I like the idea of a simple mechanism triggered from inside the trunk. Makes sense and could be easily manufactured. But, if the thief has a crowbar or large screwdriver you'll lose the gas AND the gas door.
Motion lights and a garage are my answer. In the 70's my Dad left empty shotgun shell boxes scattered around our carport and hung a few Warning signs.
'68 428 HO M3 Monster, 4-on-the-floor! Need I say more?