Something a little different – Aston Martin

Customer locked their keys in the boot of their Aston Martin. We opened it for them after their recovery service couldn’t do it. Not a car I see much in the Forest of Dean. Maybe not as luxurious as the Rolls Royce I opened once, but certainly more powerful.

Aston Martin - non destructive entry keys lock in car

Although the car may be a beast, it uses the same type keys and locks as an old Ford Transit. Using other manufacturer’s locks fairly common in the car industry. Smaller manufacturers will often buy in locks from a larger manufacturer or from their parent company.

An auto locksmith has specific tools to open vehicles without damage. A recovery company may just bend the door open and try poking something in to pull a button or handle. The latter may damage the door, crack the glass, and probably won’t open a newer vehicle.