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Key Takeaways:
Picture this: you’re sipping your morning coffee when you glance out the window to find your driveway empty. Your car – gone without a trace, no broken glass, no obvious signs of forced entry. Welcome to the reality of modern vehicle theft in the UK.
In 2024 alone, a staggering 375,048 vehicles were stolen across England and Wales, with London bearing the brunt at 105,211 incidents – that’s nearly one theft every five minutes in the capital. Your Ford sitting in the driveway? It’s particularly at risk, with 9,284 Ford vehicles targeted last year, making it thieves’ favourite brand.
The culprit isn’t old-fashioned lock picking – it’s sophisticated relay attacks and key cloning targeting your keyless entry system. These high-tech criminals can steal your car in under 60 seconds without ever touching your keys.
But here’s where it gets interesting: while traditional security measures struggle against these modern methods, one solution stands out with an impressive 97% theft prevention success rate – the Ghost immobiliser. As vehicle theft costs soar and insurance premiums climb, understanding the true cost of Ghost immobiliser protection versus potential losses becomes crucial for every car owner seeking peace of mind.
Understanding Ghost immobiliser pricing helps you budget for this essential security upgrade. The core cost for the Ghost Immobiliser, including fitting, is £499. There is no variation on this price with the Autowatch approved installers.
Below, we provide a detailed comparison of the core cost and additional security packages, ensuring you have all the information necessary to secure your vehicle effectively.
| Package | Included Products | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost Security Package 1 | Ghost Immobiliser Scorpion Category S5 Insurance Approved Tracker | £698 |
| Ghost Security Package 2 | Ghost Immobiliser Scorpion Category S5 Insurance Approved Tracker Lifetime Warranty for Both Products | £798 |
| Ghost Security Package 3 | Ghost Immobiliser Scorpion Category S5 Insurance Approved Tracker Lifetime Warranty for Both Products Dash cam | £975 |
When you invest in a Ghost immobiliser, understanding installation costs helps you budget effectively. Most providers offer mobile installation as part of their £499 package, covering every UK postcode for maximum convenience.
You’ll need a TASSA-approved installer to ensure insurance benefits and warranty coverage. The installation process typically takes 2-3 hours, regardless of location choice. Your installer must have specific training on your vehicle’s electronics system.
Several elements influence your final installation cost:
Your installation includes a standard 2-year warranty covering both the device and installation work. TASSA approval ensures your insurer recognizes the system for potential premium discounts.
Mobile installation offers the best value for most vehicle owners, eliminating travel time and providing professional service at your preferred location. This convenience factor makes the all-inclusive pricing particularly attractive for busy professionals.
You don’t need to pay everything upfront. Several payment solutions are available:
Bundle packages often provide better value than purchasing individual components. You’ll benefit from:
These flexible options ensure you can secure your vehicle without straining your finances, while maximising protection and potential insurance savings.
When evaluating vehicle security options, you need to weigh effectiveness against cost to make an informed decision. Here’s how Ghost immobilisers compare to traditional alternatives:
| Security Solution | Cost Range | Effectiveness | Insurance Recognition | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost Immobiliser | £499 | Very High | Yes | Complete protection |
| Steering Locks | £50 - £100 | Low-Medium | N/A | Visual deterrent |
| GPS Trackers | £180-£600 | Medium-High | Yes | Recovery after theft |
| Ghost + GPS Combo | £698-975 | Highest | Yes | Ultimate security |
Gareth Brooks is a vehicle security expert and Managing Director of Ghost Installations, specialising in advanced tracking systems and theft prevention solutions across the UK.
Some of our Frequently Asked Questions
Our head office is based in Halifax, however our engineers are based nationwide to cover all the UK.
It’s dependent on the vehicle, usually around 2 hours.
We have a dedicated aftercare team who can assist you, after verification we are able to support you to change the code.
It can be changed by you at any point and you can do this at any time and each day if you wish for maximum security
The device detects if your car has start / stop technology so you enter the code when you initially start the car and get into it and that’s it. If the car stops at traffic lights it automatically restarts as it normally would do before you had the ghost fitted.
Speak to one of our dedicated account managers to find the correct deal to support your install. We always have offers available.
When the car is being driven by others, you can enter service mode so your code is not compromised to the garage. The car stays in service mode until driven over 30 mph or if you take it out of service mode. (Please ask on the day of installation how this is done.)
The product is guaranteed for two years.
You can have it removed by us or leave it in the car as a sales feature to get more for your car with it fitted. Please note there will be an additional charge for this service.
We can remove and refit if required once your lease has ended. Please note there will be an additional charge for this service.
