Lost your BMW keys? Need a spare? Auburn Lock & Car Keys provides mobile BMW key replacement service throughout Auburn, Kent, Federal Way, Renton, Tacoma, and the rest of South King and Pierce counties. We handle many BMW models on-site, saving you a tow to the BMW dealer. Important honesty disclaimer: some 2018+ BMW models with advanced CAS4/FEM/BDC security require dealer programming. We verify capability via your VIN before dispatching, so you don't waste a service call.
Older E46 and E90 generations handled on-site. F30 (2012-2018) often handled. G20 (2019+) may require dealer for all-keys-lost.
Similar generational considerations — older models often handled on-site, newer G30 may require dealer for some scenarios.
BMW SUV lineup — older generations typically handled, current generation depends on year and security level.
Smaller BMW models with similar key technology variations.
Coupe, convertible, and flagship sedan models.
Roadster with BMW key technology.
Electric BMW models — current generation often requires dealer.
M3, M4, M5, X3M, X5M and other M models use the same key system as base trims.
MINI (BMW-owned) — Cooper, Countryman, Clubman — we handle many.
| Key Type | Typical Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BMW CAS2 keys (1995-2009) | $185-$345 | Older BMW comfort access system. Most handled on-site. |
| BMW CAS3 keys (2004-2014) | $245-$425 | Mid-generation BMW system. Most handled on-site. |
| BMW CAS3+ keys | $285-$485 | Slightly updated CAS3 system on later models. |
| BMW CAS4/CAS4+ keys (2009-2017) | Quote on VIN | Some handled on-site, some require dealer depending on specific model. |
| BMW FEM/BDC keys (2014+) | Often dealer-required | Newer BMW security platform. We check via VIN; some yes, some no. |
| BMW EWS keys | $165-$295 | Older BMW immobilizer system from late 90s/early 2000s. Most handled. |
| MINI keys | $225-$485 | MINI uses BMW key technology. Most generations handled on-site. |
Prices vary by exact model, year, and whether you have a working spare. Mileage adjustments apply outside Auburn — quoted upfront. Call (253) 796-8550 for an exact quote on your specific BMW.
Step 1: Call us with your VIN. Year, make, and model help, but the VIN tells us exactly what key technology your specific BMW uses and whether we can handle it on-site. We verify upfront so you don't waste a service call.
Step 2: Flat-rate quote. Based on your VIN and key situation, we quote a flat-rate price over the phone. The number you hear is the number you pay.
Step 3: Mobile service to your location. We come to wherever your BMW is parked — your driveway, work parking lot, the side of the road. No towing required.
Step 4: ID verification. We verify proof of ownership (registration, title, or insurance + photo ID). This is required for everyone — it's how we protect your vehicle from theft via fake locksmith calls.
Step 5: Cut and program the key. Most BMW keys take 20-60 minutes. All-keys-lost programming can take longer due to security timer delays built into the vehicle.
Step 6: Test and go. We confirm everything works — door locks, ignition/start, remote functions if applicable — then you drive away with a fully working key.
Sometimes yes, sometimes no — it depends on your specific model and year. Older BMW models (pre-2014) we typically handle on-site. Newer BMW models (2015+) with FEM/BDC security often require dealer programming for all-keys-lost scenarios, though spare key duplication may still be possible. We verify capability via your VIN before dispatching so you don't waste a service call.
BMW key pricing varies significantly. Older BMW CAS2/CAS3 keys: $185-$425. Newer BMW smart keys: $285-$485+ when we can handle them. Dealer programming when required can add significant cost. We quote flat-rate upfront based on your specific VIN. Even when we handle BMWs on-site, we're usually 40-60% less than dealer pricing.
Maybe — depends on your model. For older BMW models (pre-2014), yes for most. For newer BMWs (2015+), all-keys-lost often requires BMW dealer programming. We can sometimes still cut the emergency blade and do a partial workaround, but full all-keys-lost programming on modern BMWs often needs the dealer.
When we handle a BMW on-site: typically 45-90 minutes due to BMW's more complex programming requirements compared to mainstream brands. All-keys-lost programming when feasible takes longer.
Often yes for older X5 generations. Newer X5s (G05 — 2019+) may require dealer for all-keys-lost. If you have a working spare and need a duplicate, that's more often possible. We verify via VIN.
Yes — MINI is BMW-owned and uses BMW key technology. We handle most MINI Cooper, Countryman, and Clubman models on-site. Same VIN-based verification process applies.
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