New Key Style for my C Class
01-12-2007, 05:40 PM
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They are certainly a little cheaper, but for us non-USA customers, we cannot benefit because their website clearly states that they do not ship outside the US.
01-12-2007, 06:18 PM
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Hey All, decided to look into whoelse is on the parts.com network and I found Duval Motor Cars http://www.duvalmotorcars.com/en_US/ and they have the key at $44.25 plus $7 shipping ground (I ordered a few other items and my shipping came out to $9.71) so just to order the key on its own thats $51.25.
Just placed the order so i'll keep you all updated as to how the processing goes!
Just placed the order so i'll keep you all updated as to how the processing goes!
01-12-2007, 10:04 PM
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I sent a stern email to Jamie yesterday afternoon and recieved a response this morning.
"Elliott, I do not know what happened to your order. My shipping guy
said that he sent it out, but I see that the order is still open in my
computer. I do not see the keys here, so I have ordered another set, and will ship them out UPS next day air on monday. I apologize for the delay and the confusion.
Jamie"
They are quite legit. But once again they didn't ask me for proof of ownership. I guess its because I ordered it on the 29th. Oh well, I'm pleased with their customer service.
"Elliott, I do not know what happened to your order. My shipping guy
said that he sent it out, but I see that the order is still open in my
computer. I do not see the keys here, so I have ordered another set, and will ship them out UPS next day air on monday. I apologize for the delay and the confusion.
Jamie"
They are quite legit. But once again they didn't ask me for proof of ownership. I guess its because I ordered it on the 29th. Oh well, I'm pleased with their customer service.
he said that my paypal payment did not have my VIN... so the key was never ordered.... too make a long story short... he said that he was ordering the key on monday and having in next day air to me to arrive on tuesday morning... he also.. did not have me send a copy of my title or insurance.... so we shall see.....
this key better be all that... ive waited forever for it......
01-12-2007, 10:14 PM
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i place my order on jan 5th and they order it on the 8th they didnt ship mine out until the 9th so ill be geting it on the 18th i paid 2 day shipping.to me this doesnt sound right.but for 76 bucks its all good compare to $300.
01-13-2007, 03:01 AM
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same with me... i actually called and left him a message today.... he returned my call and left a message... i had ordered my key on the 26th of december.... and recieved an email from him on january 3rd stating my order was complete and was to be shipped UPS....
he said that my paypal payment did not have my VIN... so the key was never ordered.... too make a long story short... he said that he was ordering the key on monday and having in next day air to me to arrive on tuesday morning... he also.. did not have me send a copy of my title or insurance.... so we shall see.....
this key better be all that... ive waited forever for it......
he said that my paypal payment did not have my VIN... so the key was never ordered.... too make a long story short... he said that he was ordering the key on monday and having in next day air to me to arrive on tuesday morning... he also.. did not have me send a copy of my title or insurance.... so we shall see.....
this key better be all that... ive waited forever for it......
01-15-2007, 01:04 PM
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UPS just delivered it to my office today... the key is niiiice! a bit heavier but niiice. hopefully it'll work (I'm not driving the w203 today, so I have to wait till I get home later on to see if it works...) 
01-15-2007, 02:04 PM
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My key arrived this afternoon in a recycled DHL envelope that was taped together. The order was placed on 1/8 and the key shipped 1/11 although the website still shows my order as "canceled". I did proved proof of insurance via fax and email.
01-15-2007, 04:37 PM
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I am very impressed with the service I received from Jamie. I ordered my key on Jan. 11 and it arrived here in Toronto, Canada today ! Wow! Went to the garage, paired it with my car by inserting it and turning on the ignition, pressed my seat memory to save my settings, then turned off. All functions work perfectly. I checked the metal key and it works as well. Checked my other two remotes and they still work. I'm a very happy customer !
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01-15-2007, 05:31 PM
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Got mine today 
Thanks C Class boyz !
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w220/177924-got-my-very-cool-new-style-oem-smart-key-today.html
Thanks C Class boyz !https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w220/177924-got-my-very-cool-new-style-oem-smart-key-today.html
01-15-2007, 08:03 PM
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Ok as per my previous posting... Duval Motor Cars DO NOT ship keys although they will do it if you order it in person with proof of ownership. Tried my best on this one! A shame guess its only a few bucks saving anyway. On a second point they are cheaper for oem replacement parts than most places i've seen on the net, shame about the key though!
01-16-2007, 12:53 AM
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for all those who have ordered and sent in their ownership info. The order status will remain cancelled because due to the current online shop the only option Jamie could use to inform us that it's "on hold" is cancelled. so if you must call him and confirm to see when yours will be shipped. I ordered Jan 4th. it was shipped last week. I'm getting it tomorrow.
01-16-2007, 01:37 AM
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alright, I love oempartsdirect now! 
the key worked perfectly! the blade too!
I'm loving this key!
btw, my order still says cancelled, but check your credit card statement/company and when it was charged, that should tell you when it shipped...
the key worked perfectly! the blade too!
I'm loving this key!
btw, my order still says cancelled, but check your credit card statement/company and when it was charged, that should tell you when it shipped...
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01-16-2007, 02:05 AM
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01-16-2007, 02:16 AM
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for all those who have ordered and sent in their ownership info. The order status will remain cancelled because due to the current online shop the only option Jamie could use to inform us that it's "on hold" is cancelled. so if you must call him and confirm to see when yours will be shipped. I ordered Jan 4th. it was shipped last week. I'm getting it tomorrow.
01-16-2007, 02:18 AM
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BIG TIME! Even the newer BMW Keys with Comfort Access PALE in comparison to the MB Keys.
There are two good things about BMW Keys that are different from MB Keys, but certainly certainly don't make them better: (1) they're rechargable, the keys recharge through the ignition; (2) they give information on the car, such as VIN number, codes, mileage, and owner when inserted into the BMW Key reader at the dealerships. But, they look like *** compared to the MB key!
There are two good things about BMW Keys that are different from MB Keys, but certainly certainly don't make them better: (1) they're rechargable, the keys recharge through the ignition; (2) they give information on the car, such as VIN number, codes, mileage, and owner when inserted into the BMW Key reader at the dealerships. But, they look like *** compared to the MB key!
01-16-2007, 02:41 AM
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BIG TIME! Even the newer BMW Keys with Comfort Access PALE in comparison to the MB Keys.
There are two good things about BMW Keys that are different from MB Keys, but certainly certainly don't make them better: (1) they're rechargable, the keys recharge through the ignition; (2) they give information on the car, such as VIN number, codes, mileage, and owner when inserted into the BMW Key reader at the dealerships. But, they look like *** compared to the MB key!
There are two good things about BMW Keys that are different from MB Keys, but certainly certainly don't make them better: (1) they're rechargable, the keys recharge through the ignition; (2) they give information on the car, such as VIN number, codes, mileage, and owner when inserted into the BMW Key reader at the dealerships. But, they look like *** compared to the MB key!
01-16-2007, 02:56 AM
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01-16-2007, 03:45 AM
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how often do you need to change the batteries? also, a good thing about the bmw key is that you can roll the windows down with the key. is there any way to do this with the mb key?
01-16-2007, 03:52 AM
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I have no clue as to how often you need to change the batteries, but you can roll the windows down and roll them up with the MB key without even having to put it into the lock. all you do is aim the key at the door handle and then press and hold the lock button or unlock button to roll up or roll down the windows respectively.
