i just bought my first Defender 90 (MY011) and hoping to get an aftermarket keyless ignition system installed (i.e. it detects keys are in the car and allows a push button to start the engine).

is there any way to get around the steering lock conundrum? is it ok (for an installer guy) to remove it entirely or is that illegal? it doesn't seem like a huge security risk as you've still got the door locks and alarm/immobiliser in place.

theres some great units out there that handle the tricky bits (security bypass, diesel plug warming, activate ACC by hitting the starter, activate IGN by putting your foot on the brake and hitting the start button etc.)

i can't seem to find anyone on the internet that has actually installed one of these in a defender!