Trunk lock broken - how to fix?

[gbody79malibu]

I just broke the trunk lock of my 79 Malibu coupe so I cannot open the trunk anymore. How do I fix this?! Is there any possibility to pry the lock without damaging the lid from outside? Or should I try to fix it from the inside but that's difficult as it's a coupe. So I cannot fold down the back bench , plus there is a metal plate between the bench and the trunk itself which is not meant to demount...
I appreciate any helpful advice. Thanks. Stevie

 

[G-Body_Vet]

Just drill it out. I wouldn't use a huge bit though. Once the internals of the lock are drilled out, you can use a long flathead to open the trunk. You'll be able to see a slot inside for the screwdriver to fit. You can get new lock cylinders at a parts store.

 

[81Regal]

x2. The metal plate behind the seat would not have been there from the factory otherwise you could have unbolted the rear seat and reach in with a ratchet and a couple of extensions to remove the 3 bolts on the trunk latch. When you get the lid open you will need to remove the rivit and clip then the lock just pulls out.

 

[pontiacgp]

Just drill it out. I wouldn't use a huge bit though. Once the internals of the lock are drilled out, you can use a long flathead to open the trunk. You'll be able to see a slot inside for the screwdriver to fit. You can get new lock cylinders at a parts store.

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[383S10]

Don't know what these others are talking.....if it was me I would just drill it..........

 

[85cutlass6.6]

you can take the back seat out then the thing behind the seat, attatch a couple of extensions and just unbolt the trunk latch, no need for drilling, take the lock cylinder out and use a screw driver to open it after that