AUTO LOCKSMITH, CAR KEYS, REMOTES, LOCKS

Our auto locksmith service can program spare and replacement car keys and remotes for many vehicles. Do you have a problem with your car / van keys? Give us a call or use the Whatsapp option.

Car door with key
Car key replacement, repairs and duplication

Vehicle opening service (keys locked in car or boot).

We can perform non destructive entry to most vehicles. We do this via the locks – not by bending a door and sticking a coat hanger in. Most modern vehicles can deadlock, in which case your coat hanger won’t work anyway. We open vehicles without resorting to force. We can help if you’ve locked your keys in your car or the boot near Ross on Wye, Monmouth, Forest of Dean etc.

If you want you can watch YouTube for how to open your car door with a tennis ball or a potato. It won’t help. You’ll still be locked out.

Ignition barrels and door locks

Vehicle ignition barrels and door locks can be difficult to turn at times. It can be a worn key or wear in the lock itself. Locks are sometimes easily replaced with one or 2 fasteners. Other times changing the ignition lock is more complex, requiring removal of the steering wheel and airbag etc.

Completed Transit lock with un-used wafers.

Car keys and remote key programming

Modern cars have immobilisers. The keys have a transponder inside. If the immobiliser doesn’t detect the correct transponder chip the vehicle will not start. Whilst the metal part of the key can easily be copied (or the lock smashed off), the immo/transponder are more difficult to bypass.

The price depends on the exact year, make, model of the vehicle and the type of remote you need. Send us your VRN, tell us what you need and ask for a quote. Some vehicles can just be plugged into. Other vehicles need dismantling/removal of dashboard, modules and PCB level components.

If you have a Ford Transit, VW Transporter, Fiat Panda, Range Rover Evoque or something unusual, ask us for a quote.

    A remote to suit a VW T5 Transporter is currently £85 for most pre 2012 models. Call or message for a quote for other makes/models. Citroen Relay, Peugeot Boxer remotes and keys can be replaced in genuine and aftermarket versions.

    BMW key programming

    We can perform vehicle diagnostics. We can email or print your results for you to show to a mechanic or garage.

    Should you bother getting a spare car key? That’s up to you. It can be much more expensive if you don’t. If you’re careful you might never need it the spare key. Getting a spare key cut and programmed can save you a lot of drama.

    ford transit door lock
    Ford ignition lock build to match

    What areas do we cover?

    Our auto locksmith (cars and vans) key replacement service covers Ross on Wye, Forest of Dean, Monmouth, Mitcheldean, Coleford, Cinderford, Bream, Lydney, Newent, Chepstow etc. W Gloucestershire, S Herefordshire, E Monmouthshire.

    CNC car key cutting you get a new key cut to correct depths.
    Range Rover and Land Rover compatible remotes
    Land Rover and Range Rover compatible remotes.
    WHAT MAKES CAN WE MAKE KEYS/REMOTES FOR?

    We can do keys and remotes for many models and brands. We can’t do everything -nobody can. Ford, Audi, Dacia, VW, Fiat, BMW (some), Vauxhall, Range Rover, Land Rover, Citroen, Peugeot, Jaguar, Skoda, Seat, Suzuki, Renault, Mazda, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Kia, Mercedes (some), Mini, Alfa Romeo, Suzuki, MG and more.

    We can provide diagnostic reports for most vehicles. This report can be emailed or printed for you to repair yourself or take to your mechanic or garage. New component coding, ABS, and service light resets can be performed. Don’t forget – clearing a fault code light with your cheapo reader isn’t the same thing as clearing the fault!