Key Fob Replacement

Marodon · 01-23-2024, 04:39 PM

The Key Fob I use everyday is showing signs of ware (some dents and scratches), it works perfectly but compared to the spare one it looks well used - like myself.
Just wondering if anyone has replaced just the outer case or shell as I believe a BMW replacement (entire new Fob) is expensive, it's a 2019 G30.
Any thoughts or experience on this would be most welcome.

silverydragon72 · 01-23-2024, 05:23 PM

Id recommend just throwing a case on it to hide the scratches behind a shiny case. Just be aware most of the nicer looking ones are a pain to get open again so if you need the removable key its practically impossible without a small screwdriver.

KillerB · 01-23-2024, 05:41 PM

For sure the new one is expensive! $522 for my 2021.

CrippledLucifer · 01-23-2024, 06:24 PM

Have you looked into ordering a new blank aftermarket key from eBay and then having a local BMW locksmith program it to your car? It'll be almost the exact same weight and look as the OEM one for a fraction of the price. I don't own a G30 so I can't comment on availability, but I did get the G05 X5 Competition replica key for my F10 after I got bored of the ugly stock fob. Cost me a total of $150CAD including the keyfob itself + programming.

buddyboy · 01-23-2024, 06:45 PM

I got a spare key fob shell from AliExpress recently. $15. I couldn't believe the quality for the money! Swapped my circuit board in yesterday, you would not be able to tell the difference!

Warp Ten · 01-24-2024, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by silverydragon72

Id recommend just throwing a case on it to hide the scratches behind a shiny case. Just be aware most of the nicer looking ones are a pain to get open again so if you need the removable key its practically impossible without a small screwdriver.

I am sure such covers exist for BMWs but I have done it only for my Corvette. The covers match my car's color and the buttons all work fine. But Silverydragon72 is right, you need a small screwdriver or some similar implement to open the cover. I have only needed to open it when changing batteries. --Bob

Edit: As I expected, I Googled BMW G30 key fob covers" and got lots of alternatives. --Bob

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Marodon New Member 18 Rep 27 Posts Drives: BMW 520D G30 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Key Fob Replacement The Key Fob I use everyday is showing signs of ware (some dents and scratches), it works perfectly but compared to the spare one it looks well used - like myself. Just wondering if anyone has replaced just the outer case or shell as I believe a BMW replacement (entire new Fob) is expensive, it's a 2019 G30. Any thoughts or experience on this would be most welcome.
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silverydragon72 Private First Class 147 Rep 134 Posts Drives: BMW M550 2021 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0)	Id recommend just throwing a case on it to hide the scratches behind a shiny case. Just be aware most of the nicer looking ones are a pain to get open again so if you need the removable key its practically impossible without a small screwdriver.
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KillerB New Member 11 Rep 26 Posts Drives: BMW M550i Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Phenix City, Alabama iTrader: (0) Garage List 2021 BMW M550i [0.00]	For sure the new one is expensive! $522 for my 2021.
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CrippledLucifer First Lieutenant 127 Rep 369 Posts Drives: '09 E90 328i 6MT, '16 F10 535i Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Ottawa, Ontario iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW 535i [0.00] 2009 BMW 328i [0.00]	Have you looked into ordering a new blank aftermarket key from eBay and then having a local BMW locksmith program it to your car? It'll be almost the exact same weight and look as the OEM one for a fraction of the price. I don't own a G30 so I can't comment on availability, but I did get the G05 X5 Competition replica key for my F10 after I got bored of the ugly stock fob. Cost me a total of $150CAD including the keyfob itself + programming.
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buddyboy First Lieutenant 265 Rep 331 Posts Drives: 17 540ix Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	I got a spare key fob shell from AliExpress recently. $15. I couldn't believe the quality for the money! Swapped my circuit board in yesterday, you would not be able to tell the difference! __________________ Pure800, Dorch DS2, VRSF sports cat, MST intake, MHD ECA, XHP, Pureboost.de custom tuned
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