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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 10:24 am

Like a fool i managed to loose my set of keys with the one and only key for my e30....

Is there anyway of finding a code or reference to have a new key cut?

There is a code on my steering column but it looks more like a part number code as it is only 8 digits long

Any help would be great

Thanks
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 10:27 am

Take the v5 and Vin number to a BMW dealer they will order a new key.
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 10:32 am

Blitz wrote:Take the v5 and Vin number to a BMW dealer they will order a new key.
Hopefully the car still has its original lockset.
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 11:17 am

Just use a spoon.
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 11:21 am

if you can get a lock out, take it to a locksmiths and get a key cut to the lock - costs around £30 in hayes
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 11:58 am

Phill172 wrote:Like a fool i managed to loose my set of keys with the one and only key for my e30....

Is there anyway of finding a code or reference to have a new key cut?

There is a code on my steering column but it looks more like a part number code as it is only 8 digits long

Any help would be great

Thanks
Give me your VIN number and Il get you a quote. I need the last 7 digits. I binned my E21 key and I got a new one cut for like 6 pounds
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 1:57 pm

Ok great thanks very much for the info, the locks look like originals...
The one key i had did all the locks inc boot and ignition

Verde - thank you and ill send that over this evening when i get home
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Post Thu Jan 30, 2014 5:05 pm

Probably a good idea to order two!