lemusa 86 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 I have an e39 540i. Only got one key with the car (legit reasons for not having others) and I believe it is the valet key so no remote locking etc. I rang BMW dealer in Chch and they want $500+ for a new one fresh from Germany. I have done some googling but haven't found anything yet. Is there anyone in NZ that can program and supply a key? Can the e39 teach a blank key or anything like that? Would really like a second key and remote locking but not at that price! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 The car originally came with four keys - two master, one valet & a service key - a plastic one. Yes they do come from Germany - already cut & programmed to the individual car. Last I knew a master was $450 ish + You can get a non remote version much cheaper. May be expensive but not as much as some of the Jap cars, or other Euro for that matter. As to your question - not that I am aware of Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elmarco 56 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 You could try Paul at Miland, or car key doctor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 ^^^^^ To my knowledge only the dealers can source security parts from BMW AG. I have a source in Europe with direct access to BMW AG. They can source all OEM BMW parts but for security parts - EWS/keys etc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lemusa 86 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 Hmm not what I wanted to hear! elmarco, I will give those two a try and see what they can do. I really don't want to pay dealer margins on a key! Thanks for the replies, will post back if I have any luck for future reference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curryinahurry 39 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 Have you got the diamond shaped key or the infra-red key? I might be able to help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM WORLD 1286 Report post Posted November 26, 2013 try glenn at botany motor works , bm workshop etc or www.expresskeys.co.nz Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Allanw 1072 Report post Posted November 27, 2013 Paul at Milland! Ordered me a genuine remote key and a new drivers door lock mechanism, I had to provide proof of ownership (rego renewal form I think I used). The key was over $100 cheaper than the dealer I think too! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lemusa 86 Report post Posted November 27, 2013 Have you got the diamond shaped key or the infra-red key? I might be able to help. Yeah I guess you could say it's diamond shaped. Has the button with an orange light on the front. Paul at Milland! Ordered me a genuine remote key and a new drivers door lock mechanism, I had to provide proof of ownership (rego renewal form I think I used). The key was over $100 cheaper than the dealer I think too! So the key still had to come from Germany? Guess I can't avoid that. Will give Paul and the others suggested a call and see how they stack up! Cheers Guys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thorburn 121 Report post Posted November 28, 2013 That's good they asked for proof of ownership. I was disgusted when I last purchased a key with cash and no other background info Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cliffdunedin 8 Report post Posted November 28, 2013 I used these guys for a second key for my 2007 335i http://www.gtmechtronix.co.nz/. Couldn't be happier. Are these ones programmed to our car as well? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
antil33t 90 Report post Posted November 28, 2013 Paul at Milland! Ordered me a genuine remote key and a new drivers door lock mechanism, I had to provide proof of ownership (rego renewal form I think I used). The key was over $100 cheaper than the dealer I think too! +1, Paul can get virtually any genuine parts also. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lemusa 86 Report post Posted November 28, 2013 How does it work when your in Chch and can't get there in person? I only have the one key but travel alot so could pick a time to part with the key for a week or so but any longer than that and I will be on the bus! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stevie S 49 Report post Posted November 28, 2013 How does it work when your in Chch and can't get there in person? I only have the one key but travel alot so could pick a time to part with the key for a week or so but any longer than that and I will be on the bus! Suggest you call and ask them, pretty sure they require the car Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
