ebayjunky

hey all I want to know if I ccan buy used keys off ebay instead of going to dealer and paying 400, are they easly programmed, or is this a dealer must. I only have one key and looking to get a spare.

sleeperGS

I duno about buying keys on e-bay but you can get the key programmed by some locksmits.

djspawn00

I bought blanks on ebay and they worked fine. I paid $60 for one that looks OEM and was supposedly produced by the OEM manufacturer.. and $15 for one that was just a key with a lexus logo and build in transponder. Both work fine and both included programming instructions. Programming took a few minutes to get right but its step by step. However the one key you do have needs to be a Master Key. You can't program off of a valet key.

HGill

Where did you get the key cut?

Rezaxxed

iTrader: (8)

I believe SEWELL can make a key for you. That's the route I'm going with. I currently have one key so I need another one just in case i lose my master key.

Contact Sewell Lexus.

Trav7414

Don't know if anyone knew, but you can use your valet key sensor to program to your new key(when program, just make sure to place them next to your valet key just like when you start your engine with valet key). I tried it before with success. I bought 2 keys off ebay(one flip, one standard) and they both works fine after cutting at Fort Worth Sewell Lexus. Cost $15each. Only take 2 minutes.

gsrell

I heard about this from others on this site: www.toy-lex.com

Try it out...let us know.

I'm in need also...

1998GS300

I have a GS300, the key broke away from the fob, and the lock/unlock no longer worked.

http://sparecarkeys.com/catalog/inde...75a579ca957def

Need your VIN number, and a couple of details. Got a complete new key, already cut and ready to be reprogrammed with included instructions. No need for locksmith or dealership intervention. Worked as advertised, $135.00 + s&h (like $5.00) - almost forgot, you need to email in a copy of your insurance card, showing the VIN #...

ocean350

If u have the master key, it is easy. call Swell Lexus and it will be a smooth transaction. i got mine for about $169, i think...
the programming instructions in on CL. BUT U NEED a working master key.

if u dont have a master key......i think only dealer can help u.

u can try ebay....but it might be troublesome.

sakataj

iTrader: (182)

um FYI SEWELL is a dealer so u dont even need the master key to get a key from them, i ordered one from them. they r in dallas i think and im in memphis but they were cheapest and all i needed was my vin # and proof of ownership of the car and they made me one!

Trav7414

I told you guys that you can re-programmed your new key with valet key. Trust me, I done it with my car. Well mine's '04 GS, so dunno if they're the same.

pingu

You cannot reprogram other keys using a valet key. You need a master key. This is why many members had to reflash the locking/unlock computer because they lost their keys.

djspawn00

pingu is right

i got mine cut at a local locksmith.

benbuilt4u

iTrader: (5)

got a master off ebay for 50 had it cut cost 25 and programmed off a post here on CL works perfect

Mikeswing

I only have a valet key because my other one got stolen. Can I get a master off eBay and have it programmed and cut at my local dealer? Or should I go another route? Please advise and thanks in advance.