Getting an extra key

[Smeeagain]

Hoping not to tempt fate here but I have lost my spare key and now only have one ignition key for the car. I do have key insurance with the AA which hopefully i wont need but I'd be more comfortable having a spare.

What are my options in terms of sourcing a new one - presumably direct from BMW at horrendous cost?

What am I looking at here and what info will they need from me - will I need to take along log book as proof of ownership etc as I would image (or at least hope) they don't just hand out keys to anyone!

Smee

[X5Sport]

Proof of identity, V5, VIN, and something over £100 for the privilege of bothering them. You can code it to the car yourself or ask them to do it (it takes about 5 mins). Keys usually come from Münich.

[Themoog2]

Same here.. Ive only had one key for years so I may take the plunge and get a spare.
Are BMW dealers open? I ordered something 2 months ago just before house arrest and it hasn't showed up yet.

[X5Sport]

Some are. My local dealer re-opens from Monday for servicing and parts only.

[Greydog]

With new car sales almost non existent do you think they will be more attentive to their other customers

New key for mine was £110 they used the Key I was using in a reader to order then just needed the V5 as proof when picking it up, pairing is simple.

[Graeme]

Interesting notes about cost. I had to get a new one for my E70 about 4 years ago. Cost £163, delivered in 24 hours after ordering in person, fully coded. Can't remember if I had to provide separate ID as I had the original key and the car to give all the details needed.

Graeme

[Smeeagain]

Thanks for the replies gents, I will get a new key once they open again.

Smee