Can't you just wire it so that the key does not need to be in, seems a better solution.
That would help the thief to get it too (long wire through the window seal to push the button)... :no:
There is some level of focus and twisting involved, the button push should be noticeably easier. I wouldn't want to raise a crank window while driving. Not to mention, the button is always in the same spot. Cranks move. =)
It really doesn't take an focus to crank a window - been doing it since I was a kid. Might even take less, since you have to watch the electric window to make sure that you stop at the end - crank is by "feel".
Last point: fwiw, the electric window is *fast*!
Until the electric motor goes bad, or the drag of the mechanism gets too much. I've had this happen to my '93 Accord - the windows motor can no longer overcome the drag of the mechanics and the windows "stick". Similar thing happened on my '94 Miata, but with hand cranks, I could feel it getting bad - taking the door panel off and greasing things cured the problem. That hasn't helped the Honda...
It's really a matter of choice. I prefer the crank windows. I'm in the minority. I don't have to worry about the electrics failing me.
By the way, lots of Elise owners have complained of the windows jamming because of a loose screw. I've yet to hear of one with crank windows being a problem. :shrug: