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Spare Car Keys Cut & Programmed in Stockport

Can We Make Your Spare Key?

Already have a working key? That is usually the best time to arrange a spare. Depending on the vehicle, we may be able to offer a full remote, smart key or lower-cost non-button spare. Battery replacement and refurbishment are also available if your existing key is worn, damaged or needs a fresh battery.

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Made In Store

Many spare car keys can be cut, programmed and tested here in Edgeley, without sending the job away.

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Key Options

Where suitable, choose a full button remote or a lower-cost non-button spare that will still start the car.

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Fully Tested

The cut, starting and remote functions that apply are checked with the vehicle before the key is handed over.

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Check your car before you make the trip

Choose your make, model and year for a quick first indication of whether we’re likely to help and the best next step.

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Useful first check See whether we’re likely to help and what the best next step is.
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Full remote or lower-cost spare If your vehicle allows it, a non-button spare can cost less and still start the car.
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Checked properly in store Bring your working key and vehicle in so we can confirm the correct option for your car.
Why check before you travel?
A quick first check can save a wasted trip — and help us point you towards the sensible option.

Car key systems can change within the same model and year. This checker helps establish whether we’re likely to help, whether a simpler spare may be worth considering, and what we need from you next.

✓ Check likely availability first ✓ See if a lower-cost non-button spare may suit ✓ Bring your key and vehicle in for the final check
Availability guide, not a quote. Exact key versions can overlap within a model year, so final confirmation is based on the actual vehicle and key.
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New Keys Programmed

From practical non-button spares to full remote and smart keys, we can cut and program keys for many makes and models. Bring the vehicle and your working key so we can confirm the correct option.

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Battery Replacement

Most done in minutes, with the key checked after fitting.


If a new battery doesn't solve the problem, we'll explain the likely next step.

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Key Refurbishing — New Case, Cut Blade + Battery

We transfer your working electronics into a new case, supply and cut a new blade, fit a fresh battery and test the finished key.

How it Works...

Illustrative image showing a customer checking a car key on our website, representing the first step — check your cars make model and year to see if we can help.

1. Check Your Vehicle

Use the checker above for a quick indication of whether we’re likely to help and what the next step is.

2. Bring Your Key & Vehicle In

Bring your working key and vehicle into the shop so we can confirm the correct key and explain the available options.

3. Cut, Program & Test

Once you’re happy with the option and price, we make the key and test it with the vehicle before handover.

Car Key Cutting & Programming FAQs

  • 1. Can you make a spare car key for my car?

    We can cut and program spare keys for many makes and models. Use the vehicle checker above for a quick first indication, then bring your working key and vehicle into the shop so we can confirm the correct option.

  • 2. Do I need to bring the car and my working key?

    For a new programmed key, yes. Please bring the vehicle and every working key you want to keep so we can identify the correct setup, cut the key and complete any programming or testing required.

  • 3. Can I get a cheaper spare without remote buttons?

    On some vehicles, yes. A non-button spare can cost less than another full remote while still unlocking and starting the vehicle. We’ll tell you if that option is available for your car.

  • 4. Can you make remote and smart car keys?

    We can supply and program remote and smart keys for many vehicles. Coverage varies by make, model, year and key system, so use the checker above or bring the vehicle and working key into the shop for confirmation.

  • 5. How long does a spare car key take?

    It depends on the vehicle and key type. Some are relatively straightforward while others need additional programming or security steps. We’ll explain the likely time before any work is started.

  • Can you refurbish my existing car key?

    If the electronics are working correctly, we can often refurbish the key with a new replacement case, a newly cut blade and a fresh battery while retaining the original electronics. Electronic PCB, microswitch and solder repairs are not included.

  • 7. Can you replace my car key battery?

    Yes. We replace car key batteries and can check the key at the same time. Most straightforward battery replacements are completed in minutes.

You Don’t Always Need Another Full Remote

Already have one working remote? On many vehicles, a simpler programmed non-button key can be a lower-cost way to keep a useful spare. It won’t operate the remote central locking, but where supported it can still unlock and start the vehicle.

If your existing key has a worn case or blade, or simply needs a new battery, refurbishment may be a more economical option than replacing the complete key.

Quick Notes

  • If your key is very worn or corroded we’ll recommend refurbishing to protect the electronics and improve longevity.

  • Some vehicles require vehicle presence or specific security steps — if so we’ll explain the process and timing before work starts.

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