Spare car keys — mobile cutting & programming across Cheshire & Staffordshire
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Getting a spare car key is one of those jobs that always feels easy to put off — until the day your only key goes missing. Auto Key Direct makes it straightforward: we come to you with your existing key present, cut and programme a fully working duplicate on-site, and leave you with the peace of mind of a backup. Fixed price, no dealer visit, at a time that suits you.
How the spare key service works
Contact
us
Fill the form with your vehicle make, model and year. We give you a fixed price for the service.
Book your service
We agree a convenient time — at your home, workplace, or anywhere in Cheshire or Staffordshire
Spare Key Cut & Programmed
Wattends on-site, cuts and programmes a spare car key to your vehicle
The entire process typically takes 30 to 60 minutes on-site. You keep your original key and leave with a fully functional spare.
Important: A working original key must be present at the time of the appointment. If you have lost all keys, please see our All Keys Lost service.
Why get a spare key now?
Most drivers only think about a spare key after they've lost their only one. By then, the situation is more complicated and more expensive — especially if there is no working key to programme from.
Here's why getting a spare key now makes sense:
- Cost protection — a spare key costs the same whether you book it today or after losing your key. But after losing it, you'll also face the inconvenience of being without transport.
- Faster recovery — if you lose your main key, a spare means you're back on the road instantly rather than waiting for a replacement service.
- Cheaper than a dealer spare — main dealers charge £200–£400+ for a spare key. Our mobile service starts from £80, with no travel required on your part.
- Particularly important for older vehicles — the older a vehicle gets, the harder it can be to source compatible key blanks. Getting a spare made while the car is running smoothly is always easier than in a crisis.
Key types we duplicate and Pricing
We cover most makes and models on UK roads. Call with your vehicle registration to confirm availability for your specific car.
Standard transponder key - ✅ Yes
Remote flip key - ✅ Yes
Smart / proximity key - ✅ Yes
Key card - ✅ Yes
Spare car key cutting and programming is priced between £80 and £160, depending on your vehicle make, model, and key type. This is a fixed quote confirmed before we attend — no call-out fees, no hidden charges.
This compares very favourably with main dealer pricing, which typically starts at £300 and can reach £400+ for smart and proximity key systems.
Areas we cover
Cheshire:
Staffordshire:
Shropshire:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can you cut and programme a spare key at my home?
Yes — fully mobile. We come to you with a working key present and produce a duplicate on-site.
Do I need a working key for this service?
Yes — a working original must be present. No original key? See our [All Keys Lost service]
How much does a spare car key cost?
Between £80 and £160 — fixed quote confirmed before we attend.
Is it worth getting a spare key?
Yes — it's the same cost now as a replacement later, but avoids all the inconvenience of being without transport.
Our happy customers
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