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Discussion in '308/328' started by Kuhl328, Aug 27, 2004.

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  1. Kuhl328

    Kuhl328 Rookie

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    #1 Kuhl328, Aug 27, 2004
    My new 328 came with an "anti-theft" ignition key. They key has a hinge in it and will bend to 90 degrees. How does this make it anti-theft? Anyone know the purpose of this feature? Can I get a replacement key without this? Are there options to get a more attractive key like the more current models? Thanks.
     
  2. GrigioGuy

    GrigioGuy Splenda Daddy
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    #2 GrigioGuy, Aug 27, 2004
    Your key bends so that when you slam your knee into it the key doesn't break off in the ignition.

    I've never heard it referred to as an anti-theft key. It's simply the stock 328 key. Of course, I guess it's easier to steal a 328 that has the key broken off in the ignition :D
     
  3. Steve Magnusson

    Steve Magnusson Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #3 Steve Magnusson, Aug 27, 2004
    "the purpose of this feature?" -- to appease the US NHTSA ;)
     
  4. Ferrari 328 Euro

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    #4 Ferrari 328 Euro, Aug 27, 2004
    Yeah, I always thought the key was sort of strange too....

    My 328 came with the hinged key as well. When I asked my dealer to have a full second set of keys made, the new ignition key was indeed NOT the bending type but a simple black plastic with a silver prancing horse on it.

    My manual (1986 Euro model) also lists the key as an anti-theft ignition key. I'm with you - I don't understand the anti-theft part...
     
  5. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    #5 BigTex, Aug 27, 2004
    I found a guy in the ghetto that cuts mine (standard blank) for $3.

    He could probably hot wire it in about 30 seconds......LOL!
     
  6. MRyan

    MRyan Karting

    Apr 25, 2004
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    #6 MRyan, Aug 28, 2004
    Great question! I have also always wondered what was going on here. I think it's art personally. Very cool art.
     

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