E30 key duplication

[Cyrix2k]

I just want to confirm a normal hardware store can copy e30 keys provided I have blanks. Correct?

[frankie591]

they can copy them on one of their keys too. I had 2 spare keys made up for like 5 bucks.

[Cyrix2k]

they can copy them on one of their keys too. I had 2 spare keys made up for like 5 bucks.

sweet, thanks.

[frankie591]

I went to a locksmith place, not a hardware store, although I'm sure just about anywhere with a key cutting machine can do them.

[jhaurimn]

The dealership (or at least mine) can cut a key for you for about 10-15$ too. Just FYI

[jlevie]

If you have a pristine, not worn, key a faithful copy can be made. Though I haven't seen any made in steel like the OE keys. The better choice, and not much more expensive is to get a key from a dealer.

[Varinn]

Dealer keys are actually really cheap, bought a few myself

[Beemerdan]

Depends what dealer you are working with. My local dealer said that the key blank would be about $25

[dnguyen1963]

ACE Hardware...$3.75 each with their blanks.

[slippery]

I just ordered a key by VIN from the dealer as I only had a copy. I am amazed the key I had worked, it is so different that I thought they made a mistake.
Once I tried it I was amazed at how much better/smoother it was. The cost was $70 for two factory keys and it took two days to get them.

J

[dnguyen1963]

If that is the case, I am surprised that your spare works at all.

[Kershaw]

You'd be surprised at how many old e30 keys work in other e30s. The key that came with your car might not even be the right one.

I had one e30, every local e30 key locked, unlocked and turned her on.

[dnguyen1963]

Damned...'80s technology, eh?

[jhaurimn]

Recently had to buy a new key at the dealership, after tax it came to $54. That was with a 10% discount too. :|

[austindavidg]

I have two e30's an 88' 325ix and a 91' 325ix....all of my keys work in both cars...lock and ignition! :( a bit scary