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Old Apr 30, 2013 | 10:35 AM
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Good day all. Am trying to help a friend with the door locks on his 1968 Corvette Coupe. Car has been sitting outside for 15+ years uncovered.....windows up and with doors appearing to be locked. He's found what is believed to be the door key which will rotate to the rear. I believe this locks the door however key will not rotate to the front....unlocking. Knowing the '68 door is unique am looking for suggestions or recommendations for getting door(s) unlocked short of breaking door glass. Of course theres the obvious.....'slim jim' however there are different styles of these.

Anyone been is the same situation, what did you do or what can be done? Thanks in advance for any and all suggestions.
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Door and ignition key should be the same. Turn to the left to lock and to the right to open. Mine has a square handle on it.
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Door and ignition key should be the same. Turn to the left to lock and to the right to open. Mine has a square handle on it.
Thanks for the key thing. Regarding opening, would depend on which side of car one is on.
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Originally Posted by RestoMike
Thanks for the key thing. Regarding opening, would depend on which side of car one is on.
Driver's side.
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Turning the key to the rear of the car, on either side, will unlock the door. Good luck. Lou.
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