I phoned my local Audi dealership who said a key would cost $150 to get (blade is an extra $70!) and to program it would probably be another $55. The guy said I can't buy a used one off ebay to reprogram. I bought mine used btw.

Any ideas?
Seems so expensive.

Thanks

 

The important part of the key is the 'chip' that the immobilizer reads information from. Most keys on eBay are knockoffs and won't work to start your car. I've heard even used authentic ones can't be used on a second car.

I think the cheapest key is the plastic one, for about $130 all in.

Here's another thread.

https://www.audiforum.ca/a4-b6-typ-8e-8h-2001%962005-76/keys-ecs-tuning-66334/

 

hi I read the other thread you posted about.

Does ECS tuning program the key for you too if you provide the VIN?

 

Must provide VIN#, Drivers License, and Registration when ordering. Coding for immobilizer must be done at a VW/Audi dealership.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B5_S4--2.7T/ES248875/