BMW key replacement in Crawley
Lost every BMW key, snapped one in the door, or want a spare before you need one? We cut and program BMW keys at the car — driveway, roadside or airport car park — across Crawley, Gatwick and the surrounding towns.
BMW models we cover
BMW key types and prices
| Key type | What it is | All-in | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyless / push-to-start | No metal blade — the car starts with a button | £245 – £380 | £565 |
| Transponder chip key | Blade key with a plastic head | £160 – £245 | £380 |
| Remote fob only | Key turns fine, the remote buttons are dead | £115 – £190 | £285 |
| Basic metal key | Older car, no chip | £90 – £130 | £190 |
Ranges include the call-out, cutting, programming and VAT. Your exact figure is confirmed on the phone before a van moves.
How the BMW immobiliser works
EWS on E-series, then CAS1 through CAS4 through the 2000s and early 2010s, and FEM or BDC on F- and G-series cars. Each generation changes what is possible without removing a module.
Can you cut a BMW key with none left?
Spare keys are usually straightforward. All-keys-lost on CAS3+, FEM and BDC generally means bench work on the module to read the ISN, which takes longer and is priced accordingly.
What usually goes wrong on a BMW
- Comfort Access proximity fobs failing after water ingress
- Worn key blades on E-series cars
- Battery-drain complaints traced to a fob left inside the car
What you will need
We verify ownership on every job without exception. It is mildly inconvenient once, and it is the reason nobody else can have a key cut to your BMW.
