So can we gather that the following is true?

SOS offers keys at $260 for the first key and $150 for the second.
NeedsWings offers keys at $324 for the first key and $300 for the second.
Chrysler offers keys at from ? down to $400 each.

 

Vehicle dealerships have always been about greed. That's why we have parts stores where you can get a more fair price.

 

Congratulations GG
You are no longer the most frugal forum member.

It would appear that you’ve been unseated

 

how about a link to SOS?
found it.

 

SOS, is that only in Europe? Is it in the USA as well? Link would be appreciated, thank you! I only have one key, the day i lose it is inevitable.

 

S.O.S. Diagnostics

 

I live in Mississippi I have a 2004 crossfire with one keyfob if I send it to you how long until I get it back I’m hoping you can make me a new one that works I’m worried this one will stop working snd I’m stuck

 

About one week from SOS Diagnostics. Insure the one you send in, just in case.

 

Does anyone know if i can get a key without the fob. My skreem has been deleted so i don't need the fob anymore. Couldn't get it to unlock the doors anymore. I bought a chrome door handle cover now the fob wont go in far enough to unlock.

 

The "key-stick" is just a common piece of key stock available at a key cutter shop. He made a long key for me and I put a common washer on it for a "handle". I glued it on with JB weld. I keep it taped on behind my licence plate.

 

I also have the chrome handle cover. To have the key to go deep enough in order to be able to turn it , You have to use the fob with the chrysler crest facing upward .At least it work for me . . .

Daniel

 

Whom may I ask is SOS

 

OK I have found it

 

completely agree great company 2 keys and a skreem module car is on the road again very impressed super fast turn around

 

Good Afternoon Onehundred80,

I know your post is about 1 1/2 years old so....my questions is- Is SOS still duplicating keys for our cars and if yes where may I contact them?

I was quoted $600- for a key less a professional discount bringing 1 key to $520-

The car was traded in with only 1 key.

Thanks,
MsKittyNJ

 

There is also Josh Chase at Mercedes Swap Shop.

 

Hi Zeracer,

How do I contact Josh?

Thanks,

 

It's not just a matter of having a new key cut. You also have to have the electronic board inside the FOB as well as the tiny little black chip that sits behind the red plastic window on the FOB. It then has to be programed to your car. My "suggestion" is just pay the price and don't go out to eat for the next month and cook meals at home. Everything about the Crossfire / Mercedes is expensive. If you loose or misplace the "only" key you have, and I say this politely, your "screwed" and not going anywhere unless it's on the back of a tow truck.

 

Hi Romad, right now the car is parked in our MB prep center. Hood up with the PDM loose and some other items waiting for the car to "NO START" so the techs can
get a reading. So far it has started every time they have tried it. The did have a no start situation while the car was outside in a snow storm and they pushed it
into the prep center. After is sat awhile in the prep center don't you know it started right up, no problem! Any way have been reading up on the RCM no start issue
due to trouble with the connections on the board for the starter. The techs don't want me to take the car until they have found the trouble so with their knowledge and all the great info and knowledge of this cars eccentricities I feel we should have the "mystery no start" solved in a week or so. I am very blessed as the MB dealer
I work for has given me an old demo to use till the car is road worthy. As to the keys no problem with the term used. Like everyone I am sure, when possible, we all
don't want to pay more than we have to but sometimes you just have to bite the bullet. It makes it hard knowing I only paid $140.00 for my 07 crossfire's key just a few years ago. Have great one and thanks!

 

Sounds like your problem is with the RCM and a bad relay solder joint that seems to come up on the forum all the time. Easy fix if they know what they are doing. Good luck.