Three button Commodore key shell pair for VS to WL models
Covering seven generations of Holden remote keys
Holden used the three button remote case across a long stretch of the Commodore and Statesman story, and this pack suits the VS, VX, VY, VZ, WH, WK and WL series. Those cars are now anywhere from fifteen to nearly thirty years old, so original key casings with split halves, faded buttons and loose blades are the norm rather than the exception. Swapping the housing returns the key to a solid, clean unit while the proven electronics inside keep doing their job. A solid casing also protects the circuit board, which a cracked case leaves exposed to pocket lint and moisture, and most owners describe the changeover as a ten-minute job. If your Commodore uses the two button style instead, the Holden 2 button key shell VS VT VX is the matching part.
Keep your electronics, skip the programming bill
The whole appeal of a shell replacement is avoiding the cost and hassle of coding a new remote to an older vehicle. You move the internal board and your cut key blade from the battered original into this fresh three button case, and the car is none the wiser — the immobiliser and remote locking respond exactly as they did yesterday. That sidesteps the typical fee a locksmith would charge for coding a brand-new remote to these older Holdens. The shells are made to fit the genuine Holden component dimensions, so the board seats properly and the buttons line up with the contacts underneath.
Options for the rest of the garage
With two shells in the pack, both the everyday key and the backup get refreshed in one session. For Commodores where the blade itself is worn, the Holden 3 button remote shell with uncut key includes a blank blade ready for cutting. Mixed-brand households are looked after too — the catalogue runs from a Hyundai 4 button flip key shell for i30 i40 ix35 through to Toyota, Mazda and Ford fitments, all organised by button count and model years. Sorting several vehicles in one order keeps postage down and the glovebox spares consistent.
Why The Remote Factory is the right place to buy
An Australian-based operation specialising in replacement key fobs and remotes, The Remote Factory understands exactly which shell suits which Holden generation — guidance is a quick email to contact@theremotefactory.com.au away. All stock dispatches within 24 hours of ordering, and the standard service delivers in one to five working days nationally, or two to eight working days over to New Zealand. Every purchase carries a 30-day return policy, and you can pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Shop Pay or Apple Pay when you check out. It is a painless way to keep an ageing Holden key fleet in good order.
Frequently asked questions
Which Holden models and years use this three button key shell?
The shell suits the three button remote key style fitted across the Holden Commodore VS, VX, VY and VZ, along with the WH, WK and WL Statesman and Caprice series. The reliable check is to compare your current key with the photos: if it is the same three button shape, your electronics and blade will transfer into this case without modification.
Does the swap affect my car's immobiliser or remote locking?
No. Your original circuit board and transponder stay in service — they are simply rehoused in the new shell together with your existing cut blade. The vehicle keeps recognising the same signals it always has, so locking, the immobiliser and starting all work immediately after the swap. There is no programming step and no need to involve a dealership or locksmith.
My key blade is worn as well — can I still use this product?
This particular pack supplies shells without blades, so it is intended for keys whose blade is still serviceable. If your blade is worn, bent or broken, consider the version of this shell that includes an uncut key blank, which a locksmith can cut to match your locks. Otherwise, a locksmith can also fit a new blade to this blank shell.
What payment methods can I use for this order?
The Remote Factory accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Shop Pay and Apple Pay at checkout. Once paid, your order is dispatched within 24 hours and standard delivery takes one to five working days within Australia, or two to eight working days to New Zealand. A 30-day return policy applies if the shell does not suit your key.
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