QuirkEinstein Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 I have misplaced one of the keys for my 21 Evoque. I own the remaining original. What would be the approximate cost for a dealer to provide a replacement? Is it possible for an automotive locksmith to provide a lower price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p00rmansp0rsche Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 It is possible to purchase a fob from online marketplaces like Amazon or eBay and have a locksmith cut the blank key. However, it is necessary to have the key coded, and it is unclear if this requires an IID type code reader or whether it can only be done by the primary dealer. If it is the second option, I would expect the cost to be in the hundreds of pounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
br1anuk Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 It is also programming the automobile's system to prevent a lost key from being able to enter the car. Not all individuals who come into possession of a vehicle fob can be trusted to act honestly. If the fob is not blocked or misplaced within the immediate area, they might simply attempt to use the fob intermittently until they discover the car it grants entry to. The 21 Evoque requires dealer-level access in order to do security coding. I believe that IID does not possess the necessary level of access inside the updated software architecture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkippyTom Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 Discovered this product in continental Europe, where the prices are high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darrellll Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 I estimate that the cost of this service at a dealership, which includes key replacement, programming, and coding, would be about £400 to £500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p00rmansp0rsche Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 Does your insurance policy provide coverage for missing keys? Certainly, it is essential to consider the rise in insurance costs associated with future claims. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkEinstein Posted July 1, 2024 Author Share Posted July 1, 2024 Thank you for the assistance provided by everyone. Regrettably, there is no coverage for misplaced keys. Lost key amid expansive 100-acre rural fields. There is no possibility of it being utilised by a thief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ortsmatt Posted July 1, 2024 Share Posted July 1, 2024 Perhaps acquiring a metal detector might prove to be a more cost-effective option, in addition to taking a few weeks off for vacation and purchasing three sets of hiking boots? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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