Call Auto Car Locksmith Sydney for Car Key Replacement

Don’t panic! It is easy to be overwhelmed by the horrible sinking feeling in your stomach when you realise you have misplaced your car keys. Quickly check the last place you saw it and the obvious places including the car ignition switch.

You can rely on us, call (02) 9158 3200

Losing your keys can really ruin your day when you have somewhere to be or already out travelling. If you can’t find it and don’t have a spare key handy, just call us today. Our locksmiths are available 24/7. No matter what type of car you own, Auto Car Locksmith Sydney will get you back into your car and on the road in no time.

Do You Keep a Spare Set Handy?

You can prepare for the worst and get a spare set of keys to keep at home. If you’ve lost one already make sure to get replacement car keys cut as soon as possible. This will save you a lot of trouble and a lot of money if you do lose your keys again.

Knowing Which Type of Keys You Have

It is good to know what kind of automotive keys you have when getting help from a locksmith. Older vehicles such as an Astra, Cruze, Holden Commodore, and Mitsubishi Lancer use traditional keys. They look very much like the keys you use for your house and office.

Cars that feature a button to start the car and have full remote central locking use electronic key fobs. These key fobs do not have any visible metal car key but usually include a traditional key enclosed in the key fob itself.

Depending on the make and model of your car, you may have a combination of both. That comes in the form of a traditional key attached to a key fob. The electronic fob unlocks the car while the traditional key will start your car.

Getting Traditional Keys Replaced – Everything You Need To Know

Also known as a mechanical key, the traditional key is still a popular choice. Unlike an electronic key fob, it does not require any complicated programming to sync with your car engine and immobiliser. Getting a replacement only involves cutting keys to fit your lock and ignition.

You can call for emergency key replacement services at home or when you are stranded. An automotive locksmith will come to you and cut you a new car key. A replacement can be made without the original key. He will take apart your car’s door lock to find the lock code which is usually engraved on the lock. With the lock code, he can make a new key on the spot.

The cost of the service will be fairly low as the job is simple and straightforward. A traditional key may not be as secure as a key fob. But it is cheaper to replace. However, if your lock is damaged or very worn the locksmith may not be able to read your car’s lock code. This complicates the matter. You will need the capable and experienced professionals of Auto Car Locksmith Sydney.

When the look code is not available, the barrel of the lock will be taken away and dismantled completely. From there a key can be made. This is a time-consuming process and is the last resort if you do not have a spare available. Be prepared to leave your ageing Ford Falcon, Holden Barina, Honda Civic, or Toyota HiLux for a while if the lock codes and the barrel have worn away.

As a reminder, always get a spare key handy for emergencies.

What About My Electronic Car Keys?

Replacing high-tech key fobs will cost a lot more than traditional keys. Because there are many components in the key fob compared to a simple metal mechanical key. BMWs, the Hyundai i30 and the Mazda 3 all come with key fobs now.

The good thing is the remote central locking system is no longer limited to premium cars. It can be found in almost every modern car now making electronic key fobs available at a more affordable price. Although it is costly to lose a single key, getting a replacement is a fairly simple process. Your car dealership can clone a spare without modifying your vehicle’s locking system.

You can also get our expert auto locksmiths to clone a spare at a much lower price. Save Auto Car Locksmith Sydney’s contact info in your phone for emergencies.

How Much Will a Car Key Replacement Cost?

A survey was done by Australian consumer advocates Choice involving 22 new car dealerships across NSW and South Australia. The findings revealed that the cost to clone a single key ranged between $267 to $800 depending on the brand of car and the type of key fob.

Electronic keys that unlock your car with a push of a button are way cheaper than key fobs that unlock the car when you get near your car.

Note that these are quotes to replace a key by cloning a spare. If you have lost the original remote keys and do not have a spare to clone, the job becomes difficult and more expensive. Getting it replaced outside of regular business hours will also add to the cost.

Be careful with your electronic car keys. We recommend getting a replacement immediately if you ever lose one! That way you will always have a spare to use or clone. A top tip is to pass the spare to a person you trust. You can call the person when you are accidentally locked out of your car or when your keys are lost.

Urgently need a locksmith near the Sydney metropolitan area or suburbs? Give us a call anytime at (02) 9158 3200. Auto Car Locksmith Sydney provides 24-hour emergency locksmith services.

Your Car Key Replacement Options

Your best option is to call a locksmith company that has a mobile service unit. Our responsive locksmiths in Sydney will go to where you are quickly and solve your key-related issues. Call our reliable professionals to help you get back on the road as fast as possible!

How To Get a Lost Car Key Replacement

Losing your car keys can be a massive inconvenience. Chances are your only other set of car keys is with your family member or spouse who is somewhere else! This is where our mobile locksmiths shine. We will go to your home, office or wherever you are to provide replacement keys.

If you do find your keys later, you can keep them as spares. The important thing is you can use your car now to get to where you need to be.

Call our professional locksmiths anywhere in Sydney. They will come to you as soon as possible.

What if You Lose Your Only Set of Keys?

This will require a locksmith with the expertise to make a new key without a spare to clone. Your best option is to call our hotline at (02) 9158 3200. Our reliable locksmiths will come to your location to unlock your car and to cut and program a new key. Having two sets of keys is always a good idea. A single set can easily be lost leaving you stranded until a key is found or replaced.

How Are Lost Car Keys Replaced?

We have many years of experience replacing keys lost in Sydney. Because losing keys happens more often than you think! For non-remote keys, we will either cut a new key or put in new locks with new keys. Depending on the situation and the customer’s decision. For remotes and transponders, we will recode a new key fob with our specialist tools and software.

Cost of Replacing a Lost Car Key

It depends on the car brand and model, key type, and the difficulty of the job. Duplicating a spare is cheaper than having to make a replacement key without a master key to reference. Don’t worry about getting a replacement key. Just contact us and we will sort it out for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

What about replacing car remote keys?

When you require a remote car key replacement in Sydney, the easiest option is to call our mobile locksmiths. You don’t need to waste precious time figuring out how to get a lift to a locksmith’s store. Just call us on your phone and we will come to your location and replace your remote immediately. This way you can get on with your day quickly!

How much does it cost to open a locked car door?

You will likely need this service when you accidentally lock your car keys inside the car or have lost them. The cost depends on the cost to get the replacement key we make to open the door. Other factors include the make and model of your vehicle as well as the kind of keys you require. Non-remote keys or traditional metal keys are the cheapest options. A remote or transponder will cost more as we have to recode the key to match your car’s ID code.

How do we replace a car key?

Here are some ways we use to replace common types of car keys. For older cars with non-remote keys, we have to redrill the lock to make you a new key. But sometimes we can cut a replacement key without drilling. Which is as simple as cutting new keys to match your locks. For remote keys and transponder keys, we will recode a new key to match your car’s unique ID code.

How do I get a replacement car key?

Fastest and easiest way is to call Auto Car Locksmith Sydney. We cover all of Sydney and can quickly reach your location with a replacement key. Call now for fast and responsive service!