Buying a second key...

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Hey guys,

I purchased my F-Type back in December, thanks to much help and support from many of you here.

I ADORE the car, I'm stoked every time I have to head out in it, I simply can't wait for some better weather in the UK, it's a real handful in the wet.

When I decided on the car, I didn't realise it only came with one key. I went through with the purchase though, after so much deliberating I wasn't going to let me put this off.

However, I just called Jaguar and they've quoted me a staggering £738... I was astounded.

My question is, does anyone here have any experience using a third party? I don't mind paying a few hundred pounds, but over £700 feels disgusting.

Thanks in advance!
 
The older key coding system is on cars 00001 to 08869 (last five digits of VIN) and allows non Jaguar dealers to programme keys.
This is done via the OBD port.

Cars 08870 and onwards, in 2015 JLR changed the system so that the OBD is taken out of the equation for key programming.
The new system has a separate module that will only talk to the two original keys so you can't clone/create any new ones.
If you lose one or require a replacement then you will get stung for two new keys and a new module which is probably why you have a quote for £738.
 
Thanks simpleR.

You're right, the parts team has just explained I need an entirely new module, unfortunately.

Now I have to decide if I want to risk living with one key...
 
If you have keyless entry, I would separate the key from your keychain and keep it in your wallet.
Then you have no reason to ever take the key out (apart from giving it the JLR service guys).
That should reduce the risk of losing the key.
OTOH, if you do not have keyless entry, then I would get the new keys.
 
As a guide, if I put my car into used.jaguar.co.uk as part of a trade in, the used price they will offer me drops by £600 if I say I only have 1 key.

Up to you what you do. My opinion would be:
If your keeping it and/or have the InControl Remote feature (so you can open the car from your phone) and/or your good at not losing things or keeping the car anyway then perhaps live with one key, you have so far.

If your going to sell it/trade it in the future then you'll get the majority of the investment back as a higher resale value so you could do it now.
 
I had two key fobs when I bought mine from Inchcape , keep fobs in protective wallets just in case of scanning .
Have we had pictures of your F yet ?
 
simpleR said:
As a guide, if I put my car into used.jaguar.co.uk as part of a trade in, the used price they will offer me drops by £600 if I say I only have 1 key.

Up to you what you do. My opinion would be:
If your keeping it and/or have the InControl Remote feature (so you can open the car from your phone) and/or your good at not losing things or keeping the car anyway then perhaps live with one key, you have so far.

If your going to sell it/trade it in the future then you'll get the majority of the investment back as a higher resale value so you could do it now.
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Thanks mate.

I’ve heard people talking about in control, a feature I don’t have right now. Maybe this is a more practical option to look at. I’ll do some research on having it installed. Thanks again.
 
stevejag said:
I had two key fobs when I bought mine from Inchcape , keep fobs in protective wallets just in case of scanning .
Have we had pictures of your F yet ?
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Hey bud!

You haven’t seen any pictures yet, I’ve been waiting to get it detailed first, but I’ll give you a sneak peak. I’ve been trawling through detailers too, trying to find a good one in the Yorkshire area. Perhaps another post for some recommendations.

Here is a sneak peak…

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Welcome to the forum jmm detailing in Barnsley are very good a young lad called josh had mine done there a couple of pics
 

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T50 YOX - IRR can look so much different under various lighting condition. Car looks stunning. I'm biased but think IRR is one of the better colours (when clean)
 
I looked hard and long to get an irr with the spec I wanted I am also biased it’s the best coulour for me thanks Tony 👍😀😀
 
Sorry for delay, I’ve been stacked with work!

I’m based in Holmfirth. I’ve got the car going into Jag dealer for a service in a couple of weeks, then I’ll be looking for the detail later in May ready for spring/summer!

I’m also keen to hear thoughts on any independent garages recommended in the area, I’ve got real mixed reviews from my local jag and it seems to be the luck of who you get, rather than a consistent experience from a great indie. Perhaps another thread, or I’ll search through these great forums.

Gave it a wash at the weekend, a couple more pics for those asking.
 

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simpleR said:
As a guide, if I put my car into used.jaguar.co.uk as part of a trade in, the used price they will offer me drops by £600 if I say I only have 1 key.

Up to you what you do. My opinion would be:
If your keeping it and/or have the InControl Remote feature (so you can open the car from your phone) and/or your good at not losing things or keeping the car anyway then perhaps live with one key, you have so far.

If your going to sell it/trade it in the future then you'll get the majority of the investment back as a higher resale value so you could do it now.
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Is it possible to upgrade to InControl? Out of curiosity, that might make a lot more sense?
 
I don't know whether your car, number 17340, was originally spec'ed with InControl features or not or whether it was continued after the first 3 years lapsed.

That would be one for Jaguar dealer or customer care team to advise.
 
As far as I know, Incontrol Secure and Incontrol Remote are independent of each other. When I bought my car (MY16) I downloaded the Jaguar Remote app to my phone and, with a bit of help from my local dealer pairing me as the new owner on Jaguar's system and having paid the annual InControl Remote subscription, I can now lock/unlock or start the car from my phone.

In other words, I don't think a prior subscription to Incontrol is necessary to get it up and running as a new owner.

Hope this helps with your key dilemma!
 
NavigatorNI said:
As far as I know, Incontrol Secure and Incontrol Remote are independent of each other. When I bought my car (MY16) I downloaded the Jaguar Remote app to my phone and, with a bit of help from my local dealer pairing me as the new owner on Jaguar's system and having paid the annual InControl Remote subscription, I can now lock/unlock or start the car from my phone.

In other words, I don't think a prior subscription to Incontrol is necessary to get it up and running as a new owner.

Hope this helps with your key dilemma!
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Thanks! Maybe a conversation for the dealership when I take her down for the service in a couple of weeks.
 
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