I have 289K on my 1999 E36, locks can be problematic. I would start with a winter lock de-ice/ lubricant. Flood the key and insert it several times,...
Beautiful wagon! Interesting that the paint tag says Calypso. I don’t think that was even a 2000 color. Your car is Royal (code 390) which is a 2000...
Yes, it is an actual business (Hill Performance Bimmers) with a group of very knowledgeable mechanics/BMW enthusiasts that know these cars very well....
Check at the back of the center console and visible from the rear seat. That is where it's typically located. (D'oh! Skipped right over that part.)
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