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Old 02-27-2005, 04:05 PM
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Dolly or tow it to the shop.
The thief has wrecked the internal tumbler mechanicals.
Even if you get the OEM key back in, there is a high risk that it will not work or come back out.
This will make repair/replacement harder = more money.
Depending upon year model, it may be cheaper to get a used column from a junk yard and swap it out as a unit.
Review labor rates, towing and used part cost before decision.

Hmmm.
Find her a 240D cheap and scrap the Honda.
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