Other Hi...........and I have a problem..........

[whipitup]

Originally Posted by Dimplyred

That does look promising.

Actually, this one looks even better. I've Emailed him to confirm what I will be getting:

UNCUT HONDA ACCORD CIVIC JAZZ CRV ACCORD REMOTE KEY FOB on eBay, also, Mini, Car Parts, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 27-May-08 16:55:59 BST)

[harleyfatboy]

WHIPITUP...Sorry to hear about your key man , no advise i can give... only instead of reaching round in the s#'t for something that is more than likely not going to work now bite the bullit do the dealer run and get your key ...I know it is not cheap but ...at least you know it will work and not let you down if you are out somewhere ....ON A STEEL HORSE I RIDE

[andyrochford]

the electronics should be okay as long as you do not use it until it is 100% dry, if you are lucky enough to recover it, take it apart and let it dry overnight, do not be tempted to press any buttons until it is completely dry.

Good luck!

[jazzman]

What happened to your spare key?

[whipitup]

Originally Posted by jazzman

What happened to your spare key?

I've still got it.

[Jack The Lad.]

Get Honda Assistance out, - You paid for it.
Though try and help the poor s-d, with a bucket.

[Gordons Honda]

Hello whipitup, there is a cheaper key option available. You can buy a plain spare key that does not have the remote buttons on it (same as on the older civic ). Still comes in at a slightly less expensive £59.00 (programmed). Be careful buying blank keys because after trying numerous locksmiths i've still to find one that can cut these keys successfully every time.

[whipitup]

Originally Posted by Gordons Honda

Hello whipitup, there is a cheaper key option available. You can buy a plain spare key that does not have the remote buttons on it (same as on the older civic ). Still comes in at a slightly less expensive £59.00 (programmed). Be careful buying blank keys because after trying numerous locksmiths i've still to find one that can cut these keys successfully every time.

As it seems you are a dealer, can you explain how the hell Honda can justify charging it's customers nearly £200 for a key?

Even the £35 (+VAT) for a 2 minute coding session is way over the top.

It strikes me as at least taking advantage, at worst almost criminal.

As you can tell, I'm not very happy with Honda at the minute.

[okehciv]

[quote=andyrochford;187957]the electronics should be okay as long as you do not use it until it is 100% dry, if you are lucky enough to recover it, take it apart and let it dry overnight, do not be tempted to press any buttons until it is completely dry.

Still think you should get the bucket out mate.

If not this seems a good option to me.

Originally Posted by Gordons Honda

Hello whipitup, there is a cheaper key option available. You can buy a plain spare key that does not have the remote buttons on it (same as on the older civic ). Still comes in at a slightly less expensive £59.00 (programmed). Be careful buying blank keys because after trying numerous locksmiths i've still to find one that can cut these keys successfully every time.

[jamo9017]

have you tryed
Keyfax Manchester Ltd

153 King Street, Dukinfield, SK16 4LF
0161-339 7500
give them a try my mate got a good price off them hope it helps

[Palindrome]

These are quite good, I've used them quite a few times.

My Car Keys Vehicle Locksmiths
Not sure if they cover Manchester but may be able to advise you as they are very helpfull,gotta be worth a call!

[Gordons Honda]

Ok whilst I sympathise with your situation neither I or any other Dealer have any input regarding parts pricing. What I can and will do is try and find the best/cheapest possible way of getting a customer out of a fix, either by finding an alternative or giving a little discount where possible.

[Unknownsoldier]

We understand I'm sure, but even you must (even secretly ) agree 200 quid for a transponder and some metal is a bit of a 'rip', I know I'd feel mightily agrieved at having to pay that (I'm also glad you try to help your customers unlike some dealers, not just honda ones either....), still at least Honda's not like ford, lose the red key and you don't get another!!!!!!

ATB,
Tom

[whipitup]

OK............

I've bought this:

UNCUT HONDA ACCORD CIVIC JAZZ CRV ACCORD REMOTE KEY FOB on eBay, also, Mini, Car Parts, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 27-May-08 16:55:59 BST)

I'll get it cut at Timpson's in Sale then get Arnold Clarke to code it.

I'll keep you posted.

[Dimplyred]

Did the seller get back to you and assure you it is compatible?

[Gordons Honda]

Originally Posted by Unknownsoldier

We understand I'm sure, but even you must (even secretly ) agree 200 quid for a transponder and some metal is a bit of a 'rip', I know I'd feel mightily agrieved at having to pay that (I'm also glad you try to help your customers unlike some dealers, not just honda ones either....), still at least Honda's not like ford, lose the red key and you don't get another!!!!!!

ATB,
Tom

No Comment ................!

There is a flip side to the £200 key argument though, I know none of you chaps will apreciate this but in the past we used to get customers coming in saying they'd lost there keys could we order a new one. I'd ring them a few days later to tell them the key had arrived only to find that they had found there old one and didn't need a replacement thanks very much and I'd be stuck with a useless £30-£40 key. These days when I tell folk its gonna cost £175 they go and look first before ordering !

[illegalhunter]

Robbery

[whipitup]

Originally Posted by Dimplyred

Did the seller get back to you and assure you it is compatible?

Yes...........

[Palindrome]

Originally Posted by Gordons Honda

No Comment ................!

There is a flip side to the £200 key argument though, I know none of you chaps will apreciate this but in the past we used to get customers coming in saying they'd lost there keys could we order a new one. I'd ring them a few days later to tell them the key had arrived only to find that they had found there old one and didn't need a replacement thanks very much and I'd be stuck with a useless £30-£40 key. These days when I tell folk its gonna cost £175 they go and look first before ordering !

Know what you mean,in the dealer I used to work in(not Honda) we ended up taking payment on order because of this!!!!

[Dimplyred]

Originally Posted by whipitup

Yes...........

Great result.