Spare Key Advice
04-08-2009, 03:35 PM
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Spare Key Advice
Hey Folks,
My '03 Boxster only came with one key (previous owner didn't have another key).
Naturally, I would like to get another one. The Porsche dealer qouted $327 for the remote + key not including the programming.
Anyway, I'm not too sure I need the remote section. I'm more interested in the second key as a spare. This only works assuming that entrance into the car and the starting of the car doesn't require electronics. Is that a true statement?
I've seen a thread within this forum regarding Suncoast Parts & Accessories which has the key blank and a remote control keyhead at a fraction of the dealer cost. Is that an option? Any other options?
Your collective insight would be much appreciated.
Karl
2003 Boxster
My '03 Boxster only came with one key (previous owner didn't have another key).
Naturally, I would like to get another one. The Porsche dealer qouted $327 for the remote + key not including the programming. Anyway, I'm not too sure I need the remote section. I'm more interested in the second key as a spare. This only works assuming that entrance into the car and the starting of the car doesn't require electronics. Is that a true statement?
I've seen a thread within this forum regarding Suncoast Parts & Accessories which has the key blank and a remote control keyhead at a fraction of the dealer cost. Is that an option? Any other options?
Your collective insight would be much appreciated.
Karl
2003 Boxster
04-08-2009, 04:34 PM
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Suncoast or Sunset are pretty much the best place to get the key, but the dealer will probably still hit you with an hours labor to get the key programmed. Takes maybe 10 minutes at the most. I was able to get my local dealer to do it for a half hours labor.
Look into getting a valet key, that may be cheaper since there are no remote electronics but it will still need to have the transponder programmed.
Look into getting a valet key, that may be cheaper since there are no remote electronics but it will still need to have the transponder programmed.
04-08-2009, 05:59 PM
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You are right Marc, Suncoast is a fantastic place for accessories.
I did purchase the Lighted Keyhead (w/o remote) + Key Blank for $55 including shipping. Once I get it, I'll need to have Porsche program it. The Remote Control Keyhead was only $113, but I don't really need a second remote. If I lose the one I have, then I'll get another one...
...I can't believe that I was almost ready to fork over $327 to Porsche dealer...!
...I just hope they don't charge too much to program it...!
Karl
03 Boxster
I did purchase the Lighted Keyhead (w/o remote) + Key Blank for $55 including shipping. Once I get it, I'll need to have Porsche program it. The Remote Control Keyhead was only $113, but I don't really need a second remote. If I lose the one I have, then I'll get another one...
...I can't believe that I was almost ready to fork over $327 to Porsche dealer...!
...I just hope they don't charge too much to program it...!
Karl
03 Boxster
