In the city of Coventry, located in the county of Warwickshire in the United Kingdom, a surprising incident related to the theft of a luxury car was reported. Despite having an advanced high-tech security system, three thieves managed to steal the vehicle in front of its owner's house, John, in an astonishing span of just 15 minutes.
The car, purchased by John on December 13 for the sum of USD 227,000, was considered "impossible to steal" due to its modern security features. However, the criminals managed to bypass these measures and successfully take the car. According to local sources, these types of stolen vehicles are usually later transported to countries in Africa, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, where they are sold alongside other stolen luxury cars.
The car in question is a premium limited edition model, of which only 550 units were produced. This vehicle has exclusive features, such as graphite wheels valued at nearly USD 13,000 and a luxurious interior with unique details, including vibrating seats. John, aware of the risk he was taking by acquiring such an eye-catching car for thieves, had previously consulted with dealership experts about installing a Ghost immobilizer, a security device that requires a unique code to start the vehicle.
This incident highlights the importance of remaining vigilant and taking extra precautions regarding the security of high-value vehicles, even when equipped with advanced protection technology.