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R52 '05 S Cabrio - Need Key FOB

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Old May 5, 2009 | 09:08 AM
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'05 S Cabrio - Need Key FOB

Greetings - I just purchased an '05 S Convert and it only had one key, with keyless entry FOB. I contacted Calabasas BMW and they want $237 for a new key with FOB. Calabasas is the closest MINI dealer to me (160 mi). I saw some on ebay for <$50, but the key shaft would need to be replaced and re-keyed, plus the FOB would need to be reprogrammed. Does anyone have any experience with getting a spare? Should I research the ebay/locksmith route, or should I pay the $237 and avoid a massive headache…or coronary?
 
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