2nd Gen R55 Clubman Where should I get another Key?

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    #1 amataurus, Nov 27, 2013
    I got one key when I bought my '08 Clubman S.

    Recommendations for getting a second? Online via ebay and programming myself OR pay $$$$ to get new one from dealer?
    - if I buy on Ebay, do I need it to be cut? or just reprogrammed at the same time I do the other?

    BTW, first one seems to be dead - although I read that if I go on a long drive that should charge it?

    Just got my MC Clubman yesterday! Still working out all the idiosynchracies
     
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    #2 Dave.0, Nov 27, 2013
    Your best bet would be go to a dealer and have a new key cut and coded to your car.

    The eBay way can be a long painful process to save a few bucks. When it comes to getting keys the dealership is the best root to take even though it cost a little more.

    Plus most dealerships will make sure everything works with the new key.
     
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    #3 eMINIparts, Nov 27, 2013
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    Let eMINIparts hook you up and everything will be good.
     
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    #5 Crashton, Nov 27, 2013
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    #6 pmsummer, Nov 27, 2013
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    #7 Onramp, Nov 27, 2013
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