Plastic Key Question (Valet/Wallet Key?)

[elliottp]

Hey folks, I searched around the forums but haven't found anything conclusive. I titled this thread so that perhaps others could find the answers they want.

A friend bought a 06 330i used and it came with the standard two key fobs (mind you no comfort access)... AND a little thin plastic key that he keeps in his wallet. This key has a caddy of sorts that looks and feels like the standard fob, and goes into the ignition "hole." The plastic key goes inside of this fob for storage/starting the car. He said it's a valet key and that my car should have one too..


Well, I have an 08 335i (with comfort access) and I only got two keys, both on fobs, with the 16 little stickers to put on the back as well. (I have the male and female ones ;) ). I did not get a little plastic key for my wallet and am wondering if I am entitled to one?

I checked with the dealer and they said no, but they can by sneaky/naive.

So do cars with comfort access come with a plastic key (for the doors and/or trunk)?

[ChitownIrish]

From what I understand is BMW stopped including the plastic key sometime ago (2006 may have been the last year), all you should have is the two fobs:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=154389

I read somewhere that you can order one but can not confirm nor deny.

[flcyclist]

You get two standard key fobs. The key fobs have a metal key that comes out and allows you to lock up the glove box and I think the trunk and then you give the valet the fob. I like this as I keep my house key attached to the metal insert key and can keep all of my keys in my pocket and hand over the fob. I also believe you can open the door with the metal key. No plastic key.

[Takashi]

No plastic key here. BMW stopped giving those in 2007. I am not sure if you will get them if you buy your car in Germany. Part of the reason could be to save $$. Other reason could be the plastic keys are easy to break which can cause probles.