls / containers / et cetera. And, FYI, I'm not employed by Lojack or a seller / installer. I just use their products and wholeheartedly believe in them.

[SparkyRnD]

bringing this back up, make sure to use the promo code to save a ton of money and get your project protected.

[SparkyRnD]

To the top for Christmas!

[sjaroslo]

Does anyone know if this is still active? It would seem that it ought to be since Sparky just bumped it about a week ago, but when I was going through the checkout procedure, the website gave me a "Discount coupon cannot be applied to any item in your shopping cart" message.... I don't think that I'm ready to purchase yet, but was at least running through the process to see the discount applied, and it was not.

I am very interested in the combination of the LoJack system for recovery and the Early Warning system for notification. Combined with a Master Disconnect switch, I think I'm as well covered as I can be. The Classics product is nice in that it doesn't even tap in to the vehicles wiring, so I don't have to worry about overloading the keepalive signal on the master disconnect (used to keep the FI computer happy, etc.). Thanks.

[SparkyRnD]

I left a message for the person I worked with to get the code set up. Hopefully I'll hear from them soon and find out what is going on.

[SparkyRnD]

I just got a response. The person verified that the code is not currently working, but it has NOT expired. They recently launched a new version of their website, so that most likely has something to do with it. They are going to get it fixed, but in the meantime you can call and they will honor the code / discount.

Once I hear that the code is working through their website again, I'll update here.

[sjaroslo]

Thank you!

[Ravenworks]

I would jump on this in a heartbeat... If my state had coverage!
I don't get it, if you drive around in a car that has a different color fender or door here the police will pull you over and you better have the receipt showing where you bought the part. Yes, auto theft is that bad here, but heaven forbid we actually have a theft recovery system... UGH!!!

[SparkyRnD]

Bringing this one up again

[kochevy67]

Sparky my former Boss is working for Lojack and if anyone needs assistance in the Illinois area I will hook them up with him. I have a receiver in my car and I have recovered a few cars already for him. Lojack works on radio waves so even if the car is parked inside a garage the sinal is still emitted. I can say for the money it is worth every penny.

[SparkyRnD]

Very good to know! For the amount of money some spend on a mirror, or a seat belt, or something under the hood, I think it's crazy not to spend a small amount to help protect / recover such a sizable investment. Or, on the other hand, to protect / help recover something that may hold a lot of sentimental value.

[SparkyRnD]

Yet another example of why Lojack is a good bet:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151434234948711.501797.104291478710&type=1

[SparkyRnD]

bringing this around again

[Urgent]

bringing this around again

Please let me know if the discount code ProjectSabre is working still? I really would like to purchase Lojack for a new vehicle. Thank you very much!

[SparkyRnD]

Yes, it's functioning properly!

[CarlC]

I too would go for this, especially with OLoA coming up. But, it won't work in the bulk of the areas we're going to. Seems like a great local system, but be sure to check that there is coverage/support for the system if the car takes a road trip.

[SparkyRnD]

I would definitely recommend checking for coverage when considering the system based on your location. I would also thing though that thefts sometimes are taken to other cities / states, where it would pop up depending on location. Just another thought.

[SparkyRnD]

bringing this up again, as the good-guys show in nashville is coming up

[SparkyRnD]

saw a few vehicles recently stolen listed on facebook, make sure to look at Lojack as a way to protect that investment

[SparkyRnD]

remember to use the discount mentioned on page 1!

[SparkyRnD]

recently saw a few more threads about stolen cars. Lojack seems like cheap insurance to help recover / be notified if your car is being stolen

[precisionshootist]

sparky,
do we know if the promotion is still available? i tried punching it in on their website and it did not seem to work...

[SparkyRnD]

Yes, it still works, but only for Lojack for Classics. You add it to your cart and during check-out, in the coupon window enter this code exactly as it appears below:
projectsabre

[1987GN]

Still works!

[nokones]

It didn't work today. The guy at Lojack did say he has heard of the promocode but, the code does not populate on his screen.

[Schwartz Performance]

We're a LoJack dealer and offer discounts if you're having trouble with the promo code. Can't guarantee THAT good of a deal, but definitely won't be retail!

-Dale

[SparkyRnD]

Remember that the code only applies to Lojack for Classics