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  1. KarlGustavLudwig

    Jul 25, 2021
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    Dear all,

    both of my 458 keys took some beatings. And one key even lost the prancing horse.
    Is it possible to just order the key housing? Not the whole key since they are fully working and would cost ~$400 each. Just want to bring back the look and feel of a fresh key. I found some 3rd party supplier solutions but these are not original and the horse on the key is missing. Is there a way to buy the original housing?

    Is that possible?

    thanks in advance
    Karl
     
  2. 3POINT8

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    i'm interested in this too thanks for posting
     
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  4. KarlGustavLudwig

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    this one has no logo :(
     
  5. Dom458

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    I bought a copy one to try and couldn’t tolerate it. The horse badge was present but looked off, the paint finish was rubbish and buttons too hard and with the wrong luggage comp button logo.

    I think refurb of original or new genuine is the only way. That said, I also concluded that any new key will quickly get chips and scratches. Mine aren’t actually too bad. I’d just like to have them be perfect.
     
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  7. KarlGustavLudwig

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  9. 05F430F1

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    Wait! Did you ‘white out’ the grooves on the key so people couldn’t see them?!? Good Lord, the world has gone completely mad


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    It is possible to make copies of keys via photos. Just not my photos.
     
  11. 05F430F1

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    Yikes. That’s like the guys that white/black out their license plates when posting a photo…. I’m like, um, do they realize when they drive around or park their car, the license plate number can be seen? Haaha silliness- but ok- strong safety measure


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  12. Challenge

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    Let's put it this way: I'm trying to help the guy out and you're not.
     
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  14. Snapshift

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    #14 Snapshift, Jun 7, 2023
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    I bought a blank key and had it cut by the code card and found a seller on e bay that sold 430 keys with the Cavallino embedded in the cover. They are IMHO better quality than the original. I’ll post sites. And sellers. If you have the key code card there are locksmiths that can cut it. The one I used was in Houston. I then took the cut blank and transferred the original circuit board and pill to the new key snapped them in and snapped on the covers. Look good enough for me. Unfortunately I cannot find anyone to program the electronics or clone them in any of the eBay keys. The dealer charged me 300 to “try” to reprogram a second key. No luck and can’t get one I only have one key.
    Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login The trick is to try and find a key supplier that sells the key with the logo but they don't show it because it is a trademark.

    https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_id=144648730609&_nkw=[A+CUTTING+SERVICE]+-+Laser+Car+Key+Cutting+BY+PHOTO+OR+KEY+CODE

    this is the key that I bought for the logo covers and buttons. I think it was high quality for me

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/393592748717?fits=Make%3AFerrari&hash=item5ba3f4baad:g:zwEAAOSwJrliYUMh&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA8C%2BQBd%2B5eoZZ1T968gRZr27%2BS1arLZ2n9wWt307fuvpImroJcv9XipuWJUrGDql4lfeLLtoxW6QHTSR5uwOxsFdHShpjjjgg7SumsPWzpCtEZEXctGOGewam88n6nzAtNp13tk28o6DAih2XYd%2F%2FkDPcVRkXkz%2FQrNGsGFiOYtsjgAzwCBAHoiWqbikT49FleZdFKeLBdLD7EZF3xbhttvhcwOgUMU4NycLevz1HdvELAynUw59awIMslU4omM07MNbXRALhhx%2FgTOQNkwpumsTpU%2F1xuldywM56yKyep8i9RTWnxMFp7iZps1M4%2B15lIQ%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4bGiJKTYg

    I used Keys 4less to cut it with the code card.
     
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  16. KarlGustavLudwig

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    Thank you very much. Your feedback is very helpful for me. Highly appreciate your responses and even taking time to take pictures and comparing the keys, that is valuable. Will get one too.
     
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  17. KarlGustavLudwig

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    Guys thanks a lot so far. Replys are informative and helpful. I think there are more Ferraristi having the same question. So now they will be able to use the search function and find answers in future. If you have further infos to add just keep posting, that way we have different solutions and approaches all in one threat.
    Wish you all a fantastic weekend!
    Karl
     
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