I just lost a set of keys for my 1989 mercedes 300E. I have one set left. I wanted to get another set made. Is it possible to get them cut somewhere or do I have to buy a whole new ignition lock cylinder? If I have to buy a new cylinder hoe do I install it?

Thanks Fab

Apply at your local Mercedes dealer.
You need proof of ownership and vin #.
Keys are about $16.00 each.

The keys will be Vin # specific and will fit your locks.

Wait time is 3 to 6 days. Keys are made in Dallas Tx.

Key shops cannot help you.


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I went to my local dealer and they said that I would have to show ownership and then I would have to wait about 1 - 2 weeks and they will get a key made from Germany at the cost of $183.71 plus taxes. They also said that they do not cut keys.

Your dealer is full of it !

I have before me right now, an invoice : Aug 03. 2006 from Mercedes of OKC for one master key for my 1992 300e.
Part #126-760-10-06. KEY. List : $16.00.



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Master key = Square black plastic head.
Valet key = Oval black plastic head ( some with red dot.)
Spare key = Half moon steel, with no black plastic head.



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I have purchased a blank on ebay...then had my local hardware store cut it..

this is for a 1989 300e.... i splurged on the keyhead... about 13-15 shipped... plus i think 5 dollars to cut it...

the hardware guy was nervous, but it worked.

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1997 s320 154k (what a ride). Sold with 179k miles. Replaced with Hyundai Equus

1994 e320 Cabriolet 108k



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Should not be a problem for any Mercedes-Benz dealer. Just bring in your proof of ownership that should have your vin number and it takes about a week to get brand new factory keys master & valet. all for under $20.00 and a cup of coffee.
I just did this for my wife's 1992 300-E . Call Caliber motors in Anaheim Hills CA and ask for Al in wholesale parts they have the best prices. You can fax the information to them.

Happy motoring
Bob Geco
1992 300-E Sportline
Zymol waxes , Redline oil
cheveron Gasoline
pampered with loving care

300ESUPER
I believe Fieldman Imports, Mpls. charged me $20. I ordered over the phone and next day drove to the big city (with proof of being owner by a MB) and picked up the key. They said it was 1 day air from across the pond.
I would ask this dealer how many keys does he want with 3 day turnaround for $100 and stick it to him!

Thanks for all the help. Just to mention, the dealer also said to me that there should only be 1 key that opens the doors and starts the car. My mercedes has 1 key that opens all the doors and the trunk and another key that starts the car. The dealer said somewhere down the road before I purchased my car the first owner must have replaced the ignition lock cylinder from another mercedes. That is why I have 2 keys for the car. Is this correct and if so I might need to buy a whole new lock cylinder with key.

If you want one key to fit the doors and the ignition then you'll need to buy a new ignition lock cylinder (approx. $65 last time I bought one ... and comes with one key). It's an easy DIY replacement ... once you make the removal wire properly.

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Order a cylinder withe cars VIN, that way the door trunk and doors are all the same. I think the key layout was the car key, a valet key, and a wallet key with no head. The valet key would not open trunk, glove box, but would work ignition Some dealers can cut them on the spot others order, them but a cylinder needs to be ordered,

I have great news. My wife found my keys in the parking lot of our local Tim Hortons. There is a God.

Thanks to everyone for helping me with all the suggestions.

Fab