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dext986

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Having only one key for the car when I bought it, i would like to get a spare. Can anyone please point me in the right direction? I have seen a few on Ebay and they say they are for the 996, would this fit? Ideally I would like a remote key, but not too picky

Thanks
 
ORIGINAL: dext986

Hi

Having only one key for the car when I bought it, i would like to get a spare. Can anyone please point me in the right direction? I have seen a few on Ebay and they say they are for the 996, would this fit? Ideally I would like a remote key, but not too picky

Thanks
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Keys have to be matched to the car, there are 3 codes, two for the car and one that comes with a new key.

ebay ones are typically code-less ie second hand and unless you're needing the key-fob parts are useless.

You don't necessarily need to go to a main dealer but they will need the Porsche computer that plugs into the car.
 
Had same problem picked up a car with only a single key. Popped into Porsche Sheffield [much to the delight of their technicians they adore anything air-cooled] and they sorted one out for me with 4 days.
They took vehicle details and extracted the necessary original data from their workshop Porsche data system. I did think afterwards what if the locks had been changed etc thankfully not a problem for me but something to be aware of.
 
It is possible for an advanced Auto Locksmith to make keys for you. What area are you in and I will give you contact details of someone capable in that area.

PS: Don't buy keys off ebay. They will invariably be wrong type for some reason or u/s. Also a lot of newer keys are one time use only, so once they are programmed to a car they are locked and uniquely passworded and cannot be programmed to another car
 
Thanks Andy.
I am in the Portsmouth Area.
I found an old link off a forum to an auto locksmith who can supply one, but does it still need programming?
Thanks again
 
Yes, there is a transponder in the key that needs pairing to the car or it will not start. Also the remote will need pairing.
 
Curiously, I got two keys with my (2001) Boxter when I bought it a year ago but only one works remotely. Tried changing the battery in the 2nd to no avail. I can only imagine that either the electronics in the key have died or it has 'un-propgrammed' itself somehow....

I contacted an OPC and they want in excess of £200 (can't remember the exact figure) for a replacement to match the one that works.

I would also be grateful to hear of any expert locksmiths who might be able to help (a little cheaper!).

Hope to bump (not literally!) in to y'all at Silverstone and/or LeMans for the WEC.

Best wishes
 

ORIGINAL: dext986

Thanks Andy.
I am in the Portsmouth Area.
I found an old link off a forum to an auto locksmith who can supply one, but does it still need programming?
Thanks again
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Yes they will still need programming but Porsche PIWIS equipment etc not necessary. Try :-

Advanced Locking & Locksmithing Ltd
Name: Peter Griffiths
Tel: 02380334104
Email: info@advancedlocksmiths.co.uk

I think he should have the necessary tools.
 

ORIGINAL: Spiggy1960

Curiously, I got two keys with my (2001) Boxter when I bought it a year ago but only one works remotely. Tried changing the battery in the 2nd to no avail. I can only imagine that either the electronics in the key have died or it has 'un-propgrammed' itself somehow....

I contacted an OPC and they want in excess of £200 (can't remember the exact figure) for a replacement to match the one that works.

I would also be grateful to hear of any expert locksmiths who might be able to help (a little cheaper!).

Hope to bump (not literally!) in to y'all at Silverstone and/or LeMans for the WEC.

Best wishes
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Which area are you?
 

ORIGINAL: Spiggy1960

Curiously, I got two keys with my (2001) Boxter when I bought it a year ago but only one works remotely. Tried changing the battery in the 2nd to no avail. I can only imagine that either the electronics in the key have died or it has 'un-propgrammed' itself somehow....
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Just a thought, but have you tried this:

http://www.porscheclubgbforum.com/tm.asp?m=736620

Jeff
 
Hi Andy

Bridport. Dorset.

Jeff. Thanks for the link. Haven't tried that trick but I will now! Stay tuned....

Best.
 
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