Messiahlee

Hi everyone.

So I just picked up this A4 for my dads retirement gift for winter that needs a few things, that turned out to be a headache.
I got the car with no keys cause last owner lost them. Last owner ordered new keys by using vin number. When the keys arrived they learned that that keys didn't match so they ordered another just in case bad cut.
Nope still no go, the Dealer thinks the previous owner before seller had locks changed.
My guess vandalism, attempted theft/theft because key from vin code only works on trunk.
I wanted to ask for your wisdom/knowledge what you think my options are.

1. Buy new ignition lock cylinder with keys(located for decent price) and install it myself, but I can't source door lock from anywhere besides dealer.

2. Purchase aftermarket Audi key from ebay with transponder, pull door lock cylinder off door, take it to a qualified Locksmith and then get keys made and programmed at dealer.

My question is the Locksmith way, will it be just as easy to program key as the keys that come with a new ignition lock cylinder?

What are are my options and what would you recommend from your experience?

BTW Dealer charging over 2.5K to have all locks changed and keys programmed.

Please help I am desperately in need of your guidance.

Thank you very much in advance .

Cybersombosis

Get a working set from someone parting out their car and do it yourself. Doing the door is simple enough. If you are handy, then the ignition should also be doable. Same with the trunk. Can you get the ignition and door lock re-keyed by a locksmith? That would be the first route so the vin will always match the locks but that is just me. Good luck.

Doug

Messiahlee

Thanks for the advice. The locks on door and ignition don't match the vin cause I think it was switched before. The keys ordered using vin only matched trunk and wouldn't even go in lock opening. A friend of mine sourced a complete set on ebay for me, hopefully it works.
My back up plan is to source some oem ones new or used.

What do you guys think about this set?
ebay.ca/itm/141110849673?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1

Cybersombosis

Link doesn't work.

Doug

Messiahlee

Try this

Audi A4 1996 2001 Lock Set Ignition Doors and Trunk 96 01AUDI A4 | eBay

Thanks

Cybersombosis

Looks pretty good if it works and great price too.