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I've recently been told that my car's spare key is going to cost me up to £200 or more due to Fiat code system which has something to do with a chip inside the key. Please could you help solve this problem or advise me how I may get a cheaper price? My car is a Fiat Punto hlx jtd.

Asked on 3 October 2010 by hayleyone1

Answered by Honest John
Click on Useful Websites, then Specialists, then scroll down to Keys and Locksmiths.
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