My wife reported that she had heard a discussion on a talk show about the cost of replacement keys for newer Japanese Luxury cars. The gist was that replacement keys for a Lexus (Accura, etc) ran between 2 and 4 thousand bucks. Reason given was the patent protected electronics involved.
1) True or false?
2) If ture, does that apply to my 2002 LS430?
I just got my first Lexus, 02 LS430, and it came with one original key. I'd like to get a couple of spares made and was looking on e-bay for the non-OEM as a couple of theads said that the plastic was better. My question is which key do I purchase? There seems to be a short and a long key. I don't want to make a mistake. Any suggestions? Also, any recommendations on non dealer Lexus service in the NYC area? It has 35K on it and I'd like to change all the fluids. Thank you.
Cost Of Replacement Keys
in 90 - 00 Lexus LS400
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