What key cover you using?

$M2 · 04-18-2019, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Replicant

People will put covers on anything

True but my rear hatch doesn't open by accident

Lux700 · 04-18-2019, 06:58 PM

Silicone, and the inside is still like brand new. I'm going to get one of the alcantara M Performance ones for the other key.

SROC3 · 04-18-2019, 07:26 PM

This works pretty awesome actually

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

pritchd · 04-19-2019, 10:59 AM

BMW Key Case ordered from getbmwparts.com

GoCubs · 04-19-2019, 12:17 PM

Just got this from Amazon. Nicer than I thought it would be. Hopefully it holds up and stops the random boot opening. I removed the extra loop, but may reconnect or cut the U piece to add some friction so that fob doesn't slide out as easily.

JKCOVER for BMW X1 X5 X6 5 Series... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CNWVYZF...p_mob_ap_share

alnchiang · 04-19-2019, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by bmw335d

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Originally Posted by alnchiang

FYI

how did you get the M logo on the display key?

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Originally Posted by bmw335d

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Originally Posted by alnchiang

FYI

how did you get the M logo on the display key?

I have no idea.
In the very beginning when I pick up my M40i,
The logo is BMW, after few days connected to the car, it showed M logo after.

animal.style · 05-12-2019, 10:44 AM

I was using this leather one that I got on Amazon. The quality is good and it doesn't add much bulk. It's slightly flatter than the carbon fiber one but just barely wider. It does a really nice job of preventing accidental button pushing.

I switched to the Autotecknic dry carbon fiber because I really like the look. Definitely looks more sleek and I like that it shows the side colors. But honestly I'm not sure how much I like it overall. The piece that snaps it into place broke the first time I put it on, so I question the quality. It easily pops open now. It doesn't significantly reduce accidental button pushing. BUT...the carbon fiber definitely blocks the signal. I used to be able to lock/unlock from 50-60 ft away. Now I have to be about 10-15. So I guess at least it prevents me from accidentally opening the trunk unless I'm close by.

teaston · 05-12-2019, 11:55 AM

I've got this one, looks like chrome even though it's soft TPU, has completely stopped the unwanted tailgate openings!

chicagofan00 · 05-12-2019, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by teaston

I've got this one, looks like chrome even though it's soft TPU, has completely stopped the unwanted tailgate openings!

I ended up getting the same except one in a blue chrome and one in a red chrome.

teaston · 05-12-2019, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I ended up getting the same except one in a blue chrome and one in a red chrome.

Great minds think alike!

chicagofan00 · 05-12-2019, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by teaston

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Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I ended up getting the same except one in a blue chrome and one in a red chrome.

Great minds think alike!

Indeed. I really like mine.

Pumice99 · 05-12-2019, 08:23 PM

I had the genuine BMW one, but returned it because it was too bulky. I ordered this one from eBay and have been very happy with it. It fits perfectly.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Real-Leathe...53.m1438.l2649

The Dutch Joe · 05-14-2019, 07:36 AM

So, the main reason you all use the cover, is for preventing the tailgate to open?
Or also to protect the key from scratches and such?

Never used a cover for my car-keys..
Never had my tailgate open by accident.. Then again, never had one that opened automatically all the way.

And if you would see my Audi key after 5 years, you would see that scratches on my key are not of great concern to me

(Btw, my spare-key of my Audi is mint-condition

)

teaston · 05-14-2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by The Dutch Joe

So, the main reason you all use the cover, is for preventing the tailgate to open?
Or also to protect the key from scratches and such?

Never used a cover for my car-keys..
Never had my tailgate open by accident.. Then again, never had one that opened automatically all the way.

And if you would see my Audi key after 5 years, you would see that scratches on my key are not of great concern to me

(Btw, my spare-key of my Audi is mint-condition

)

Yes I just have mine to prevent the tailgate opening, I couldn't give a crap if it got scratched!

The Dutch Joe · 05-14-2019, 07:45 AM

Well, just have to experience it first hand then, if I encounter this unwanted tailgate opening

Will know in a couple of weeks... Hopefully..

lo_cheng · 05-14-2019, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Pumice99

I had the genuine BMW one, but returned it because it was too bulky. I ordered this one from eBay and have been very happy with it. It fits perfectly.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Real-Leathe...53.m1438.l2649

I been using the Genuine BMW one for a month now, and I really feel it is way too bulky.

The one you got from ebay, does it stop you press the tailgate button by accident? because all the button still can be press in this case.

TX3M · 05-14-2019, 03:31 PM

Here's the Genuine BMW M Performance key case I'm planning to get. Anyone have any feedback on this particular case?

https://www.getbmwparts.com/oem-part...se-82292355519

vicfei · 05-14-2019, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I ended up getting the same except one in a blue chrome and one in a red chrome.

Where did you get them from and for how much - thanks!

Vic

mmmmm40i · 05-14-2019, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by GoCubs

Just got this from Amazon. Nicer than I thought it would be. Hopefully it holds up and stops the random boot opening. I removed the extra loop, but may reconnect or cut the U piece to add some friction so that fob doesn't slide out as easily.

JKCOVER for BMW X1 X5 X6 5 Series... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CNWVYZF...p_mob_ap_share

I got this similar one - looks the same but without the M stitching on the side. Works well, no complaints. People still think it is obnoxious

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Rhidium · 05-14-2019, 10:47 PM

I've only had my X3 trunk open due to the keys. It's the way I happen to put the keys in my pocket that one time. Didn't matter that I had a FOB cover since the pressure was falling on the trunk button.

Pumice99 · 05-15-2019, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lo_cheng

I been using the Genuine BMW one for a month now, and I really feel it is way too bulky.

The one you got from ebay, does it stop you press the tailgate button by accident? because all the button still can be press in this case.

I haven't had any problems with the trunk opening accidentally. But I have had problems with the car alarm going off. Once it went off while I was driving on the freeway and the key fob was in my pant pocket. The second time it was parked IFO my house on the street and the alarm went off for no apparent reason.

gldnst8 · 07-15-2019, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by fricfracfrank

Using this:

Nice cover - where can I buy one?

04-18-2019, 06:58 PM	#24
Lux700 Captain 551 Rep 980 Posts Drives: X3 M40d - Black Sapphire Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The forest of Epping iTrader: (0)	Silicone, and the inside is still like brand new. I'm going to get one of the alcantara M Performance ones for the other key. Attached Images
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04-18-2019, 07:26 PM	#25
SROC3 The limit of adhesion is my home. 1702 Rep 3,778 Posts Drives: Like a Boss. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: three.one.zero iTrader: (1)	This works pretty awesome actually https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 __________________ 2019 X3 xDrive30i Glacier Silver \| Cognac w/ Fine Cove \| MSport \| Premium \| Dynamic Handling PKG \| Drive Assist \| HK w/ Bavsound Upgrade \|
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04-19-2019, 10:59 AM	#26
pritchd Second Lieutenant 278 Rep 244 Posts Drives: 2019 X3 M40i Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Lynchburg, VA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW X3 M40i [0.00]	BMW Key Case ordered from getbmwparts.com Attached Images __________________ 2019 M40i Dark Graphite / Mocha / Executive Package / Premium Package / Adaptive M Suspension /Driving Assistance Package / Spare / Trailer Hitch
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04-19-2019, 12:17 PM	#27
GoCubs Private 37 Rep 55 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X4 M40i Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	Just got this from Amazon. Nicer than I thought it would be. Hopefully it holds up and stops the random boot opening. I removed the extra loop, but may reconnect or cut the U piece to add some friction so that fob doesn't slide out as easily. JKCOVER for BMW X1 X5 X6 5 Series... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CNWVYZF...p_mob_ap_share Attached Images
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05-12-2019, 10:44 AM	#29
animal.style Private First Class 92 Rep 194 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 M40i Black Sapphire Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: San Jose, California iTrader: (0)	I was using this leather one that I got on Amazon. The quality is good and it doesn't add much bulk. It's slightly flatter than the carbon fiber one but just barely wider. It does a really nice job of preventing accidental button pushing. I switched to the Autotecknic dry carbon fiber because I really like the look. Definitely looks more sleek and I like that it shows the side colors. But honestly I'm not sure how much I like it overall. The piece that snaps it into place broke the first time I put it on, so I question the quality. It easily pops open now. It doesn't significantly reduce accidental button pushing. BUT...the carbon fiber definitely blocks the signal. I used to be able to lock/unlock from 50-60 ft away. Now I have to be about 10-15. So I guess at least it prevents me from accidentally opening the trunk unless I'm close by. Attached Images
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05-12-2019, 11:55 AM	#30
teaston Banned 10994 Rep 32,881 Posts Drives: X3 M40d Join Date: May 2012 Location: The High Seas iTrader: (1)	I've got this one, looks like chrome even though it's soft TPU, has completely stopped the unwanted tailgate openings! Attached Images
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Pumice99 Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW X3 xdrive30i, A90 Supra Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: East Bay, CA iTrader: (0)	I had the genuine BMW one, but returned it because it was too bulky. I ordered this one from eBay and have been very happy with it. It fits perfectly. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Real-Leathe...53.m1438.l2649
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05-14-2019, 07:36 AM	#35
The Dutch Joe Second Lieutenant 71 Rep 271 Posts Drives: BMW X3 20i M-Sport (G01) Join Date: May 2019 Location: Weert iTrader: (0)	So, the main reason you all use the cover, is for preventing the tailgate to open? Or also to protect the key from scratches and such? Never used a cover for my car-keys.. Never had my tailgate open by accident.. Then again, never had one that opened automatically all the way. And if you would see my Audi key after 5 years, you would see that scratches on my key are not of great concern to me (Btw, my spare-key of my Audi is mint-condition ) __________________ "It ain't much, if it ain't Dutch "
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05-14-2019, 07:45 AM	#37
The Dutch Joe Second Lieutenant 71 Rep 271 Posts Drives: BMW X3 20i M-Sport (G01) Join Date: May 2019 Location: Weert iTrader: (0)	Well, just have to experience it first hand then, if I encounter this unwanted tailgate opening Will know in a couple of weeks... Hopefully.. __________________ "It ain't much, if it ain't Dutch "
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05-14-2019, 03:31 PM	#39
TX3M Car guy 1039 Rep 1,323 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 M40i Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: MD iTrader: (0)	Here's the Genuine BMW M Performance key case I'm planning to get. Anyone have any feedback on this particular case? https://www.getbmwparts.com/oem-part...se-82292355519 Attached Images
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05-14-2019, 10:47 PM	#42
Rhidium Lieutenant 274 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X3 Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	I've only had my X3 trunk open due to the keys. It's the way I happen to put the keys in my pocket that one time. Didn't matter that I had a FOB cover since the pressure was falling on the trunk button.
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