Hi. I bought a 2015 BMW 535XI and it only has the mechanical key and no fobs.
Is there a way for me to start the car with just the mechanical key so I can take it to the dealership for programming? The auction states yes but I am in New York and they are in Pennsylvania hence I’m trying to avoid a 3 Hour drive and realize that I need a trailer. The BMW dealership says not possible and wants $800 to program a key.
Thanks for your help. Thank you.
Dealer keys do not need to be programmed. You order the key, it comes pre-programmed to the vehicle from BMW, and you get in and drive. You need proper proof of ownership at the dealer, which is usually a title in your name. They will check this.
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Don't buy cars at auctions, ESPECIALLY if they don't start and run. You can't get a key from the dealer, because you don't have a title in your name. And after all that, what if the engine or transmission is toast?
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These cars have already been vetted by folks who will recognize and correct any easy fix. A bum key is a great excuse for a car that can't be tested.
"The auction states yes" so they've tried it? This implies the car runs "lot drives" they might call it
I'd plan on a trailer and a repair budget
Last edited by ross1; 03-18-2019 at 11:11 AM.
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