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Automotive Locksmith in Manhattan Beach, CA

Crenshaw Lock Company provides 24/7 mobile automotive locksmith service in Manhattan Beach, California. We come to your car, truck, motorcycle or RV for lockouts, key replacement, ignition problems and more. We have no storefront, so there is nothing to tow to. Call (323) 997-8867.

  • Mobile to your Manhattan Beach location
  • Available 24/7
  • Price quoted before we start
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Car trouble in Manhattan Beach rarely happens somewhere convenient. It happens in the beach parking structures near the Pier, on a side street in the Sand Section after a long evening, in the lot at Manhattan Village, or on Sepulveda Blvd when you pull over and realize the keys are still inside. Our automotive locksmith service is built around that reality: we are fully mobile and available around the clock, so the work happens where the vehicle is.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and owner and lead technician David Shar built the business on the idea that a locked-out driver wants a clear plan more than a sales pitch. We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles. That covers lockouts, lost or broken keys, transponder and key fob replacement, ignition and door lock repair, and broken keys stuck in a lock or ignition.

There is no shop to visit, because we do not operate one. Everything is done curbside, in a driveway, in a garage or in a parking lot. If you are stuck, call (323) 997-8867 and tell us the make, model, year and where you are parked, and we will talk through what is realistic for your vehicle.

How it works in Manhattan Beach

  1. 1

    You call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour. We ask for the make, model and year, your exact location, and what happened: keys locked inside, keys lost, a broken key, or a key that will not turn. This lets us bring the right tools and equipment.

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    We confirm you own or are authorized to use the vehicle

    Before we open a door or make a key, we ask for reasonable proof that the vehicle is yours or that you are authorized to access it, such as ID matched to registration or insurance. This protects you and protects every other driver in town.

  3. 3

    We assess the lock and key system

    Older vehicles with a simple mechanical lock are very different from newer ones with transponder chips, push-button start or smart keys. We look at what your vehicle uses and explain the options before starting the work.

  4. 4

    We do the work on site

    For a lockout, we use professional entry methods designed to protect paint, weatherstripping and door electronics. For key replacement, we cut and program on site where the vehicle allows. For a worn or damaged ignition or door cylinder, we repair or replace it right where the vehicle sits.

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    We test everything before we leave

    We try the new key in the door, trunk and ignition, check remote functions where applicable, and confirm the vehicle starts. You should leave with working keys, not a promise that they will work.

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What affects the price

  • The type of service: a simple lockout is a different job from originating a key for a vehicle with no working key at all.
  • Vehicle make, model and year, since transponder, smart key and push-button start systems need different equipment and programming.
  • How many keys you need, and whether you want a spare in addition to the replacement.
  • Whether a lock cylinder, ignition or door lock needs repair or replacement rather than just a new key.
  • The time and location of the call, including late-night or holiday service and how difficult the vehicle is to reach.
  • Special vehicles such as RVs, motorcycles or fleet units, where the lock hardware or the number of vehicles changes the scope.

Why Manhattan Beach chooses us

  • Fully mobile and available 24/7, so we meet you at the vehicle instead of asking you to tow it anywhere.
  • In business since 1987 under owner and lead technician David Shar, which means decades of hands-on experience across many vehicle types.
  • We work on cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets, so one call covers a family sedan or a business with several vehicles.
  • We talk through what the job involves before we start, and we verify ownership before opening or keying a vehicle.
  • Our approach is to protect the vehicle: we use entry methods meant to avoid scratched paint and damaged door seals.
  • We handle the lock and the key together, from cutting to programming, rather than handing you off partway through.

Automotive Locksmith across Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach is a compact city with very different parking situations. In the Sand Section, cars are often parked on narrow streets near the walk streets and The Strand, and a lockout after a beach day or a dinner near Metlox Plaza is common. Visitors heading to the Manhattan Beach Pier and the Roundhouse Aquarium sometimes lose track of keys in sand, and salt air can wear on key fobs and door lock mechanisms over time. We come to wherever the vehicle is parked, whether that is a street, a lot or a garage.

In the Hill Section and Tree Section, many homes have private driveways and garages, and a lost key or malfunctioning fob is usually a driveway job. In East Manhattan Beach, townhome and condo residents often deal with shared or tight parking, and we plan for limited space. For anyone in ZIP code 90266, a call to (323) 997-8867 starts a straightforward process, day or night.

Drivers also reach us from busy corridors like Sepulveda Blvd, Rosecrans Ave, Manhattan Beach Blvd, Aviation Blvd and Marine Ave, as well as from Manhattan Village and Polliwog Park. Wherever you are in town, we are mobile, so there is no shop to find and no tow required for most lock and key problems.

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Other Manhattan Beach locksmith services

See all of our Manhattan Beach services, or our citywide automotive locksmith page.

Automotive Locksmith in Manhattan Beach — FAQs

Do you have a shop in Manhattan Beach I can drive to?
No. Crenshaw Lock Company is fully mobile only, and we have no storefront. We come to your vehicle anywhere in Manhattan Beach. Call (323) 997-8867 to get started.
Can you help if I locked my keys in the car near the Pier or The Strand?
Yes. Lockouts in beach parking areas and nearby streets are a common call. We bring professional tools to open the vehicle while protecting the paint and door seals, and we will ask for proof of ownership first.
I lost my only car key. Can you make a new one?
In many cases, yes. Depending on the vehicle, we can cut and program a new key on site, including transponder keys and some smart keys. Call (323) 997-8867 with the make, model and year so we can tell you what is possible.
Do you work on newer cars with push-button start?
We work on many vehicles with push-button start and smart key systems. Some makes and models are more involved than others, so we recommend calling us with your vehicle details before assuming anything.
Are you available at night and on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. We do not make promises about specific arrival times, but we will give you a clear plan when you call.
Do you service motorcycles, RVs and fleet vehicles?
Yes. Our mobile service covers cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs and fleets. If you manage several vehicles, let us know the count and types when you call so we can plan the work.
What will you need from me before opening or keying a vehicle?
We will ask for reasonable proof that you own or are authorized to use the vehicle, such as ID along with registration or insurance. This is standard for any responsible locksmith.
How do you price an automotive locksmith job?
Pricing depends on factors such as the service needed, your vehicle's key system, the number of keys, and the time and location. We do not quote prices on this page, but you can call (323) 997-8867 to talk through your situation.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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