It depends on where you live. It happens more in crowded cities because of limited parking space, and people parking on the street. I live in NYC, and I see it all the time. It doesn’t matter if you live in a good or bad neighborhood. Thieves go around the neighborhood at night in a truck or commercial van looking for an easy target and pop it up on craigslist or eBay the next day. It also depends on the popularity of the wheels. I remember the G37 sports wheels were high in demand, and many owners reported their wheels stolen on the forum every week.
Keep in mind they will damage other parts during the process such as the rotor, the brake shield, denting the side skirts. Nobody want to deal with that.
No difference with locking lug nuts. They'll get the rims either way. Just sucks either way.
It will deter them for sure. Unless they really really want your wheels for whatever reason. When I was on the G35/G37 forums, I never saw anyone that has wheel locks got their wheels stolen. It’s always the one without wheel locks and park on the street overnight. But hey, do whatever you believe in.
The Rays are a great option, I just got a set in black for my new wheels. I wish they didn't say RAYS on the sides, but hopefully it's not super noticeable once they're on.
i always lock my house door.i dont want someone breaking in and stealing my doberman...
