Broken car keys

[neK]

I was starting my car today, and when i turned the key, the stupid thing cracked.

Does anyone know if its covered under warranty or how much it will cost me to fix?

I know toyota charge heaps to replace the key with an integrated remote (i could of sworn someone told me $200+ , but ive got everything here and all i need replacing is the plastic cover bits, however one of the plastic bits is stuck with the key).

Ive got my spare key to use, but i would like to have another incase this happens again the future.

I wonder if i could argue that it is deemed to be defective and has not lived up to the standard usability period?

Edited December 30, 2006 by neK

[IMB055]

Mate, there is a guy on ebay who can get you the key blank (housing and key blade section) for about $35 posted. I have used one myself and Mr Minit cut it for me and it is perfect. If he isn't around anymore let me know as I will have his details somewhere.

(My reason for replacement was more vain - the old one had a few scratches on it and I had only just bought my Sportivo and didn't want to be carting around an old looking key!)

:D Nothing like starting life in a new forum with a useful post! Happy new year!

[Jimz]

I've recentely bought these to replace my broken key.

[Saiya]

I've recentely bought these to replace my broken key.

Good find, let us know how it fits, but looking at the pic, looks exactly the same as the original.

[Jimz]

I've recentely bought these to replace my broken key.

Good find, let us know how it fits, but looking at the pic, looks exactly the same as the original.

I fitted pretty good.. not as perfect as the originals..though.. but for $35 I cant complain..

[selyaT]

Mate, there is a guy on ebay who can get you the key blank (housing and key blade section) for about $35 posted. I have used one myself and Mr Minit cut it for me and it is perfect. If he isn't around anymore let me know as I will have his details somewhere.

(My reason for replacement was more vain - the old one had a few scratches on it and I had only just bought my Sportivo and didn't want to be carting around an old looking key!)

:D Nothing like starting life in a new forum with a useful post! Happy new year!

Welcome!

My car only came with 1 key... :(

Ken you broke it 'cos you're such a beast in the gym and you're just TOO axe! Haha

[shmicko]

Can you still get the key cut @ Mr. Minnit if the key has been cracked?