My only set of keys to my 86 XJS went out with the trash this AM accidentally, anyone deal with this before? Feeling a little gut punched right now.

 

Yes.

Over the years I've inadvertently thrown out lots of things I wanted to keep...including, just recently, some parts for my XJ6-XJ12 conversion project. Gah!

Admitting the mistake is a good first step so you're well on your way to recovery.



Cheers
DD

 

As for the keys you *might* be able to get key codes from the local Jag dealer and, using the codes, get new keys cut.

I'm not sure how long corporate Jaguar keeps such records and/or if dealers still have a way of accessing them.

Lacking that, remove the ignition lock cylinder and one door lock cylinder and take 'em to a locksmith and have new keys made

Cheers
DD

 

Ha! My wife's mistake not mine! I got the key code off the back of the ignition and we'll see if the locksmith can cut one with that.

 

Jaguar keep all the key codes for XJS. In the UK, if you show ownership of the car, they'll cut new keys for you. The service used to be provided by Jaguar Heritage. Try giving them a call.

Paul

 

JT:


Oh me!!


But, listen up. Wifey's error is your error and vice versa. Been there,
both ways!!!


I do have a spare set of keys for a lot of things "stashed" away.
One of those unwritten laws. If you have it, you will not need it.
the converse is equally true !!!


Make a spare set !!!!!


Carl

 

I've got to have an initial set b4 I can get a spare! I stopped by the LS today with the code. Got to order some blanks today, should be on the road by midweek. Just closed on my XJR100 today so I'll play with that for a while!

 

oddly
mine had to have a set made so I could buy it... some one broke in the dealer and stole all the keys and took one of the cars (mustang) for a joy ride and all the keys... so my original key are tied up in some evidence locker some where...


still need a gas cap key: locksmith says he can do it for $45

 

On your model year, that should be the same as the door key, or have you changed out the cap ?

 

I am so glad to hear that I thought they might....
as the door key they supplied is uncut on the end that goes into the gas cap...
the lock smith here did a jiggle and cut...
for all the keys takes a little skill... the tibe key for starting the car would work on the trunk and glove box... not the ignition: took another day before I could drive the car away
so I will have them fix the door keys to work with the gas cap...


nee to get them to do a valet key too...

 

As has already been said many times. You can go to a Jaguar dealer and they can pull up all the specs on your car, including the key numbers. Get them to order a new set for you.

 

When asked, my local Jaguar dealership stated they didn't offer that service.

 

Well l just got the numbers off of 1991 facelift with the last 6 numbers of the VIN from my local dealer. Original keys l got off fleabay.

 

They are just being difficult. There is even a part number for that. If you have proof of ownership and the VIN any dealer can get keys for you. (If they want to).
If this fails send an email explaining your problem to the good people at Jaguar Classic parts. And they will cut and send you the keys, including the valet if needed.
Genuine Jaguar Parts and Jaguar Accessories for classic Jaguars from Jaguar Classic Parts UK

 

...and phone Jaguar Public Relations up and report that dealer. It's the only way that dealers can be made to accept their client relationship responsibilities.

Paul

 

Thanks for the information Malc, my local dealer (in UK) provided me with radio code with proof of ownership but referred me to a locksmith for spare key for my 93 model

 

the mobile deal was very happy to talk to me... they told me they can do the round ign. keys but they are un able to do the flat keys... and the price for the TIBE key they gave me, took me aback... $10 us... so I told them I would drive over Memorial Day...

I later told my wife and then she considered it and told me we were going today.... after she got some rest....

I still have to get the door key cut to lock/unlock the fuel cap (on a convertible)

 

Now didn't I give you a link to a flat door key on ebay and with the key code l gave you get a door/fuel key for your car from a Jag dealer or Jaguar classic parts....don't know why l bother......

 

But some one had done naughty to the car before I got it and the ing code would not work he had to dupe the one I had it's code started with a 2
It was completely different from what it should have been

He looked up the code with my vin also and he got the same codes you supplied and he told me that it was.a white w blue interior convertible before I brought it around to the service area

I now have 3 ign keys
Will work in two weeks on the gas key

13.5 mpg on the way to the dealer
12.5 full round trip
Intra-city traffic and all
New tires were good
One or two blast high speed

 

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