help how do i get in my 97 gti after lock breaks

[essexjay]

my locks have given up how would you suggest i get in its got to the point im thinking of breaking the glass its a 3 door cheers

[Deano2711]

Have you tried the boot lock ?? Open the boot and climb over    If the boot won't open then call out your breakdown recovery provider and they will get in in seconds Mate

[essexjay]

boot lock is bust to and bought a week ago and not got recovery yet all in all bad times

[Deano2711]

Another option is to get a wire coat hanger or a piece of metal/wire that you can bend into shape to get inbetween the door rubber and body then slide it down into the car while a Mate gently pulls the door frame back. Then when your wire is inside just hook it around the door pin and pull the pin up to open the door 

[Wayne]

Only other way is to smash the handle off, will do damage but might be cheaper than replacing glass.

[jimmyb]

theres a nack to it mate,but if i was you the easiest thing is go get someone to give you a lift to get a window from a scrapyard or salvage yard,20 quid max for a window, smash yours and fit the new one,20 pound is cheap really,and well worth it,,but before you smash...
cover the window in tape so it dont make a mess that way there wont be to much hoovering to do

[Deano2711]

I would try the coat hanger trick first Mate but if you decide to break a window then make sure you do a front window as these are easy to change whereas the rear windows are bonded in. Another option is to use a flat head screwdriver in the lock and try to force the lock open as you obviously need to change the locks anyway Buddy 

[sharki786]

DONT BREAK THE QUATER GLASS THOE!!!