Crap -- key snapped... No copy... have 2 blanks...
What are my options?
What are my options?
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You got a dremel/file and a clamp? That original key is so worn you just need to get the blank close to the original shape and it should work fine. Otherwise, locksmith. -
As long as it's not broken off into anything important and you have all the pieces, you can go to a locksmith and have your blanks cut.
Or diy it like 86gt said.AWD > RWDComment
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Partout.
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thisOriginally posted by ST1G View Post
i have brought snapped keys to my local hardware store and they have cut for me, they wont guarantee it but it has always workedComment
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Order a new key from BMW using your VIN and title. Then rebuild all your locks to work correctly with the new key. Finally, get a locksmith to cut your blanks to with with the fresh key. You'll go another 20+ years before needing to fix the locks.sigpic
1987 - 325i Convertible Delphin Auto [SOLD], 325i Convertible Delphin Manual [SOLD]
1989 - 325i Convertible Bronzit m30b35 swapped [SCRAPPED], 325i Sedan Alpine Auto[DD]
1991 - 325i Coupe Laguna Manual [Project], 535i Sedan Alpine [SCRAPPED]Comment
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Have one blank cut with your broken key. If that newly cut blank works, have the other blank cut.
Then, order a new key from bmw.Current:
1989 325i
1988 M3
1987 325ic
Past:
2001 330ci
2001 M3Comment
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looks like a lame brass key - break/bend was inevitable.
read the E30 OEM Key OCD Thread.I BUY/SELL REFURBISHED CM5907s & CM5908s
HOWTOs:
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OEM Keys
MTech1 docs
88 ix Lach/Card
91 ic Calypso 3.1
86 Cosmo 2.7
OEM+ or bust!
reelizmpro: I will always be an e30 guy.. I still do all of my own labor
TrentW: There's just something so right about a well-built M20 in an E30
e30m3s54turbo: I save my money for tuner parts.Comment
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Called the locksmith -- he claims he might not be able to do it depending on where the key blade is broken -- because his vice won't be able to hold both... FMLComment
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If you go to the dealer with your registration they can give you the key code. Locksmith will know what to do with that, surely.Comment
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call a wrecker to tow it awayOriginally posted by ST1G View PostIf it's got tits or tires, it's gonna cost ya!Comment
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I ordered a VIN cut key from the dealer and it works fine with my existing locks--you don't need to change out any other locks. My hookup cost was ~$43, make sure they order the illuminated key and not the valet key or something stupid. You'll need to produce the title in your name and ID before they'll order it.paint sucksComment
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JB-weld1990 Alpine 325is
1992 Schwarz 325ic (sold)Comment
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