Replacement Key

[z3ddie]

I have searched long and hard for an answer to this but no joy - I only have one manual key for my 1999 2.8 Auto and no remote and BMW say they offer no support now. Can I simply get a blank and have it cut or does the key have be coded to the car - thanks

 

[colb]

Key has to be coded to the car so the transponder in the key fob is read by the car to allow starting. People did get replacements from BMW that came cut and coded to your car, they did them using records held on your cars build details at the factory. Other option is a mobile locksmith who should be able to read the EWS module which has to be taken from the car and cut and code a replacement. Further option is to send your working key to one of the key suppliers who are Ebay but risky with the post these days.

 

[z3ddie]

Key has to be coded to the car so the transponder in the key fob is read by the car to allow starting. People did get replacements from BMW that came cut and coded to your car, they did them using records held on your cars build details at the factory. Other option is a mobile locksmith who should be able to read the EWS module which has to be taken from the car and cut and code a replacement. Further option is to send your working key to one of the key suppliers who are Ebay but risky with the post these days.

Cheers - thought as much - BMW Customer Services not very helpful on the matter when contacted saying they no longer support Z3s which surprised me with the amount still on the road

 

[ljbmwz3]

i have an old key from a different z3 can that be reused and coded assume so ? kept it for that reason as only have 1 main key and dog hides em if left around

 

[colb]

No the blade will not be cut to fit your car so wont turn the locks or ignition.
Go speak to a dealer spares department they should be able to order a key still.

 

[z3ddie]

No the blade will not be cut to fit your car so wont turn the locks or ignition.
Go speak to a dealer spares department they should be able to order a key still.

Tried the local dealer - no help at all - waiting to hear back from BMW UK

 

[z3ddie]

Update - message back from BMW UK who tell me their local dealers can still get them via the VIN build spec - so why did my local dealers offer no assistance - have mailed a couple more dealers in the area and waiting for a response

 

[z3ddie]

Update - BMW Tring very helpful - they can provide a spare key but the remotes are discontinued - around £75

 

[Stevo7682]

Your 99 model may not have a separate remote.
My 99 has the 3 button remote key.
Stephen.

 

[z3ddie]

Your 99 model may not have a separate remote.
My 99 has the 3 button remote key.
Stephen.

Was the same 3 button job

 

[John_B]

Was the same 3 button job

So £75 for a replacement 3-button key? Cut & coded? Like this? Very interested if so!

 

[Pond]

So £75 for a replacement 3-button key? Cut & coded? Like this? Very interested if so!
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Me too, as I only have one key (like the above albeit in better nick) and would really like another 'just in case'

 

[z3ddie]

Confirmed by BMW UK today that- remote keys are discontinued but you can still get a manual key coded to the car from your VIN for £75. BUt you must present the car to an authorised dealership with your V5, driving licence and a current utility bill

 

[bertiejaffa]

You can buy a master key from BMW for circa £50. If you want central locking then I would (I have) had an aftermarket alarm and immobiliser fitted which opens the car.