Cost of getting an aftermarket imobiliser

Whiplashy

I have a Toyota Vitz 2011, which I've been struggling to get a renewal insurance quote for, and found out tonight the reason is they don't have imobilsers. I was unaware of this. (I haven't lied about it but I did get a good quote tonight on the basis that the broker told me it probably had one) Trying to get some indication of the costs that's likely to be involved in getting an aftermarket one fitted. I've seen a couple on Amazon, but I've no clue what I'm looking for, or even if they're what I need. Or if my regular mechanic can do it for me.

Trying to weigh up whether I keep my mouth shut and try get it done before my new policy kicks in, or if it's too pricey to get done quickly, contact the broker in the morning and see what the damage will be there. I don't even know if the renewal quote I got from my current insurer had an imobiliser down or not, the premium did jump a lot since last year and they weren't willing to negotiate at all, so I'm sure they know they're being stolen all over the place.

User1998

You can get the ignition replaced with a push button start and an immobiliser for €150 supplied & fitted. I know a guy on the Longmile Road if you want his details via PM.

Whiplashy

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121493081#Comment_121493081

That's a positive start. I'm down the country near Kilkenny, and would be very nervous of having to drive in Dublin, but hopefully I might be able to find someone similar down my way.

listermint

Be careful that may one one of the reasons not the reason you could waste money. Japanese import, over 12 years old. Some insurers are just contrary.

There's nothing to say they'll come up with something else.

User1998

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121493092#Comment_121493092

Just ask any auto electrician to do it.