Replacement key for Boxster

[mattbcardiff]

Where is the best place to get a replacement key (the kind that operates the doors/alarm, bonnet & boot) is direct from the Porsche dealer the only option and any idea how much they cost inc programming/cutting? or can any indepenedents do it?

Cheers

[Dunit]

Hi
You will need to go to an opc for this.They will get the key no from the master file at the factory.Also they will supply you with a Transponder head.Pop the car in and then they reprogram all your keys,good idea if you are missing one.Comes to about £210 approx.

[Exy]

My OPC quoted for a new key a fortnight ago @ £90 + VAT.

Can't remember wether it was 15 min or 30 min workshop time re-programming.

Total quote was approx £145.

I only need the rubbery bit (3 button MY04 986) and took a bit of convincing (the OPC) that the electronics just pop out!! Eventually he returned "Don't list that part sir only the complete key, a bit odd I agree as there is a wear issue with them".

If anyone wants to swap their rubbery bit (OO-er), perhaps trading in and one key as new or knows of someone selling a key I would appreciate a heads up.

I have spotted a Canadian company advertising 2-button and 3 button keys on flea-bay, bit chancy but hey who knows what you'll get for £50!!

[mattbcardiff]

Just been to Porsche in Cardiff and it cost £137 invc VAT for a replacement blipper, the blade was fine so didnt need that replacing , all done while I waited.

[DiscoColin]

Exy said:

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I only need the rubbery bit (3 button MY04 986) and took a bit of convincing (the OPC) that the electronics just pop out!! Eventually he returned "Don't list that part sir only the complete key, a bit odd I agree as there is a wear issue with them".

If anyone wants to swap their rubbery bit (OO-er), perhaps trading in and one key as new or knows of someone selling a key I would appreciate a heads up.
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Carnewal do 2 button 996 heads (including the CGT one) for 100 or 125 Euros - maybe they could get you one for civilised cash (though you would still need it to be coded at an OPC).