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They can, but they don't really need to. They can make keys for the car by looking up its VIN and seeing what key pattern is associated with it. For that matter, most people who repossess cars are only briefly slowed by not having keys.

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Is it law to provide two keys by a car dealership when buying a car?


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The moment you sign the contract, have financing, and they hand you the keys. The car is now yours.


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Car that you financed in your name and your boyfriend is not paying how can you get the car back?

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Is it legal for a garage to leave your car unlocked with the keys inside?

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How much will it cost to get a new car key made at the dealership?

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