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05-23-2018, 09:47 AM

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2017 AMG C43, 2004 G35 coupe

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Alright so I messed up and lost one of my keys. Dealer is quoting close to $600 for a replacement. Any other options?

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05-23-2018, 02:00 PM

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Hmmm... Can keys be reprogrammed? I have a spare from my 17 c43 that was totaled.

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05-23-2018, 03:12 PM

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Hmmm... Can keys be reprogrammed? I have a spare from my 17 c43 that was totaled.

Not sure if it can be done. If that is an option, that would be great. Never lost a key so I have no idea how it works. Sorry to hear about your C43 though. What did you replace it with?

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05-23-2018, 03:47 PM

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No it cannot be done by normal means.

Only very specialized equipment(big bucks) can do these things.

You're only option is the dealer(maybe call several for pricing)

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05-23-2018, 04:21 PM

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Not sure if it can be done. If that is an option, that would be great. Never lost a key so I have no idea how it works. Sorry to hear about your C43 though. What did you replace it with?

Thanks! I got another one... a 2018 though.

About the key fob...As mentioned above my old fob is basically a paper weight. After a quick google search it appears they are paired for life to the original vehicle..

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05-26-2018, 08:21 AM

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I think the OP may need to do some research on this. It should come in cheaper than that.

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05-26-2018, 09:56 AM

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Well, I called atleast 5 dealers in the socal area. The typical range seems to be $500-$600. Guess I just have to deal with it. Lesson learnt!

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05-26-2018, 10:11 AM

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Maybe you can ask those thieves who have been using that special tool to unlock keyless entry cars

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05-30-2018, 09:29 PM

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I also lost a key to my 2017 E300 and was quoted $880 from the dealer. That just sounds insane. There must be another way. Anyone?

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05-31-2018, 08:46 AM

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Have you tried calling Tumbler? I hear he's pretty good at getting Mercedes keys?

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06-01-2018, 11:42 PM

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$880? Jeez, Louise.

Good reason to not lose your old one.

Should give some locksmiths motivation to sell them for less.

And if you've got an dead or partially working one in a drawer that went through the laundry, get it fixed.

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