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Lost Ignition Key for 2003 Chevy Impala?

How much is the usual price to replace the lost key and how to tell if it is a coded key or not. Have the spare set, lost the one ignition key. Do you have to go to a dealer, or can you buy them someplace else.

Update:

How can I tell if it has a microchip. Looks just like a regular key to me, has a black plastic top, but so did my old 78 chevette.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    I'm assuming you have a regular key, and not something with fancy electronics in it.

    If you have the spare set, you can get a copy made at most hardware stores, although the last time I did that, the new key was a little cloogy. It only cost a few bucks.

    If it's an electronic key, you'll probably have to go to the dealer, and it might cost around $250.

  • 1 decade ago

    The dealer or a reputable locksmith can make a new key. However, you probably will have to produce a valid id and registration for security reasons. The key can be cut at the dealer by the VIN.

  • 5 years ago

    Well to be honest with you it would be a great idea if you could get your own mechanic or someone you trust to get the Impala up on a rack to inspect the car for potential problems. That way you're safe & you don't end up paying for a ton of repairs later on. Plus I think it's a good deal from what you've described BUT sometimes in life when it seems too good to be true it's usually not a good deal. Just my 2 sense. Good luck.

  • 1 decade ago

    carry the vin number and vehicle registrtion to gm dealer to get key cut. they should have info for what the chip code for that car is.if it has a chip.

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  • 1 decade ago

    yep you have to go to the dealer. you know if its coded if it has a microchip on it.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    go only to dealer as they code it right everyone codes it wrong and you dont get moneyback for there screw up

    Source(s): gm tech
  • 5 years ago

    how much for new key

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