944 immobiliser

[ian944S2]

My 944S2 cabriolet is fitted with a Porsche immobiliser, presumably from new. I would like to know whether it is Thatcham approved and if so is it category one or two as obviously the answer makes a difference to the insurance premiums and the books that came with the car don't seem to cover this matter. Thanks in advance for your answer(s).

 

[zcacogp]

If it's the one where you push the tag into a doohickie on the steering column (or dash somewhere), then it is not Thatcham approved at all.

BUT most companies will ovver you a reduction commensurate with having a Cat 2 device fitted if you ask nicely. (Cat 1 is for alarms, Cat 2 is for immobilisers.)


Oli.

 

[Diver944]

The original Porsche immobilisers were graded as Thatcham Category 2 a few years ago and a local Porsche Centre should be able to check it over and provide you with some paperwork (sometimes they don't even charge).

The system was actually made by these guys http://www.hamilton-palmer.co.uk/ and they are generally very helpful if the dealer cannot be.

 

[ian944S2]

Hi

Thanks for the info. Will follow up with insurer.

Ian