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Old Sep 8, 2011 | 01:19 PM
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Lost both keys for 98 vette. What would be cheapest way to go.
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Old Sep 8, 2011 | 01:26 PM
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WOW I don't know the cheapest way to go - I think your first opton would be to talk to the dealer and see if they can track down the key information. If not, then the only way to go MAY be to replace the cylinders....

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Go to a Chevy dealer with VIN and proof of ownership. Get keycode. Go to locksmith and get key cut for $10 bucks........... Actually, get 2or 3 cut.lol
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Originally Posted by GHOST66
Go to a Chevy dealer with VIN and proof of ownership. Get keycode. Go to locksmith and get key cut for $10 bucks........... Actually, get 2or 3 cut.lol
Sounds like a reasonable solution.
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Old Sep 8, 2011 | 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by GHOST66
Go to a Chevy dealer with VIN and proof of ownership. Get keycode. Go to locksmith and get key cut for $10 bucks........... Actually, get 2or 3 cut.lol
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Did you lose the key fobs as well....
eBay to the rescue..... !
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What about the little black chip on each key that unlocks doors right when u pull key out.
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Thats part of the key info. Its the Vats pellet, there are about 20 different ones, but all you need to know is the # for the one that works with your car. Once you have the number, get the key, anyone can cut it.
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