[TConover]

Hey I just got an e38 from 1998. What's the best way to get a replacement key for it? And how much would it cost?

[jethro7]

It is expensive, but the most reliable source for replacement keys is the dealer.

[Dackelone]

Dealer. Its not as expensive as a new remote key fob for late model BMW's (~$400 for one key + coding). I think for an e38 your looking at under ~$150 Bring a copy of your title or registration to your dealer. They have to order a key from BMW AG.

[TConover]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

Dealer. Its not as expensive as a new remote key fob for late model BMW's (~$400 for one key + coding). I think for an e38 your looking at under ~$150 Bring a copy of your title or registration to your dealer. They have to order a key from BMW AG.

Awesome. Thanks man.

[Twixboy]

You could buy a blank key and a BMW key programmer (AK-90), but by the time you're done you're at nearly $100. Personally I'd just go to the dealer unless you think you'll use the key programmer more than once.

[TConover]

Originally Posted by Twixboy

You could buy a blank key and a BMW key programmer (AK-90), but by the time you're done you're at nearly $100. Personally I'd just go to the dealer unless you think you'll use the key programmer more than once.

Thanks man. I actually just ordered like a 99 cent rubber piece to replace my worn out buttons hahaha.

Best $.99 ever spent. Lol