Whats the cost of having a spare key made?

[That Fly 325i]

How much will BMW charge me to have another e36 key made?

[travis325i]

I lost my only key I had once and I had a set shipped overnight from new York they were 50 bucks a piece

[adevera86]

depends what kind of key if you just want the grey hard cut key yeah between 50-75 bucks if you want the actual black key then $150, if you want just the little plastic one its like $50 or less i believe

[bimmer335i07]

Originally Posted by adevera86

depends what kind of key if you just want the grey hard cut key yeah between 50-75 bucks if you want the actual black key then $150, if you want just the little plastic one its like $50 or less i believe

Sorry, still a n00b to the e36. What's the difference in the gery hard cut key, black key or plastic ones? I only have one set and would like to get a spare, just in case.

Thanks!

[fun2drive]

First of all you need to post the YEAR of your car because we are not mind readers and it does matter.
An EWSI or EWSII key is 70 bucks including the lighting feature which is considered the main key. This was with my 10% BMWCCA discount. I just got a new one so I know for fact this is the price.

Also I got it in 2 days.

You need to bring your registration and driver's license to get them to do this for you.

It doesn't matter if it is the main key with the BMW Roundel or a grey key called a grey key because it is just grey in color for $5 less, same function.

Also there is a wallet key that looks like a credit card but it doesn't work with the EWS cars.

[travis325i]

I didn't know there was a credit card key sweet I'm gunna have to get it

[BMWMPow3r]

where could i have my key copied to a blank BMW key. wouldn't that be cheaper too. Ebay sells some nice blank BMW keys for under $50

[95325i]

Originally Posted by BMWMPow3r

where could i have my key copied to a blank BMW key. wouldn't that be cheaper too. Ebay sells some nice blank BMW keys for under $50

That's the hardest part is to find a place that will but laser cut keys. Open the phone book and start calling each one and ask that's my suggestion.

[BMWMPow3r]

what do I ask for?

ask them if they can but laser keys?

[95325i]

Originally Posted by BMWMPow3r

what do I ask for?

ask them if they can but laser keys?

My bad CUT!

[z0lt3c]

How does this work when the original engine has been swapped? I need a new key but my engine is not original. Would the key be ordered under the VIN of the chassis or the VIN of the engine block? I believe the ignition is still original to the 92 325, so my assumption is I goto BMW with that information. If anybody finds somebody to laser cut BMW keys in the tri-state area, let me know!

[95325i]

Originally Posted by z0lt3c

How does this work when the original engine has been swapped? I need a new key but my engine is not original. Would the key be ordered under the VIN of the chassis or the VIN of the engine block? I believe the ignition is still original to the 92 325, so my assumption is I got BMW with that information. If anybody finds somebody to laser cut BMW keys in the tri-state area, let me know!

As long as the ignition system is still factory it will be under the vin code of the body (the windshield) Also the 92-94 cars do not have computer chips in them so there is not computer coding needed.

[dcwright]

Check your local ACE Hardware store. Some of them have the advanced key service center and can make copies of BMW keys, including chip keys. They charge about $20 for a straight copy of a non-chip key and chip keys are about $45 depending on year/model.
The remote lock system I installed came with the key fobs with the flip out key and I had them cut to match my BMW key at ACE, then I transferred the security chip myself.

[BMWMPow3r]

Originally Posted by 95325i

My bad CUT!

lol, JK

[Mauritius36]

had one made for my 93 for about 50-60 from the dealer

[DeanEK]

45 for a copy, no chip

f*****ck

[That Fly 325i]

Originally Posted by fun2drive

First of all you need to post the YEAR of your car because we are not mind readers and it does matter.
An EWSI or EWSII key is 70 bucks including the lighting feature which is considered the main key. This was with my 10% BMWCCA discount. I just got a new one so I know for fact this is the price.

Also I got it in 2 days.

You need to bring your registration and driver's license to get them to do this for you.

It doesn't matter if it is the main key with the BMW Roundel or a grey key called a grey key because it is just grey in color for $5 less, same function.

Also there is a wallet key that looks like a credit card but it doesn't work with the EWS cars.

I have a 1994 325is, im guessing that is EWSI right?

So tomorrow i should just run down there with the registration and my license, some money and then they order it and have it sent to my house?

[runnr548]

Look online, or in the phone book for a Locksmith, preferably one who is a member of The Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA). Call them and ask if they cut these keys, and if not, ask for a referral to one who does. They should save you a lot of money over the dealer.

[z25is]

I ordered two new keys yesterday through an independent BMW service center, $80 for two, not too bad, My e36 is Pre EWS so I dont have the transponder key which cost way more. I just got lucky with my car on this subject.

[SE30]

I just had one made this summer for $65+tax. Had to go to the dealer with registration and drivers license and had to pick it up in person, they won't ship keys anymore. That was for a chipped master key.

[SobeTwisted]

I paid $35.00 and the locksmith had the high security key in stock

[numbah9]

I have an 04/1995 model, what "type" of key would it have? The original key has a yellow LED in it, but I have no idea if it's got a chip in it (or if it's EWS1, 2, whatever.) Who would like to educate me? (Please!)