[V8] lost key

[Mark J. Besso]

Kent,

If the locks on the car are original then you should be able to order a 
key from your local dealer by providing your VIN.

If you doubt their originality then your best way is to remove a door 
handle and use that lock cylinder to determine the cut of the key.

As far as getting into the locked car--any chance you're a AAA member?  
They'll do it for you for free.  If not, try calling a local locksmith 
and see if they provide the service.  They'll probably be able to cut 
the key for you at the same time.

The tennis ball method was "busted" by the Mythbusters: 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ1jfhaL3Ec (Sorry Bob)

~MB


On 4/18/2011 6:18 AM, Kent McLean wrote:
> I have/had one key for my '90 Avant converted with a V8. When I took a 
> job in
> NY 6 months ago, my significant other asked for the key in case the 
> car needed
> to be moved. Now I can't find my key, and she denies I gave it to her.
>
> So, what to do?  I tried briefly to fish a jimmy through the window 
> stripping, but not knowing what it looks like behind the door, I 
> couldn't feel something
> to hook onto to lift the door lock.
>
> Does anyone have a picture of the interior of the Type 44/V8 door?
>
> I figure once I get the door open, I can remove the cylinder and take 
> it to the local locksmith.
>
> Any other suggestions to open the door and make a key?
>
> Thanks.
>