E90 Spare Key

[msm]

Someone please enlighten me on the options to get an E90 spare key, apart from the dealer. I've heard that you can get a "generic" one and have it programmed for the car and that the actual "metal key part" can be cut at any locksmith.

Advise and input please.

 

[Rolf]

On second hand ones you need the FOB module or if you are a DIY guy you need the EPROM and a blank for cutting the door lock key

Got one or two second hand ones here if you need
PM for more info

 

[msm]

On second hand ones you need the FOB module or if you are a DIY guy you need the EPROM and a blank for cutting the door lock key

Got one or two second hand ones here if you need
PM for more info

Thanks, but I would prefer everything done at the same place, so that it's easier. Also don't have the EEPROM.

BTW, I've got 2 quotes for R1.5k and R1.7k to have the key cut and reprogrammed - is this reasonable?

 

[Philip Foglar]

Sounds about right. A rip off, but seems to be a bit less than some other brands even!!

 

[Rolf]

Philip try BMW, THEN you know what to call a rip off.
A friend of mine was quoted just under R3k for the same job

 

[Manoli]

Dude, Go through a dealer, as its original parts and you know there isnt a copy made by those guys that will cut and code it for you. I got a spare key now the other day for 3k and that included coding and cutting. Rather do the dealership.

 

[Beansprout]

This is a really old thread but I'm taking a chance,

Could I get a blank unprogrammed key for the e82 which I traded in a few months ago and couldn't find my key?

Then tonight, had a freak event where I dropped my F21 key and the top half came out (with the metal key) and I can't find it anywhere at the garage forecourt where I was when it happened. The key still works for driving the car as its keyless but I would like to have it sorted,

Would really appreciate some advice