Valet Key Question
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Guys sorry for the newbie question ... but since key prices seem to be a source of discussion and consternation, hoping someone has some insight.
My wife's 2001 Boxster came with 2 primary keys and a "valet key," which is essentially just a cut blank without any of the keyless entry programming. It's a back-up.
I think this is a great idea to have as a back-up and would like to get one made for my 02 996 -- a simple key that opens and closes the door and starts the car in a pinch without all of the remote stuff. Having bought my car used, I'm wondering if a) these cars came with a "valet" key and b) if not, is it possible to have one made without all of the dealer reprogramming hogwash. Just a cold-cut key.
Any insight much appreciated!!
My wife's 2001 Boxster came with 2 primary keys and a "valet key," which is essentially just a cut blank without any of the keyless entry programming. It's a back-up.
I think this is a great idea to have as a back-up and would like to get one made for my 02 996 -- a simple key that opens and closes the door and starts the car in a pinch without all of the remote stuff. Having bought my car used, I'm wondering if a) these cars came with a "valet" key and b) if not, is it possible to have one made without all of the dealer reprogramming hogwash. Just a cold-cut key.
Any insight much appreciated!!
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My 2001 came with two primary/remote and one valet/no remote.
I believe the valet key has a chip that communicates with the immobilizer of the car.
It maybe a cheaper option to get,but not a lot cheaper.
Please post what you find out about getting an extra valet key.
I believe the valet key has a chip that communicates with the immobilizer of the car.
It maybe a cheaper option to get,but not a lot cheaper.
Please post what you find out about getting an extra valet key.
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Thanks. I've been doing some more research and it seems that even the plastic valet keys now delivered in the owners manuals have a chip buried in the head, so I'm going to assume the older metal version do as well. So it's back to buying a new compete key, I guess.
I realize this is a long shot -- but I'm checking to see if I can get a key made at the local; VW dealer, which is 10 miles away. Unlikely but worth a call. Nearest Porsche dealer is much further afield.
I'm just stunned at how ridiculous, complicated and costly this process is.
I realize this is a long shot -- but I'm checking to see if I can get a key made at the local; VW dealer, which is 10 miles away. Unlikely but worth a call. Nearest Porsche dealer is much further afield.
I'm just stunned at how ridiculous, complicated and costly this process is.
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Not on my wife's Boxster -- it doesn't inhibit anything. Not sure if that's the case with a 996.
A traditional "valet key" opens the car's doors and starts it but does not open the trunk or glove box. Not exactly sure what the modern Porsche take is on the subject.
A traditional "valet key" opens the car's doors and starts it but does not open the trunk or glove box. Not exactly sure what the modern Porsche take is on the subject.
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Very timely. I just got off the phone with the dealer. The difference between a valet head and the remote head is about $120. Blanks metals themselves are obviously the same price.
So if you are just looking for a third key -- or a second and don't mind the manual unlock -- good way to save a Benjamin.
So if you are just looking for a third key -- or a second and don't mind the manual unlock -- good way to save a Benjamin.
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I got a valet key from the dealer to be my second key. Don't remember the pricing but did it because it was a lot cheaper. I have cab so don't lock the doors anyway. (Stereos are cheaper than new tops)
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My 2004 Targa came with 3 keys, two programmed remotes, and a "valet" key that had no remote functions.
My Turbo came with only 2 keys, both fully remote. I was going to get a valet key made, but geez, not for $300. I would rather do a lot of other things first.
larry
My Turbo came with only 2 keys, both fully remote. I was going to get a valet key made, but geez, not for $300. I would rather do a lot of other things first.
larry
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