There are a number of important factors that will impact on the cost of your new car key.

The typical fully inclusive price that most motorists pay for their replacement remote control car key locking fob, is normally somewhere between 100 and 200 pounds (this assumes the driver has lost all their keys and needs roadside assistance).

The price that you pay will vary depending on a number of factors:

What make, model & age is your motor?

Every car manufacturer uses different technology to protect the security of their vehicles. That means we can supply replacement keys and programme them to the vehicle at a much lower cost for some makes and models than others. How old your vehicle is can also make a big difference, as manufacturers typically change the technology used inside their car keys every few years. Sometimes a very old model of car can have a more expensive replacement car key cost than the very latest vehicles.

Do you only need a basic car key which starts your car – or do you need a remote control fob with buttons to lock the doors?

Customers on a tight budget often opt to save money by just buying the cheapest car key which starts their vehicle and allows them to start driving. However, please do remember that ALL car keys, even very basic ones with no buttons or battery inside still need a security transponder chip to be programmed to your vehicle. Other motorists prefer to replace the remote control fob the car was supplied with when new. Your preference will impact on the price you pay.

Sometimes, car owners need to choose the more expensive remote fob key because of the car manufacturer’s alarm.

Have you lost all your car keys or do you just need a spare?