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mazzon
05-09-2019, 01:39 PM
Need some help. Bought a package deal with some cars. But no Keys.

One is a 1996 mustang GT with 90k on the clock, original owner passed away. Keys missing.

Any idea how to get a key made? Any lock smiths you guys know that will do the work?

Also have a 1949 buick i need keys for as well, but that one might be a bit easier.
Minaccia
05-09-2019, 02:42 PM
You may be able to give a Ford dealer the VIN and they can get you keys.
mazzon
05-09-2019, 02:45 PM
You may be able to give a Ford dealer the VIN and they can get you keys.

unfortunately they don't do anything older than 98. I've tried 2 dealers - both said the same thing
Minaccia
05-09-2019, 02:50 PM
Fast Ed may be able to help you he is a member here.


unfortunately they don't do anything older than 98. I've tried 2 dealers - both said the same thing
fast Ed
05-09-2019, 02:52 PM
More than 10 model years old, Ford doesn't have the key code info available unfortunately.

A mobile locksmith is going to be your best bet.


cheers
Ed
hammerhead
05-09-2019, 02:53 PM
I had keys made once at a local car shop in Brampton not sure how they did it without a key - failing that you could change the ignition tumbler with a new one which will come with keys or you can try to get a tumbler an keys from a wrecker -
RedSN
05-09-2019, 03:01 PM
why not just replace the key cylinders?

https://lmr.com/item/LRS-1560/Mustang-Ignition-Door-Lock-Set-94-95
hammerhead
05-09-2019, 03:07 PM
I said that in French lol or maybe it was old English
RedSN
05-09-2019, 03:09 PM
treed by hammerhead.
I spent too much time looking for the link.
hammerhead
05-09-2019, 03:21 PM
treed by hammerhead.
I spent too much time looking for the link.

Lol that's happened to me a few times only with spelling errors - still might be able to get one at the dealer - last time I ordered from LMR shipping was almost the cost of what I purchased ouch!
mazzon
05-10-2019, 01:48 PM
why not just replace the key cylinders?

https://lmr.com/item/LRS-1560/Mustang-Ignition-Door-Lock-Set-94-95

Mine is a 96, first year with PATS. Not sure if thats an issue.
ZR
05-10-2019, 01:51 PM
As said above, mobile key service can help you out.
mazzon
05-10-2019, 04:19 PM
As said above, mobile key service can help you out.

I have called about 35 locksmiths which all say they need the security code in order to cut a key. If I replace the ignition do i need to do anything with the PATS system?
fast Ed
05-10-2019, 04:28 PM
Keys need to be programmed to the vehicle. If the mobile service can't do that, once they have keys made for you that have the transponder chip, you will have to get it towed to a shop that has the equipment to access the security system to program in the new keys.
FABMAN
05-10-2019, 07:48 PM
Lol that's happened to me a few times only with spelling errors - still might be able to get one at the dealer - last time I ordered from LMR shipping was almost the cost of what I purchased ouch!

I always order from LMR (in fact I should probably block them from sending me more emails)...lol

There are a couple of services you can use now to reduce shipping costs. Try cross border pickups