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Old Oct 1, 2006 | 12:57 PM
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Buying Smartkey by mail?

So in my head, i'm thinking that if we used credit card, provided VIN, had a copy
of DL or registration and provided that to the out-of-state dealer, why wouldn't
they sell? Anyone ever try? $250 from one dealer...vs $150 from another
seems quite a spread.
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Old Oct 1, 2006 | 06:01 PM
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I envy you guys with 98-02 W210s

atleast u don't have to suffer a dodgy remote like I do with my car

lol sorry for the offtopic but I don't think any dealer would do that (not that I kno of)
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Old Oct 2, 2006 | 09:56 AM
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Originally Posted by ReZzZ320
I envy you guys with 98-02 W210s

atleast u don't have to suffer a dodgy remote like I do with my car

lol sorry for the offtopic but I don't think any dealer would do that (not that I kno of)

I agree with the remote... It's cool for it's time.... Better than no remote locking capability :-)
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Old Oct 3, 2006 | 04:17 AM
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Old Oct 7, 2006 | 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by raymond g-
So in my head, i'm thinking that if we used credit card, provided VIN, had a copy
of DL or registration and provided that to the out-of-state dealer, why wouldn't
they sell? Anyone ever try? $250 from one dealer...vs $150 from another
seems quite a spread.
you'd have to have connects without having to go down in person with the registration and ID. They're pretty strict on these things, you gotta know somebody to get a key copied if it's not in your name, even if it's a family member's.

why all the hassle? it's not hard to assume someone's identity.
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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 02:21 AM
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what a difference a few months made.... now, the forums are alive with folks
ordering the Smartkeys online for $50. I know I did
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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 10:42 AM
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Question Where to buy

I have 2 now and both work (seemingly original, at least look identical) so I don't really need one. But, I like the looks of the newest ones with the metal strips on the sides. What do these mail-order ones look like please?

Also, what is the address or website?

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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Musikmann
I have 2 now and both work (seemingly original, at least look identical) so I don't really need one. But, I like the looks of the newest ones with the metal strips on the sides. What do these mail-order ones look like please?

Also, what is the address or website?

Thanks,
Mm
I'm going to order a new one, too!!

See thread below:
https://mbworld.org/forums/s-class-w220/177924-got-my-very-cool-new-style-oem-smart-key-today.html
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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 05:33 PM
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I'm going to order a new one, too!!

See thread below:
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Thanks venezzia,

I just ordered mine and am waiting for them to ask me for the proof of ownership
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Old Jan 30, 2007 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by raymond g-
what a difference a few months made.... now, the forums are alive with folks
ordering the Smartkeys online for $50. I know I did
Ordered mine, about $60 with shipping. Came in 1 week, worked perfect right out of the box.
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Old Mar 4, 2007 | 10:44 AM
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isthis the infrared key for 98+? where did you get it for $60 and can it be programmed by me or have to go to the dealer? thanks
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