How Much is My Key Replacement?

New keys are nice for every day use, i.e. less scratching, easier to lock and unlock doors, convenience of remote start, and opening the trunk, but the replacement of these keys has become more expensive and time consuming. Here's the run down:

Unchipped Keys
The keys pictured are the least expensive options, but they can only be purchased for cars that did not originally have a chip embedded in the key. Most keys made after the year 2000 required a chipped key (see below).

The top key is $8.00. The next option is $12.00.

*To get any key at Golling's you must show proof of ownership of the vehicle the key will start. The service or parts adviser will ask you for your title, driver's license and registration before they key is made.


Chipped Keys
The key on the left is the least expensive replacement option for cars with "chipped" keys. A chipped key is a key with a chip in it that connects to the vehicle. This key does not have remote applications like lock and unlock. This key is $60. All chipped keys need to be programmed to work with the individual car they will start, so the car must be on sight for these keys to be made. The charge to have the key programmed is $45. So the total cost for this replacement key is $105. 

To get any key at Golling's you must show proof of ownership of the vehicle the key will start. The service or parts adviser will ask you for your title, driver's license and registration before they key is made. 




*Don't forget this important tip: Your car MUST be with you at the dealership to have the key programmed. The service technicians cannot program a key for your car if the car is not on site, so if you do not have one working key, the car must be towed to the dealership for they key to be made.



The key on the right is the next option. It has remote lock and unlock and trunk open buttons. Its is $160 to purchase and $45 to program ($205). It also comes in a 5 button size, that has more remote options such as remote start and remote convertible top control (for the Chrysler 200 Convertible). All the the keys with remote controls have "Panic" button, which creates a loud noise from you car so that you can find your car in a busy parking lot or so your car can be identified in case of an emergency.

If your vehicle came with this key variation, you have the option of getting the chipped key above if you do not want the remote.

To get any key at Golling's you must show proof of ownership of the vehicle the key will start. The service or parts adviser will ask you for your title, driver's license and registration before they key is made. 

*Don't forget this important tip: Your car MUST be with you at the dealership to have the key programmed. The service technicians cannot program a key for your car if the car is not on site, so if you do not have one working key, the car must be towed to the dealership for they key to be made.Towing charges vary depending on the tow service being used, the car and the location of the car.

The next key option hides the metal part of the key. The base model will have remote unlock, lock and trunk open buttons. The other buttons can be used for other remote features, such as remote start and remote side door open and close features for minivans. This key's "fobik" (the black remote control) is $160. The metal key that fits inside is $28 AND, you guessed it, the programming cost is $45.

If your vehicle came with this key, you have one other option. You can purchase a comparable chipped key without the remote for $36.85. With the programming fee, this options is $81.85.



To get any key made at Golling's you must show proof of ownership of the vehicle. The service or parts adviser will ask you for your title, driver's license and registration before the key is made.




The last variation is called a proximity key.This model allows for the driver to operate the vehicle without using the key, as long as the key is on his/her person. This key's fobik is $160. The metal key is again $28 and the programming (ah, yes) is $45. There are six available buttons for remote features.

If your vehicle came with this variation, there are no other options. If you need a replacement, this is the one you need to buy.

*Don't forget this important tip: Your car MUST be with you at the dealership to have the key programmed. The service technicians cannot program a key for your car if the car is not on site, so if you do not have one working key, the car must be towed to the dealership for the key to be made.

The batteries for the fobiks are $3.00. They usually last 4-5 years.They keep the remote functions operation. If they battery dies, you can temporarily use the key to open the vehicle. Even fobik that appear not to have a metal key, have one inside. There is an unlock latch on the fobik that will release the key if it is needed.

This chart sums up all the key variations, their costs and what is needed for a duplicate key to be made:

Golling's carries all these options daily. Call the Parts Department if you have any questions: 937-276-8060.

*If you purchase a "non-OEM" key and bring it to Golling's to be programmed and cut, we will take every precaution to cut the key correctly, but we cannot guarantee the work. Sometimes the materials used to make the key do not cut well. The cost to cut a key is $13.50. The programming fee is $45.

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