Holden Commodore VE key shell twin pack for SS, SSV, SV6 and HSV
Restoring a tired VE Commodore key
VE-era Commodore keys are now well over a decade old, and most survivors show it: shiny worn buttons, cracked cases and hinges held together with hope. This pack supplies two fresh housings matching the factory button layout for VE SS, SSV, SV6 and HSV models, so the key in your pocket can look and feel right again. The shells are blank cases – your existing circuit board and electronics transfer across, meaning the car's programming is untouched and the key keeps working exactly as it did, just without the gaffer-tape aesthetic. For owners keeping a VE SS or HSV in good condition, a crisp key also helps the car present well at resale time, since a battered key is one of the first things a buyer notices during an inspection.
Fitting the shell at home
Swapping into a new case is a job most owners handle themselves: open the old key, move the internals into the new housing, and have the fresh blade cut by a locksmith or dealer to match your original. The ABS construction is firm and built for daily use, protecting the electronics from further knocks. With two shells in the pack, you can refresh the main key now and bank the second for the spare key – or for the next time the first shell wears through. Take a photo of the internals before removing them so the circuit board sits back in exactly the same orientation, and keep track of any small rubber button pads that need to move across too.
Other Commodore key styles in the range
Holden changed key designs across generations, so match yours carefully. A variant with an extra alarm button is available as the Holden Commodore remote key shell with panic button, while owners of earlier VS, VT, VX, VY and WH vehicles need the Holden Commodore 2 button remote key shell VS VT VX. There is also an alternative VE-style pack, the Holden Commodore remote key shell VE SS SSV SV6, if you want to compare button arrangements against your current key. Holding the old and new shells side by side before cutting the blade is a quick final check.
The Remote Factory – built for exactly this purchase
Sourcing Commodore key parts from a general marketplace is a lottery; The Remote Factory, by contrast, is an Australian store that specialises in key fobs and replacement remotes. This VE shell pack ships within 24 hours of ordering, with standard delivery around one to five working days Australia-wide and two to eight working days across the Tasman. You can check out with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Shop Pay or Apple Pay, and a 30-day return policy applies if the shell style does not match your key – contact@theremotefactory.com.au handles any questions.
Frequently asked questions
Will my Commodore need reprogramming after I swap shells?
No. These are replacement housings only, so your original circuit board and remote electronics move across into the new case unchanged. The car recognises the same internals it always has, which means no dealer visit and no reprogramming cost. The only professional step is having the new key blade cut to match your original at a locksmith or dealership.
Which Holden models does this key shell suit?
The pack is designed for Holden Commodore VE SS, SSV, SV6 and HSV keys, with a button layout matched to the factory design for those models. If your Commodore is an earlier VS, VT, VX, VY or WH, or your key includes a panic button, those use different cases – the store stocks separate shells for each style, so compare your key before ordering.
Is the key blade in the shell already cut?
The shells come with blank blades that need cutting before use. Any automotive locksmith or Holden dealer can copy the cut from your existing key in a few minutes for a modest fee. Until the blade is cut, the remote buttons will still function once your electronics are installed, but the physical key will not turn your locks or ignition.
Can I pay with PayPal, and what if the shell does not fit?
Yes – PayPal is accepted alongside Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Shop Pay and Apple Pay. If the case style turns out not to match your key, the 30-day return policy has you covered. Get in touch at contact@theremotefactory.com.au with your order number and photos of your key, and the team will sort a return or suggest the correct shell.
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