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08-20-2021, 08:09 AM

tjkru

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Key fob replacement

2009 MINI Clubman
I received only one key fob with this car. Other than a dealer is there any way to get a second key fob? I was quoted $200 for the fob and another $160 for the key that goes with it.

Do I have to buy both the key and the fob for a second set of keys? I can unlock the doors and start the car with just the fob.
If I do get just the fob is there a way to attach anything to have a loop on it to add a ring for my house keys other than getting a knock off key for the slot?
Can the key portion be cut by a locksmith if I do get a knock off key for a few bucks?

If I have to I will pay the $360 + tax for the key but if there is a valid way to lower the cost I would like to know.

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08-25-2021, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by tjkru

Do I have to buy both the key and the fob for a second set of keys? I can unlock the doors and start the car with just the fob.

You don't have to. you can lock/unlock using the fob BUT having the insert key is good in case you loose the first key set.

If I do get just the fob is there a way to attach anything to have a loop on it to add a ring for my house keys other than getting a knock off key for the slot?

you can always super glue the ring where the key insert is BUT may break in your pocket or something. I have many used key blades, I can send you one if you want (just pay postage from PA 19111)

Can the key portion be cut by a locksmith if I do get a knock off key for a few bucks?

I found few vendors on Ebay that can cut the key if you just send them a picture of yours PLUS a blank key blade

If I have to I will pay the $360 + tax for the key but if there is a valid way to lower the cost I would like to know.

This is always another way. I personally invested time and money to get to the bottom of this lol. I can unlock used keys and program them (provided I have the CAS, original fob or DME). The 200 is just about right from the dealer I could do it for a bit less. the blade is actually cheaper than this. When ordering keys online was okay, my blade was less than $40!

Also, keep in mind that if you have comfort access, they keyfob price shoots up and you MUST visit the dealer to get the key activated for this option. I could also do these