How to Keep Stolen High-End Cars in GTA Online
The allure of a fast, luxurious car is a core part of the Grand Theft Auto experience, and GTA Online is no different. Stealing high-end vehicles is thrilling, but keeping them permanently can be a bit tricky. So, how exactly do you keep those stolen beauties and add them to your personal collection in GTA Online? The answer lies in a simple yet crucial combination of actions: storing the vehicle in your garage, securing it with a tracker and insurance at Los Santos Customs, and saving your game. Let’s break it down step by step.
First, you need to acquire a high-end vehicle – and this is where the fun begins. The streets of Los Santos are filled with potential targets, but some locations are more fruitful than others. Rockford Hills, with its opulent mansions and affluent residents, is a prime hunting ground for luxury vehicles. Keep an eye out for models like the Lampadati Felon, often spotted in parking lots and around the area. Once you’ve “borrowed” your target, you need to make your way to your garage.
Securing Your Stolen Ride
Once inside your personal garage, your stolen vehicle is saved there, but it’s not officially yours yet. It’s merely residing there. To make it permanent, you have to visit a Los Santos Customs. Locate the spray can symbol on your map, and take your newly acquired car to one of the four locations. Inside the shop, you’ll need to purchase two vital upgrades.
Tracker and Insurance: Essential Purchases
The key to keeping stolen vehicles is to purchase both a tracker and full insurance. The tracker adds a level of ownership, registering the car to your account, and the insurance protects your investment, allowing you to reclaim your vehicle if it’s ever destroyed. Without the insurance, it’s gone for good. This step is absolutely crucial.
Final Steps and Game Saving
Once you’ve installed the tracker and insurance, your car is officially yours. However, to ensure the changes are permanent, you must save the game. This is done automatically in most circumstances, but if unsure you can do so from the main menu. Your stolen high-end vehicle is now safely and permanently stored in your garage. You can modify it with upgrades, customize its appearance, and drive it anytime you want.
This is the basic process for permanently keeping stolen cars in GTA Online. Let’s delve into some more specific scenarios with our FAQ section.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Where is the best place to steal high-end cars in GTA Online?
As mentioned, Rockford Hills is the premier spot for luxury cars. Its affluent atmosphere means that valuable vehicles are plentiful. The area near the shopping district is often a goldmine for potential targets, with many luxury cars parked on the streets or outside mansions. Keep an eye out for the Enus Super Diamond – it is often spotted in the area.
2. Can I sell stolen cars in GTA Online?
Yes, you can sell stolen cars at any Los Santos Customs location. Look for the spray can icon on the map. However, keep in mind that not all vehicles are worth selling. The Lampadati Felon GT is a good choice for quick cash, while pre-modified vehicles like the Vapid Dominator can also fetch a good price.
3. What is the best car to steal and sell for quick cash?
The Vapid Dominator is a great choice for a quick payout. It can net you around $3,500 when sold. It’s also relatively easy to find driving around the city, which makes it a very reliable vehicle to keep stealing and selling. Pre-modified vehicles like the Sandking and Sabre Turbo are also worth a look.
4. What is the most expensive stolen car to sell in GTA Online?
The Lampadati Felon is often considered one of the highest-paying stolen vehicles to sell. It can fetch up to $9,500 at Los Santos Customs. These cars can sometimes be found in the parking lots of Rockford Hills, however they can be difficult to spot.
5. Are there any specific cars I should look out for to steal and keep?
Several vehicles are good options to steal and keep due to their value and style. Some of the cars to look out for include: Sultan, F620, Felon, Felon GT, Dominator, Sandking and Sabre Turbo.
6. What are pre-modified cars?
Pre-modified cars are vehicles that spawn in the game already enhanced with some custom upgrades. This can increase their resale value and sometimes their performance. The Dominator, Sandking, and Sabre Turbo often appear with some mods installed.
7. What is the fastest car you can steal and keep in GTA Online?
While top speed can vary due to modifications, the Vapid Dominator is a solid contender for one of the fastest stealable cars. The Sultan is also a great vehicle to look out for.
8. How do I ensure my stolen car is truly mine?
To make a stolen car truly yours, you must drive it into your personal garage, then take it to Los Santos Customs, where you must purchase a tracker and insurance. Without this combination of actions the car is still “stolen”, and will not be saved.
9. Can I upgrade and customize stolen cars?
Yes, once a stolen car is properly registered to your account with a tracker and insurance, you can fully customize and upgrade it at Los Santos Customs, just like any other vehicle you’ve purchased.
10. What if my stolen car gets destroyed before I add a tracker and insurance?
If your stolen car gets destroyed before you add a tracker and insurance, it’s unfortunately gone for good. You’ll have to find another one. Make sure to add the tracker and insurance as soon as you get the car into the garage.
11. Can I sell vehicles I have purchased?
Yes, you can sell purchased vehicles, and they usually fetch a significant amount of money. The selling price is typically based on a percentage of what you paid for the car new. However, you’ll generally get a better price from selling stolen high-end vehicles than selling your own, once you’ve factored the price to add a tracker and insurance.
12. What happens if my insured stolen car is destroyed?
If your insured stolen car is destroyed, it will be returned to you via Mors Mutual Insurance once you call them. The vehicle is automatically replaced when you log into the game if it was destroyed previously, as long as you have insurance on it.
13. Are some cars more difficult to steal than others?
Some high-end cars might be more difficult to find than others. However, there are no cars that are immune to theft in GTA Online. Finding rare cars simply takes a bit of time and exploration.
14. Is there a limit to how many stolen cars I can keep?
You are limited by the amount of space in your personal garages. Make sure you have enough room in order to keep all the cars you’re looking to steal and own. You can purchase extra garages to increase storage space.
15. Are there any known glitches to keep stolen cars?
While there might be occasional money or car glitches that pop up, they are very unstable and are usually patched. It’s best to stick to the legit method of storing, tracking and insuring your stolen vehicles. Some glitches can even cause you to lose your account.