IS THE AUTOWATCH GHOST IMMOBILISER STILL WORTH BUYING IN 2024
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- Опубликовано: 11 июн 2024
- With the Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser being launched in 2015 is it still worth buying to protect your car in 2023? Or has it seen it’s day and it’s now time to consider an alternative? Let’s find out?
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What a great, informative video. Thank you so much!
Super useful and objective video! Thank you!
Thank you!
Love the videos Raf, highly informative, well executed & explained without any negativity, keep up the positive flow brother & keep on striving forward with your company going from strength to strength, peace🙏🏾
Great Video 👍
Brilliant advice mate!!!
Looking forward to the other Brands you also cover
Great advise thanks.
Have you got a photos of the bad installer as you said you got them in ur phone would be nice to see.
very informative and in-depth,
Thank you.
I've had Ghost for over 2 years, very happy with it, would definitely recommend it.
It was installed by an auto watch approved installer and it took approx 2.5 hrs
I had one fitted to my Audi Mk3 TTS after I bought 2 years ago..directly from Ghost themselves.
For me it’s peace of mind as the car sits on my driveway & not in my garage..
I still have a Disklok if for example I’m away on weekend breaks etc, as for me it’s a small deterrent plus there’s a Ghost label stuck to the inside of my drivers door glass, for any would be thief to see..
Up to now I’ve not had a problem with anyone trying to get in, in fact there’s been a spate of keyless car thefts lately in my area.
I’d thoroughly recommend in having one fitted.
I did have a slight problem with it, when we had the very hot summer that we had as it wouldn’t disarm, but I just reset the system again & it’s not happened since..
Hi Raf
I have a Ghost 2 fitted in my car but , it took the guy 35 mins. Could i bring my car to your business and get my cars Ghost 2 checked out ? Refitted if necessary ?
Is this available in the US?
Had installed on my 2022 Escalade Cadillac. Loved it. Installers are approved by RCMP ❤❤
Excellent video Raf, very well put across.
That video has answered all my questions as I have ghost on my car and was always thinking can my car still get stolen
Glad it helped.
Brilliant video. And all the interesting facts. Does Autowatch have accredited list of fitters in my location?
You can visit the Autowatch website but it's a little dated so best to call them and ask for approved installers In your area. However an Approved installer isn't always a good installer so just do some homework and check reviews etc.
Excellent video! Do you have any idea if this product is available in the United States?
Thank you. I’m not sure if there is something similar in United States sorry.
Looking to have one of these installed and got some good info out of this video
It’s a great product with some fantastic r & d going on in the background. Just pick your installer wisely and you won’t have any problems.
They're worth the money, just follow his advise
Excellent video Raf, I remember you mentioned this video was in the pipeline a short while ago while we where chatting. A companies long standing reputation & good customer reviews is why I picked Motorguard to upgrade the security on my Toyota.
Thanks Raf. Well informed, as always.
That Beard🔥🔥🔥
very informative video. 1 question is, is the 14 that was mentioned from ghost 2 only or is it combined 1+2, if combined, what is the breakdown of how many for 1 +2 . thanks
Thank you. I’m really sorry but i dont understand your question?
@@motorguard in the video above, at around the 11m mark, you mention that autowatch has paid out 14 times for the money back guarantee. there are 2 versions of ghost ( the original ghost 1 and ghost 2 ) my question was - the 14 claims, have u got a figure of how many of the 14 are ghost 1 claims and how many are ghost 2 claims ?
From my research and from speaking to the powers that be that is the total claims paid out. They haven’t offered the money back guarantee since day one so I’d say only Ghost 2s.
Very useful, thanks. I have Ghost II fitted on both my Mercedes and it is comforting to know that you totally think it is worth having :-)
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Does the Ghost protect from emergency start methods using can??
Yes absolutely. There have been quite a few range rovers and Lexus which have been attempted via can start and failed due to ghost being installed.
If I find an approved fitter for this, is it best to check them out using the autowatch number listed. Also, what kind of price is a uninstall/install pls. Many thanks for your help 😊😊🏎🏎
The authorised dealer is abit of a faff really as anyone who is allowed to sell is technically approved but that doesn’t make them a decent installer. I’d google the company and see reviews too. Maybe drop them a call and in conversation ask how long will it take. Most will try to impress you and say an hour or 45 mins. If this is the case run real fast.
@@motorguardThat's just what I was thinking...Ask how long the install takes?
How much is a uninstall pls. Thanks again 😊
I just want the chair your sitting in
How can you order just the part and fit the immoboliser alone ?
Hi. Sorry but the system needs to be installed
Can it be turned off for valet parking?
Hi. Yes the system has a service mode for when you need to disable it.
I wanted to get a ghost but after speaking to a few people I’ve been told it’s easy to bypass and waste of money, weather the difference is £50 or not as you said nothing is 100%. I’ve been looking into the Meta tracker S5 deadlock which seems abit more secure but also I know these thieves have something called a “wand” which can locate these trackers and get it to beep to locate it.
If it’s fitted properly then I can assure you it’s an amazing product. A tracker is a completely different system and if you listen to the pub stories going round then they’ll all tell you how easy a tracker is to find or block.
Yes, you are 100 percent correct 👍
Great video. I remember back in the day when I used to install alarms (before the CANBUS days), I took pride in my installs and would take the time to disassemble as much as necessary to conceal the alarm "brain". I would also solder a lot of the connections and use split loom tubing and black electrical tape to also conceal the colorful alarm wires that stood out from factory wiring. I typically spent 3-4 hours on an install and always wondered how these other shops did it in an hour. Well after seeing how sloppy other places did and just slapped it in there and zip tied the brain to wires under the steering column, I showed some of these people how in under 10 seconds I could pull the harness out from the alarm and easily have access to the ignition and starter wires and +12v all at the alarm harness! So point being, take your car to a place that takes their time and takes pride in their work even if you have to pay a few more $$..
100% brother. These modern installers don’t know anything other than simple canbus installs. Give them a full on analogue system where u need to wire locking, immobiliser cuts, doors, boot bonnet and lights and they’re running a mile.
I read that thieves can reprogram the ghost by resetting the ECU back to factory, is that correct? Thanks
That's BS, NO THEY CAN'T
Ok thanks
Could be true, I been looking to get a ghost but a lot of people told me they are easy to bypass!
They need to create a system that kills all power
Omg, I'm SIX MINUTES INTO THE VIDEO AND IVE LEARNED N O T H I N G..... wow
Wow. To last 6 minutes watching an awful video. You must have a lot of spare time.
Am I still able to start my car remotely if there's been a ghost immobiliser fitted? Great video btw I found it very helpful
Of course you can start the car remotely. But before you put in gear you have to input code.
Is the Can-Phantom the same as ghost? What are the differences and which one is better?
Can Phantom is also a can bus immobiliser which we do not offer so can’t really comment. Not sure on compatibility of Can Phantom as it’s a fairly new product but the Ghost is the original and has huge compatibility and excellent after sales support due to huge dealer network. Also Ghost offers a money back guarantee.
@@motorguard thanks for the response. I have been leaning towards Ghost for that reason. But I've tried contacting Autowatch a few times via their website around the product and for recommendations for reputable approved installers in my area. I haven't received a response yet. So, in the back of my mind, if they aren't great at communicating with someone who is interested in purchasing their product, how good would that communication be if you have a problem with it.
The can phantom im sure has a fob side box which can be found. The Ghost is small and quite slim
@@jabedali1709 cheers 👍🏼 I've decided on the Ghost and booked in this Tuesday. Will definitely bring some piece of mind because Fiestas are getting nicked a lot.
Can this be used in other countries
yes
Hi, how can i contact you regarding an install ?
You can call us on 0121 3733122 or email raf@motorguards.co.uk and we'll be happy to help.
Hello. Have you got a branch in London, please? If yes, where? Thanks
Hi. Sorry we don’t have a branch in London.
@@motorguardwhere is the nearest from London
Some people i’ll proper cheapskates.
How much does a range Rover cost and they arguing over £50.
Plus running costs
£50??? If only you could hear some of the things we do. It’ll make the people bargaining over £50 seem high class.
This guy is a master of yapping XD
How secure is the app?
I guess as safe as any App nowadays. You can via the app stop it transmitting which is handy as Bluetooth range is pretty strong now.
Had one fitted just over 4 years ago on a 5 series the day after i bought the vehicle. I then had to take it to a BMW garage, i didnt tell them it was fitted, they ended up fitting a new battery and reset the system, after 3 hours they called me saying there was a problem, i went down told them and inputted the code and it worked straight away, they had no idea it was installed!! Since then i know someone has managed to open the car as all the stuff in the glove box etc was thrown everywhere!! Will be getting a new car next year and i will be getting another Ghostwatch for sure!!
Bob don't tell anyone. Just put it in Valet mode before handing keys.
Installed 5 days ago and now it is saying battery is low before it never had such issues before. Do u think it's the reason behind?
@@kshitijranjit1454Cant say for sure, but 5 years later never had that problem...
That's wild.. when he was talking about refunded & needing to go to a legit installer & how vehicles need to get registered and all that i was thinking like damn they really stand behind this shit... I thought he was gonna say they'll pay you how much your car was worth not refund the 450 pounds lol .. okay it didn't work our bad here's your money back 😂😂 like what?
When you go to someone to save £50 off retail and pay £450 chances are that’s what will happen. But when you pay proper installers to do it properly the car will stay put.
Where are you located?
Birmingham, UK
Amazing Vid brother. I'll add....Ghost 2 may not be perfect but its another barrier 🚧 And a real good one.
Does Not mean you get rid of:
-Steering Lock
-Faraday Box (Next to your bed, not front Door)
-Hide Vin in Screen
-Park in Garage
-Block Garage by 1981 Honda Junk
-Camera Around House
-Lights On Sunset-Sunrise
-Beware of Dog Sign
Sorry Guys if i sound paranoid. But in my country a car is stolen every 6 mins 👿
Thanks man and yes I totally agree. It’s all about adding barriers between the key and car. Every barrier slows them down enough to move on.
Hide VIN in screen?
You can get a fob 😊or use your phone to disable the immobiliser.
That’s right. Both work really well.
I was told categorically that just ‘ripping the ghost out’ will not allow you to start the car. Obviously I may have been lied to but that seems to be the perceived wisdom that just removing the device, even if found, will not defeat the immobilisation. Perhaps that is now out of date advice? If not, it nullifies the whole argument of these devices being fastidiously fitted out of sight which seems to be the premise of this video.
If the ghost is found and removed the immobiliser is bypassed.
Someone lied to you, why do you think the location is hidden and kept a secret even from the owner
With the car crime being at a uncontrolled rate and how many cars you saved and protected you deserve many blessings inshallah.
They tried mine and couldn't take it .
Are official installers of the Ghost system vetted by police?
All installers need a dbs check.
Any immobilizer, no matter how well designed and fitted, is useless if the owner doesn't bother to use it!
Totally agree which is why all modern systems automatically arm.
ive heard the thiefs know where there installed and just rip them out
That’s exactly why a proper install is very important. A 30-45 minute install is virtually impossible to properly bury the system. I’ve seen them installed where you remove a panel and it falls out.
my installer said he had already programed my ghost and it was done in 40mins@@motorguard
Mine took between 90 min and 2 hours.
If these immobilisers are so good why would you need a tracker 🤔🤔
Ask your Insurance company I guess? I would say most trackers we install are asked for by insurance companies as there is a highly likely chance of recovery after theft. And there is a large number of cars which are taken without starting so towed away or dragged away.
Name and shame please.
I would love to but it wouldn’t be professional.
big deal my 1996 Peugeot 406 had that as standard
Yep and it was very easy to bypass too.
Will the GHOST prevent a CAN invader attack?
Yes. Especially if theres a relay fitted
Just because they're specialized in 1-2 products you should walk away? Informative however, i took a lot of this with a grain of salt because your video sounds like an ad to get ppl to come to your shop.. also, there's more comprehensive and intuitive systems out there aside from Ghost. Ghost is out of date with their technology.
100% if a fitter only fits can bus immobilisers you shokld run not walk. I could talk my Mrs through how to install a Canbus immobiliser and if a so called security specialists only sells canbus immobilisers then he is not a Vehicle security specialist no matter how hard he tries to convince you he is
Only popular because installers make a ton of money for connecting four wires and one relay
My camera picked up 4 illegal entry in my car within 5 months. They never were able to steal my Honda CRV
Why are we B-rolling camera equipment 🥱🥴😄 jeez loueeez
But good info 4hrs in, but I hope mine was installed properly lol ffs!!!
You’ll find out in the event of an attempted theft I guess.