Lost my key yesterday

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 02:19 PM

Can I buy a used key and get it programmed? Don't need the valet key
Dealer in Toronto quoted me 600.00 dollars

Alohaaaaa · 07-20-2015, 02:39 PM

If you have comfort access it has to be a key that's never been imprinted.

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 3SPKY5U

If you have comfort access it has to be a key that's never been imprinted.

yes i do have comfort access

that sucks!

IB M · 07-20-2015, 09:07 PM

Didn't car come with two? Go with the one remaining as long as u can. $600 for a key even if u have the cash is thievery. In the meantime maybe the lost one shows up.

Jsantos · 07-20-2015, 09:10 PM

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

OneMmmm · 07-20-2015, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Jsantos

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

You seem to know a lot about the subject, so I'll throw another question your way. One of my dogs chewed up one of my fobs. The physical key is in perfect condition, but the fob portion with the chip is more or less destroyed. Is it possible to get this part on the cheap?

NashvegasR · 07-20-2015, 09:16 PM

Just -- last week -- ordered new comfort access key from dealer here in Georgia. $254.40 for key. $149.00 to program / code the key to the car. Took 2 days to get to the dealer, and I did not need to buy the little metal key thing, since I still had mine. They said it was $40-50 more. That would put it at $450 or so all in, just for comparison's sake.

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jsantos

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

We have looked everywhere for this freaking key it's a mystery. The biggest problem was I was over an hour away from home. I really don't need the vallet key cut. This is only a spare incase I loose my key again. Peace of mind. But 600 I am getting raped. Is there any other options. I just want it to unlock my doors and start the car. Also for resale u should have 2 keys.

Jsantos · 07-20-2015, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by OneMmmm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsantos

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

You seem to know a lot about the subject, so I'll throw another question your way. One of my dogs chewed up one of my fobs. The physical key is in perfect condition, but the fob portion with the chip is more or less destroyed. Is it possible to get this part on the cheap?

Just order the FOB remote. Save the hard key (slide key) since you can reuse that for the new one. You'll most likely save around $50-$60.

When you call the hotline they will need to verify you own the car and you get to pick the closest dealership to pick up the key. Turnaround is 1-2 days

There are also alot of people who are more than capable of coding and programming these keys and other cool stuff. I actually just saw one guy charging $50 standard for any programming. Good luck!

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Jsantos

Quote:

Originally Posted by OneMmmm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsantos

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

You seem to know a lot about the subject, so I'll throw another question your way. One of my dogs chewed up one of my fobs. The physical key is in perfect condition, but the fob portion with the chip is more or less destroyed. Is it possible to get this part on the cheap?

Just order the FOB remote. Save the hard key (slide key) since you can reuse that for the new one. You'll most likely save around $50-$60.

When you call the hotline they will need to verify you own the car and you get to pick the closest dealership to pick up the key.

There are also alot of people who are more than capable of coding and programming these keys and other cool stuff. I actually just saw one guy charging $50 standard for any programming. Good luck!

I also found these guys online

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Installsplus

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsantos

Quote:

Originally Posted by OneMmmm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsantos

No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing.

Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access.

It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature

Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS

You seem to know a lot about the subject, so I'll throw another question your way. One of my dogs chewed up one of my fobs. The physical key is in perfect condition, but the fob portion with the chip is more or less destroyed. Is it possible to get this part on the cheap?

Just order the FOB remote. Save the hard key (slide key) since you can reuse that for the new one. You'll most likely save around $50-$60.

When you call the hotline they will need to verify you own the car and you get to pick the closest dealership to pick up the key.

There are also alot of people who are more than capable of coding and programming these keys and other cool stuff. I actually just saw one guy charging $50 standard for any programming. Good luck!

I also found these guys online

Not sure if anyone used these guys before. Price doesn't seem right.

Jsantos · 07-20-2015, 09:25 PM

Stick to what i said. I work for BMW. Do your self a favor and do it once and right.

Installsplus · 07-20-2015, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Jsantos

Stick to what i said. I work for BMW. Do your self a favor and do it once and right.

Thanks I will give them a call hopefully they sell in canada.

EJT86 · 07-20-2015, 10:51 PM

Check the forum I just saw a new one FS earlier today

Flying Ace · 07-20-2015, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by EJT86

Check the forum I just saw a new one FS earlier today

good detective work!

Installsplus · 07-21-2015, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by EJT86

Check the forum I just saw a new one FS earlier today

Thanks looking for it but can't find it. Is it under the interior section?

EJT86 · 07-21-2015, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Installsplus

Thanks looking for it but can't find it. Is it under the interior section?

Sorry I thought it would be easy to find since it was posted yesterday but you're right it took some digging. But here it is

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1152769

Good luck

Installsplus · 07-21-2015, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by EJT86

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Originally Posted by Installsplus

Thanks looking for it but can't find it. Is it under the interior section?

Sorry I thought it would be easy to find since it was posted yesterday but you're right it took some digging. But here it is

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1152769

Good luck

Thanks bud!

EJT86 · 07-21-2015, 09:52 AM

Here's another

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...hlight=Key+fob

jt1k · 07-21-2015, 07:25 PM

about 3 months ago I purchased a CA key for $290. The dealer in NJ programmed it for free since I bought it from them. PM me and Ill give you dealer info may you can order it from them direct and program it in Canada. Key works right out the box just need to have CA programed.

Installsplus · 07-21-2015, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by jt1k

about 3 months ago I purchased a CA key for $290. The dealer in NJ programmed it for free since I bought it from them. PM me and Ill give you dealer info may you can order it from them direct and program it in Canada. Key works right out the box just need to have CA programed.

I did some research today and unfortunately I have to buy the key locally. I tried California and a few other locations in the U.S and they told me I have to buy from a local dealer. U are definitely correct the key does come programmed. The dealer also told me you can't even buy a used or In Fact a brand new key from a member. Each key is specifically programmed to your vin # when u order it from Bmw. Which allows you only to unlock/lock and start ur vehicle. U just won't have keyless go/memory seat features. This is how the dealer rapes you. Big rip off. Don't loose ur key fob period. To bad they can't be tracked like ur cell phone.

pbonsalb · 07-21-2015, 08:58 PM

Russian mafia can program one for you.

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Jsantos Private First Class 35 Rep 144 Posts Drives: E90 M3 SSII 6MT Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: San Francisco CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 E90 M3 [0.00] 2006 E90 330i [0.00]	No do not buy a used key. You are essentially paying BMW for cutting and chipping the new key. Think of it as they are throwing you a free key fob housing. Comfort access can be programmed afterwards. If you want to save $200 then you will have to live with unlocking your car and putting the key in the slot like normal. If this is just a spare i would skip comfort access. It really is just close to $400. Like i said buy the key and skip CA feature Try calling the key hotline. They usually charge cheaper. 1-888-575-KEYS
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