I just called my local dealer to get a duplicate key for my 2001 ML320. Quoted me $115.00 for the key + $60.00 to program it. I am in Los Angeles. Is this fair, and also is there any other way to buy a duplicate key and then just have the dealer program it??

Thank you

Allison

 

Allison,

Here's what I did - went on ebay and found a replacement FOB (make sure the FCC Code and Model# match your existing)
I think I paid $23.00 - The MB Dealer can make you a replacement "Blade" for $6.00 to replace the one that comes on your ebay FOB(you'll need VIN#, registration, ect) My dealer here in Michigan charged $80.00 to re-program the FOB I bought on ebay - work great.

You'll save a few bucks anyway.....

Tom

 

Allison, which dealer is that? I am also in Los Angeles, and I called House of import for the replacement and they wanted over $300!. I would get that right away at 115 + 60.

 

I'm in Miami, and I paid $400.00 for key and $115.00 for programing. Go and get IT....

 

Allison, I am also in Los Angeles and I need to get the key replaced, where is the dealership that offers the key for around $200

 

doesnt the truck have to be at the dealership too ?
Or can the fobs be mailed for programming ?