Honda Car Forum

diana - b · #11 (**permalink**) 12 Sep 2007, 12:30 pm

I got a key from Ebay for £25 for my Ford Probe. I didn't set the code and the day arrived when I lost my original key. Four attempts later (half an hour each time) and the car started. Thought I'd better switch off and try it again just to make sure the code was set properly and it wouldn't start. It was just a 'get you home' key. One use and thats it. So my advice is don't buy one from Ebay. Scrap - yard?

BRYAN D · #12 (**permalink**) 12 Sep 2007, 12:32 pm

complain to honda or try to negotiate a deal

hairytaters · #13 (**permalink**) 12 Sep 2007, 12:35 pm

you could try going directly to the manufacturer that may save you some pennies

JAMES C · #14 (**permalink**) 12 Sep 2007, 12:36 pm

Try checking with a good local locksmith some of them have the tools to make you a spare key from the one that has a transponder. I had one done in Chesterfield for £48.00

drawings_online · #15 (**permalink**) 12 Sep 2007, 12:38 pm

Easy Peasy, just get any fob from the same model car off ebay, then just find a recoding specialist. They're common (for the very reason your asking) and easily found in yellow pages or on yahoo, they normally charge about £30 to £50 depending on the car.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
My car dealership wants £170 for a new key to my car - is there a cheaper way to get one?	Antonym	Honda Technical	0	12 Sep 2007 11:50 am
where can I buy cheaper honda civic in LA/OC?	ANININGER	Honda Technical	2	26 Aug 2007 10:08 am
Seeking for cheaper parts	Alain + Ivy	Honda 2	3	28 Apr 2006 12:04 am
Honda dealer cheaper, much cheaper than independent mechanic	chibitul	Honda 3	10	26 Feb 2006 02:50 am
Where to Buy MDX at Invoice or cheaper then MSRP	Gary Segal	Acura	4	23 Apr 2004 11:05 am

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)