britmog - My car is a hot wire system also.
MOG615 - There is no immobilizer on my car, I had it removed 10 years ago due to trouble. All comments are useful.
sospan - my car is not a gems car.
Ivormog - everything on the ignition circuit except the starter motor is dead.
Ray - didn't know this.
Thank you all for your useful comments. I am now going to try your suggestions out and will let you know how I get on.
