I'm in the process of choosing a new car audio system for my '82 300D-T. Consequently, I began visiting this forum again recently. Security features has been one of the things I've been considering lately. This is uncanny- I really felt uncomfortable about all of the requests for security codes on this forum.

I had been considering an newer OEM type unit such as one of the Alpine units made for MB's, which use security codes. Now I'm having second thoughts and am back to considering detachable face units although they seem like a real pain.

When I purchased a new VW GTI 16V in 1992, the sales person who delivered the car handed me the card with the security code for the stereo system. He strongly suggested I put it in my wallet, and not to keep the card in the car, and also told me that if I lost the code, I'd have to remove the radio and send it in to the mfr, or something like that. I kept the card with the security code number in a safe place, with my credit cards, and it never got lost.

I had the car for 12 years and it was never prowled; the security code seemed to be a good deterrent. But now with the internet, I really wonder if the codes will remain as effective as in the past.

Moderators, please consider making not giving out codes, or some other measures such as requiring proof of ownership, etc. a policy. Or consider a poll to see what forum participants think. Or maybe deputize some forum members to become security code request uberpatrol or something like that...

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Marshall Welch
Seattle, WA
1982 300D-T