7 replies to this topic

[mdlcrd@gmail.com]

I know this is a long shot.     

 

I have a 1987 mini with the original locking gas cap.     It only has 1 key.    I have tried to duplicate it with no luck.     Anyone know where I can get an extra key?   Or even a key blank would be ok.   

 

The number on the key is J042.

 

I guess if I had to, I could just get a new locking cap with 2 keys.    Or get rid of the lock completely.

 

Any ideas?

 

Michael

1987 Mini

 

Oh, by the way, I am located in the USA.

 

[Steam]

Surely a key cutting place or a locksmith could provide a spare key from the one you have?

[Mr.greenPullover]

Like this?

 

https://www.codedkey...j-j-series-keys

or

 

https://www.keytrade...-J001-J224.html

 

But any decent key cutting service should be able to provide (or order*) a matching blank and cut it.

 

 

*often Mini key blank are somewhat special, especially ignition keys blanks are rarely in stock over here [germany]...

[MatthewsDad]

There are a few good classic car key businesses on eBay. They might be able to match your key number.

[MikeRotherham]

I replaced my petrol cap keys here:

 

https://www.replacem...eries-keys.html

 

I don't know if it helps though with you living in the US.

 

It does appear that they ship world wide.

Edited by MikeRotherham, 21 May 2026 - 03:45 PM.

[mdlcrd@gmail.com]

Thank you everyone!     I have one coming to me from the UK.   

 

Michael

[4130]

I know this is a long shot.

I have a 1987 mini with the original locking gas cap. It only has 1 key. I have tried to duplicate it with no luck. Anyone know where I can get an extra key? Or even a key blank would be ok.

The number on the key is J042.

I guess if I had to, I could just get a new locking cap with 2 keys. Or get rid of the lock completely.

Any ideas?

Michael
1987 Mini

Oh, by the way, I am located in the USA.

[4130]

In the US, I've used triple-c.com for coded and blank keys. He's very knowledgeable and helpful.