Stealing radiators
Scrap car radiators here are worth 20-25 bucks here each cleaned, car batteries are 8-10 each, aluminum car wheels are about 15-25 each, scrap catalytic converters are 15-100 dollars each depending on the application, general scrap steel is worth 110 to 180 a ton, car bodies are worth 90 a ton, alternators and starters are worth 4-6 bucks each, auto transmissions are worth 10-15 dollars in scrap.
This is as of 2 weeks ago.
It would add up fast if you get a complete car and part it out for scrap.
That's why people are stealing rads, batteries, electrical parts, and cats.
I hate thieves too, but keep your stuff hidden and they won't come to your place shopping.