Gaucho KeysIf you've lost the only key to your car, don't panic and don't pay to tow it anywhere yet. A mobile locksmith can usually come to where the car is parked and make you a new working key on the spot.
First, take a breath and check the obvious spots
Before you call anyone, do a quick search. Keys hide in coat pockets, between couch cushions, in other bags, or with someone else in the household. It happens more than you'd think, and a two-minute look can save you a service call.
If the key is really gone
Once you're sure the key is lost, here's the thing most people don't realize: you don't need a spare to get back on the road. As long as I can confirm the car is yours, I can make a brand-new key from scratch, including the chip and remote if your vehicle uses them.
Most makes and models from 2000 and newer are covered. Tell me your year, make and model and I can confirm whether yours is one I can do and give you a price before I head out.
What it costs
Lost car key replacement starts from $200. If your vehicle uses a transponder (chip) key or a remote fob, programming is part of the job, and that part depends on the specific vehicle, so I'll quote it once I know what you're driving. The price is agreed up front and you only pay once the new key actually works.
What I'll need from you
Because I'm making a key that starts your car, I confirm the vehicle is yours before any work begins. It's just our standard procedure to keep everything legitimate.
- Your vehicle registration
- A matching photo ID
- The year, make and model of the car
- Where it's parked, so I can come to you
Why mobile beats towing
Going through a dealership for a lost-only key usually means arranging a tow, then waiting, since the car can't drive itself there. With a mobile service I come to your home, your work, or the roadside anywhere in Winnipeg and the surrounding area, and the car stays right where it is.
Payment is whatever's easiest for you: Visa, Mastercard, Interac e-Transfer, or cash. Price is set before I start and there are no hidden fees.
Frequently asked questions
- Can you make a car key if I've lost my only one?
- Yes. As long as I can confirm the car is yours with registration and matching photo ID, I can make a new key from scratch, including the chip and remote if needed, for most makes and models from 2000 and newer.
- Do I need to tow my car somewhere?
- No. I'm a mobile locksmith, so I come to wherever the car is parked in Winnipeg or the surrounding area and make the key there. No towing required.
- How much does a lost car key cost?
- Lost car key replacement starts from $200. If your car needs chip or remote programming, that part depends on the vehicle, so I'll give you a price up front once I know your year, make and model.
Need a car key, fob or lockout in Winnipeg?
Mobile auto locksmith — we come to you, 7 days a week.