Can you make a key with just the VIN number?
Can you make a key with just the VIN number?
As long as you can prove ownership of your vehicle a car key can be made with the Vehicle Identification Number aka VIN number. Once a key code is pulled from the VIN number a car key can be cut.
Who makes keys by VIN number?
The lock that’s made for your vehicle contains a special keycode created by the manufacturer. This keycode is saved with the vehicle identification number. The vehicle identification number, or VIN, is what’s designated for each cut in the key. Only the owner of a vehicle can make car key from VIN number.
How much does it cost to cut a car key without the original?
If you have an older car, you can replace your car key for $3 to $7. A new key can be more expensive if you have a newer car with an electronic key or another specialized car key. Replacement car keys with chips, transponders, or fobs can cost up to $250, depending on your area and labor costs.
Where can I get a key code?
Finding the key code
- In the documentation of the vehicle. Sometimes the key code is in the vehicle manual or on a label with the lock or key.
- On the key. It would be an engraved or hewn in code.
- On a metal plate in the glove department or elsewhere in the car.
- On the lock’s housing.
How much does it cost to get an ignition key made?
Table: Total Cost to Make a Car Keys By key Type
| Duplicate Key Cost | Total Cost of Duplicate Key Cut & Programmed | |
|---|---|---|
| Old, Standard, Mechanical Car Key | $ 7 | $ 7 |
| VATS Car Key | $ 20 | $ 20 |
| Transponder Car Key / Chip Key | $ 10 | $ 60 |
| Laser Cut Car Key (High Security) | $ 50 | $100 |
How do I replace my car key without the original?
An experienced locksmith will be able to make a replacement key for you even if you do not have the original. When you contact a locksmith, you’ll need to give the company some information about the key, and then they will likely be able to help you replace it.