Number Of Keys...

[jtcoops]

Hi

I had a Y-reg IS200 SE from new and had two keys, plus a valet key (only opened doors and ignition).

Am about to buy an X-reg IS200 Sport for the other half, but the current owner maintains they only ever had 2 keys for it - and no valet key.

Is this possible? Am always worried with the prospect of not getting all the keys, in case it gets nicked or something silly. Is it only later cars that come with 3 keys, or should I be suspect on this?

Thanks

Jeff

[ifraz]

You should get 3 keys with all the models.

[Pies]

I only got one key for mine! I asked the dealer and they said they only give out what's handed in.

[SteveL]

Mine's an x reg and i got all 3

[Cheds]

I only got two keys with mine no valet key

[Scorpion]

All 3 with my 00 Sport.

[whiteman]

I have only 2 keys no valet key,

[ColinBarber]

I only got one key for mine! I asked the dealer and they said they only give out what's handed in.

If you loose that it will cost you over £1000 to put right - new ECU required etc.

[aido]

Previous owner only handed the master key in to the dealer with mine, they bought me one new master key, so I don't have the valet key either.

[Scorpion]

All those without 3 sets will get their cars nicked at some stage

[aido]

**** hell Pete you've got me worried now :o

Probably a good idea to change the number plate then

[bondms]

If you have a master key, there must surely be a way making the immobiliser forget the missing keys? That way the missing keys will still open the door but won't start the car or disable the alarm.

[ColinBarber]

If you have a master key, there must surely be a way making the immobiliser forget the missing keys? That way the missing keys will still open the door but won't start the car or disable the alarm.

Yes there is and you can unprogram the missing keys from the alarm/central locking.

[Scorpion]

I was only kidding

[aido]

Doh

OK I'm gullible

[jonthebarber]

2 keys only .

[wills]

I've still got the masterkey for a prelude vtec and a 5 series and and a spare for a T5

[SHAHZ]

Dealer gave me two keys and not the valet key -- went back to dealer and they made up one for me :D