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Mobile Locksmith vs Dealership — Why You Save Time & Money

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Mobile Locksmith vs Dealership — Why You Save Time & Money

Lost your car key or locked out? You may be wondering whether to call the dealership or a mobile locksmith. Here’s why more Aussie drivers are choosing the mobile option — and saving big.

⌛ 1. Dealerships Are Slow and Expensive

Most dealerships:

  • Require you to tow your car in

  • Take 2–7 days to order or program new keys

  • Charge higher prices for service & parts

Not ideal when you’re stuck somewhere, right?

🚐 2. Mobile Locksmith = Fast, On-Site, Affordable

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Licensed mobile locksmiths (like us):

  • Come to you — no towing needed

  • Replace, cut & program your car key on the spot

  • Are available 24/7, even weekends and holidays

  • Often beat dealership pricing by 30–50%

We carry tools, software, and blank keys for most car makes and models.

💸 3. Real-World Example

Licensed mobile locksmiths (like us):

  • Come to you — no towing needed

  • Replace, cut & program your car key on the spot

  • Are available 24/7, even weekends and holidays

  • Often beat dealership pricing by 30–50%

We carry tools, software, and blank keys for most car makes and models.


 

A driver in Sydney lost a smart key. The dealership quoted $750 and a 3-day wait (plus towing).
We did it in under 1 hour for $420, with no tow, no delay.

✅ 4. Pros of Choosing Mobile Locksmith Over Dealer

FeatureDealershipMobile Locksmith
Wait Time2–7 Days15–60 Mins
Towing RequiredOften❌ Never
On-Site Service❌ No✅ Yes
Smart Key Programming✅ Yes (Slow)✅ Yes (Fast)
CostHighLower (Price Beat)

Sydney · Melbourne · Brisbane · Gold Coast

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FAQ - Lost Car Key

Yes, we service most car brands in Australia — smart keys, traditional keys, remotes, and transponders.


They can be, but we offer a price beat guarantee, and we’re still faster and cheaper than most dealerships.

Typically 30–60 minutes once the technician arrives (though time may vary depending on key type and car model).

Yes — we support a wide range of makes and models, including older vehicles and modern cars with transponder keys or keyless‑entry systems. We have the necessary tools and expertise for both traditional and advanced key types.

Absolutely — we offer 24/7 mobile service. Just call us and we’ll dispatch a technician to your location. No need for towing or dealership visits.