2001 Chevrolet Impala
Lost Key - Same-Day Replacement in Santa Barbara County

Q: Is a locksmith cheaper than the Chevrolet dealer?

On Chevrolets, almost always. Chevy dealers commonly charge 350 to 600 or more for a single key replacement depending on the model. A 2023 Bolt EUV owner paid about 415 total for two aftermarket fobs from a mobile locksmith, fully programmed. The dealer equivalent would have been close to 700 or more for two keys. A Silverado owner found a dealer willing to program a customer-supplied Amazon fob for about 80. Most Chevy owners save 30 to 60 percent going with a qualified locksmith.

Q: Does the price include cutting and programming?

Yes. Our price covers everything: the key blank, cutting the emergency blade, programming the transponder and remote functions, running any GM security relearn cycles, and testing before we leave. Chevy dealers typically break this into separate charges. A Silverado owner saw 115 for the fob, 50 for the smart key insert, and 200 for programming, totaling 365 for one key. A dealership parts worker confirmed their store charges over 100 just for the programming session. With us it is one price, everything included.

Q: What battery does the 2001 Chevrolet Impala key fob use?

The 2001 Chevrolet Impala uses a CR2032 battery. You can pick one up at most auto parts stores or pharmacies for a few dollars. When we make a replacement key, we always install a fresh battery so you are starting with a full charge. If your existing Chevy fob is losing range or the push-to-start is intermittent, a new battery is the first thing to try before assuming you need a replacement.

Q: Do you charge a trip fee or service call fee?

No. The price we quote includes mobile service to your location anywhere in the Carpinteria Creek Park area of Carpinteria. There is no trip fee, no service call charge, no mileage add-on. Chevy dealers require you to either drive in with a working key or have the vehicle towed to their service bay. One Chevy owner was told by the dealer to tow the car in and pay 600 per fob. The tow alone adds to your bill before the dealer even touches the key. We come to you and the quote stays the same.

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2001 Chevrolet Impala
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2001 Chevrolet Impala Metal Key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional

If you're reading this because you have zero keys for your 2001 Chevrolet Impala and need help right now, here's what to do. First, find your VIN. It's a 17-character code on the lower driver's side of the windshield, also on your registration and insurance card. Second, have your ID ready because I need to verify ownership before making any key. Third, know where the car is and whether you can stay with it. Then call me.

A customer called from a dimly lit parking structure in Carpinteria at 9pm. He was pretty panicked. His only key to his Impala was gone. He checked his pockets, the car floor, retraced his steps, and came up with nothing. He didn't have his registration on him, couldn't remember what a VIN was, and was about to call a tow truck just to get the car somewhere safe for the night.

I talked him through it on the phone. I told him to look at the base of the windshield, driver's side, and he found the VIN. I told him to check his insurance app for registration, and it was there. With that VIN I already knew his key type and could prep the right blank and chips before leaving. I used my VVDI Key Tool to generate a fresh transponder matched to his car's immobilizer. His fob, FCC ID , was a -button remote that I built and programmed under the parking structure lights. He calmed down a lot once I told him I was on my way with everything I needed.

He drove home that night. His total was 95. The dealer would have charged 200 plus a tow, and they were closed anyway. The VIN is the single most useful piece of information you can give me. It tells me the key type, the immobilizer generation, and what to bring. Text it to me before I arrive and the job gets faster.

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Edelson E.

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“I got locked out of my vehicle and also lost my key. Marco came out, made a new key for my Toyota, and got me back on the road. He was professional, friendly, and clearly knows what he is doing.”

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Kim S.

Jul 2025

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“This is the only locksmith anyone should ever call. I am still shocked at how fast he arrived and the price was hundreds less than other quotes I received. Honest, professional, and extremely efficient.”

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Mark F.

Feb 2024

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“Needed a spare car key made and chose EZ Car Keyz based on their reviews. The reviews were right. They gave me the best price, responded quickly to all my questions, came to my workplace, cut the keys on site, and finished fast.”

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2001 Chevrolet Impala Pricing Questions

Pricing, process, and what's included

How much does a 2001 Chevrolet Impala key replacement cost?▼

With EZ Car Keyz, a metal key for the 2001 Chevrolet Impala runs around 95. That includes the key, cutting, programming, and mobile service to your location. The Chevrolet dealer typically charges 200 or more once you add up the fob, cutting, programming labor, and diagnostic fees. A Silverado owner was quoted more than 600 just to add a spare key at the dealer. A Bolt owner saw a dealer quote of 495 per fob. Our quote on the phone is the price you pay.

Is a locksmith cheaper than the Chevrolet dealer?▼

Does the price include cutting and programming?▼

What battery does the 2001 Chevrolet Impala key fob use?▼

Do you charge a trip fee or service call fee?▼

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