Owning a car is a sign of success in most countries around the world. As buying a decent car can be a huge investment, it is often believed that owning a high-end vehicle is a clear indication of being socio-economically comfortable. While not everyone can afford to daily-drive a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, everybody will agree that motorized vehicles are the most practical means of transportation.

RELATED: The 10 Most Popular New Vehicles In AmericaWhile driving can be convenient and enjoyable, there can be drawbacks associated with being a motorist. Accidents tend to be the first thing that comes to mind. However, nothing beats coming out of the house only to realize that the car is gone. In fact, there are several cars that will probably get stolen the second they leave the dealership.

10 1997 Honda Accord

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Honda was first introduced to American motorists in 1959. Positioning itself in a similar fashion as Toyota, Honda went after people looking for affordable, compact, and disposable cars. These cars did not receive a warm welcome, but they paved the way for numerous outstanding Honda cars. Known for being cheap to buy and easy to maintain, Honda cars like the Accord became the target of malicious individuals.

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The base Accord may not be among the coolest Honda sports cars ever made, but it is a great car that will last a lifetime. A driver put 1 million miles on his Honda Accord a couple of years back. Consequently, the 1997 Accord is sought after by criminals. In 2021, over 36,000 Accords vanished. Out of that number, over 5,000 were made in 1997 models.

9 2000 Honda Civic

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It is fair to say that the Honda Civic was always the butt of the joke until recently. Being cheap and grossly underpowered, the Civic had the same reputation until the more serious Type-R came to fruition. Older Civics are expectedly rudimentary. They do not include all the bells and whistles that would make a car like the BMW M3 attractive.

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The Honda Civic might be one of the most laughable cars on the market. While this is debatable, there is one thing that is sure about the Civic. Being the most stolen vehicle in the United States, the Civic is the go-to car for people looking to make a buck illegally. Almost 40,000 Civics were stolen in 2021, with the year 2000 model being the favorite among all.

8 2000 Honda CR-V

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Honda released two main SUVs in the early to mid-90s. The Passport and the CR-V were offered as a cheap and affordable alternative to the bigger Toyota Land Cruiser and more expensive Jeep Cherokee. The Passport ended up being discontinued before being brought to life. The CR-V, on the other hand, has been roaming the streets continuously since 1995.

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The CR-V does not come with a turbocharged V6 or anything of that nature. The car is powered by a lukewarm engine that is simply durable and easy to maintain. Known essentially for its cargo capacity, the CR-V makes a great getaway car. It is a very common vehicle that can easily be mistaken for something else. Consequently, the CR-V disappeared over 12,000 times in 2021, with the years 2000 and 2001 models being the target of car thieves.

7 2004 Chevrolet Silverado

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Chevrolet and Ford have been rivals for decades. While the rivalry between the Camaro and the Mustang is well-known, not everyone is aware of the commercial war that has been taking place between the Silverado and the F-Series. Although the Silverado does sell as well as the F-Series, it remains the best second domestic option when it comes to full-size pickup trucks.

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The Chevrolet Silverado is a target for multiple reasons. First, it is one of the main contenders against the F-Series, making it a commercial success. Second, demand for parts is plentiful. Out of the roughly 31,000 Silverados stolen in 2021, over 2,090 were from the year 2004. The fact that anti-theft devices were not always present on 2004 models is not the sole reason why the Silverado was popular among criminals.

6 2004 Dodge Ram

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Dodge was a late bloomer compared to Chevrolet and Ford. The company's legacy truck, namely the Ram, was first made available to the public in 1981. Since its introduction, the Ram truck has undergone several transformations. From the regular work truck to the Viper-powered super-truck, the Ram quickly became a legitimate truck among piston heads.

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Most gearheads are unaware that the Dodge Ram sells better than the Chevy Silverado. For the past couple of years, Stellantis has been annihilating Chevy's Silverado. These Ram trucks are, however, not as sought after as the Silverado. In 2021, a little over 11,000 Rams ended up being stolen with 2004 models being the most preyed upon.

5 2005 GMC Sierra

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GMC is known essentially for its SUVs and trucks. The GM brand does in fact specialize in work-oriented vehicles. Sharing several of its platforms with Chevrolet vehicles, GMC trucks are often overlooked by truck fans. With the Sierra and Silverado being extremely similar, the Sierra became a great car to steal and send to a chop shop.

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GMC trucks may not be the most popular among pickup truck fans, but it sure is a great alternative to the Chevy Silverado. While almost identical, the GMC Sierra cannot tow as much as the Silverado. Since the GMC Sierra is essentially a Chevy Silverado, it became a great truck to steal. With over 13,000 Sierras stolen in 2021, owners of older Sierras should invest in a legitimate alarm system.

4 2006 Ford F-150

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Ford released its first proper trucks in the mid-1920s. The Model TT and the Model AA were indications that Ford was not going to stop at manufacturing regular passenger cars. After the war ended, Ford came out with sturdy and work-oriented trucks. The F-Series was born. Since 1948, the Ford F-Series has been the best-selling full-size truck in America.

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The 2006 F-150 is among the most reliable Ford F-150s on the used market. Having earned a great reputation over the decades, Ford worked on constantly improving its flagship truck. However, trucks in the early 2000s were not the most secured vehicles. As a result, more than 36,300 Ford trucks were stolen in 2021. Out of that number, more than 3,100 were 2006 models.

3 2017 Toyota Camry

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Toyota went from copying American designs back in the late 1930s to manufacturing America's best-selling sedan. Love it or hate it, the Camry has conquered the hearts of American motorists since 1983. Until today, the Camry remains a great buy thanks to its affordability and durability. Consequently, the Camry has a lot of qualities that car thieves appreciate.

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While the Camry is America's best-selling sedan, it is also one of the dullest. With that said, there are numerous cars that are more boring than a Toyota Camry. What makes the Camry a target is the fact that the sedan can reach over 300,000 miles if maintained properly. The Camry is also not the most exclusive sedan and can easily be lost in a sea of vehicles. Consequently, more than 16,900 Camrys ended up getting stolen in 2021. Out of that number, almost 1,150 were 2017 models.

2 2020 Nissan Altima

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Japanese automakers have flooded the domestic market with their mid-range sedans. This progressive market takeover accelerated the death of the American sedan. Today, Toyota and Nissan are among the favorite brands when it comes to affordable and reliable sedans. The Camry is America's favorite, but the Maxima and Altima are trailing not too far behind.

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The Altima tends to be eclipsed by other mid-range sedans such as the Honda Accord, the Toyota Camry, and even the Nissan Maxima. With that said, the Altima remains an attractive sedan that comes at best with a 2.5L four-cylinder unit that pumps out 188 hp. Moreover, the Altima is available in four-wheel drive. In 2021, over 12,200 Altimas were stolen in the United States.

1 2020 Toyota Corolla

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Toyota started producing the Corolla in 1966. Two years later, the Corolla made its debut in the United States. That year, 42,000 Corollas would be sold globally. Between 1966 and 2016, Toyota sold over 44 million Corollas. Consequently, the Corolla became the world's best-selling passenger car according to Toyota. Its popularity had somewhat of a negative impact on some of their owners.

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The 2020 Toyota Corolla comes with even more features than the previous generations. Back in the days, the Corolla was essentially to go from point A to B. The latest Corollas are made to go from point A to point B while being comfortable and entertaining. As a result, the Corolla started becoming more attractive to car thieves. In 2021, a little over 12,500 units were stolen nationwide.