euge

I assume that the ignition key is nothing special and doesn't contain any special programming on it. So i can just get a few blanks on ebay and take them to any key cutting place to make spares?

Am I missing something?

nine9six

After you pick up the correct blanks, I think you need to go to a dealer, with proof of ownership (registration)

EDIT
Thats what I get for thinking! See below...

David A

I got a 914 key on ebay for $20 and got it cut locally.

Mike J

Huh? Nothing special in these keys, even the local keysmiths have blanks, just not with the pretty heads. If you have a good original, just get it cut.

You can also get blanks from Sunset for instance that you can get cut locally, and they will fit with the key heads, etc.

You can also elect to have "factory-cut" keys ordered from the dealer. I did that once years ago through Sunset, I then required to prove I owned the car and they provide me with a fresh-cut key blank. Very useful since in many cases only one key is proved by the PO, and its worn.

Cheers,

Mike

red95993

^ You mean I can get a regular old fashioned flat key without the Porsche head? Thank would be great.

Mike J

Sure, I usually have a few spares cut on cheap key blanks to keep in the safe in case, somehow, both masters are lost ...

600RR

Do not buy a blank that is made of steel. Some locksmiths will not cut if steel.

SkiDan

The correct key blank for the 1995 993 is the Ilco PO5. Cost of the blank plus keycutting was less than $10 at my local locksmith.

Here is a link http://mysecuritypro.com/PorschePO5KeyBlanks.aspx (no affiliation).

JDHertz11

Many other Audis and VWs use the same blanks. As matter of fact the Ilco or Silca keys are preferred for locksmiths because they're easier to cut. The og key blank is made up of mostly steel as widely used in Europe. Keys made for the NA market are mostly brass. Keys machines here in the US use different cutting wheels and motor speeds which usually leads to chipped cutter teeth when cutting steel blanks. Although no one really asked, I figured I'd explain the pros and cons!

AOW162435

I purchased a Porsche blank from Sunset around 8 years ago. Then I drove 20 miles to the nearest Porsche dealer to have it cut. Only to be met with blank stares.

On the way home, I went to my neighborhood Ace Hardware and had the key cut for $1.50.






Andreas

pp000830

For best results I would buy the stalk from the dealer made from the VIN then find a used electronic fob and program your car to accept it. The keys for these cars are 16 years old or so, no existing key that was used is anywhere near original profile. I believe a key cut from a worn key will just accelerate the lock's wear out as it may not not ideally position the pins in the cylinder..
Just an opinion.
Andy