Replace ignition barrel and key

[davecvscommodore]

In what appears to be an instance of OldTimers, I've put down the key to our 96 VS wagon and it's evaporated into thin air.
What's involved in replacing key/barrel and I'll presume a recode of the key to the car as well?

[The1]

remove the old barrel and take to a locksmith, they can get a new one and set for your existing key. Some locksmiths will come onsite and do this for you.

[davecvscommodore]

Only had the one key that was supplied when we bought the car, so it will be either a new key for existing barrel or new barrel/key....

[The1]

easier to get barrel fixed and redone for existing key cost me about $80 last time from memory , otherwise you will need a new locks for doors,boot, etc etc.