Replacing keys for your 2001 BMW 330Ci is not as simple as going to the hardware store and having a copy of a spare key made. Worse, if you have lost your keys entirely, it can take at least a couple of days to obtain a replacement from the dealership, which must authorize you as the owner before issuing a new key.
Locate the nearest BMW dealership with a service center and go there, bringing the owner's driver's license, registration paperwork, and a copy of the car's title. Alternatively, if you are not near a dealership, contact one over the phone to place the order, provided you can send the required copies of the car's title, registration and owner's driver's license.
Explain to the service representative that you have lost your key and need to replace it.
Present your documentation that demonstrates proof of ownership and the car's vehicle identification number to the service representative when prompted.
Pay for the key and obtain an estimated delivery date. The key will be delivered to the dealer directly from BMW, which uses your 330Ci's Vehicle Identification Number to reference your specific key design to manufacture the replacement.
Pick up the key when the service center has contacted you of its arrival or ask for it to be mailed to you.
