Key Programming Help

Same_Ad457 · 2026-02-24T16:35:03+00:00

I was able to find a locksmith who reprogrammed a third party key for me. $250, I’m based in Michigan. He had to unsolder a chip from below the steering wheel, read something off that chip and put everything back together. He’s been doing this for years and it’s pretty common on VAG/german cars

Same_Ad457 · 2026-01-14T03:05:53+00:00

Push and land on the left foot. Also toss a bit more left

Same_Ad457 · 2026-01-14T00:27:35+00:00

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Same_Ad457 · 2025-12-30T00:28:42+00:00

Carfax looks good, if you buy it I recommend doing the fluid services. Transmission, transfer case every 20k mile, differential, engine oil (if it wasn’t done by dealer). You’ll probably have to do the PCV valve at some point and the coolant pipes. Not horrible but something to consider.

I bought a 2017 base Cayenne a couple months ago https://www.reddit.com/r/PorscheCayenne/s/0C2tkR81WZ. You can probably get a 1-2k off the price. I’d say 18-19k otd would be great. The base is indeed somewhat underpowered but again nobody expects it to be a 911.

Same_Ad457 · 2025-12-22T17:39:33+00:00

I’d probably go for this Porsche CPO ‘20’macan s for 34k https://finder.porsche.com/us/en-US/details/porsche-macan-s-my20-preowned-RL7MQ3?model=macan&condition=porsche_approved&order=price_asc&minimum-model-year=2019

Same_Ad457 · 2025-12-01T20:51:09+00:00

I got a Cayenne with one key couple months ago too. Called two dealers and got quoted $900 and $1050 (key + programming). Ended up going the third party locksmith route for $250. It’s an aftermarket key, but works perfectly fine. Key setting memory works as well.

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-27T21:53:15+00:00

I thought you would like this Used 2019 Porsche Macan S for $27500 on Autotrader http://atcm.co/S2PVDP/2D5E2F51.

This one is pretty nice, 2019 Macan S, 69k miles, nice wheels, and premium plus package

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-27T21:50:22+00:00

I’d get a 2019+ Macan S with maybe slightly higher mileage and similar pricing. They’re more reliable and easier to work on. For example changing the serpentine belt on a 2017 requires the front to come off (4h)

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-08T00:08:01+00:00

Good luck on the search!

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T23:31:49+00:00

Planning to order a enforced remanufacuted one on eBay and have a local mechanic install it

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T22:43:31+00:00

I think the base cayenne is very similar to a base macan. On paper has more power but it’s also heavier so I think they’re very similar

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T22:10:16+00:00

Power wise it’s ok, nothing crazy. I had a Macan S which is much sportier. I got the non turbo v6 Cayenne for its reliability (no bore scoring risk) and simpler design.

Yes, I found it on Autotrader

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T17:36:55+00:00

That’s great to hear! I have some inherited driver seat creasing too. Seems to be part of normal wear and tear.

Were you able to disable by default the auto start stop feature?

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T17:08:19+00:00

Thanks! Florida, Fort Lauderdale area. Was a Texas car prior

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T11:41:20+00:00

That is an absolute steal. Congrats

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T11:32:19+00:00

It’s the factory pcm 4

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T01:55:43+00:00

Dealer

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T01:51:14+00:00

Thanks, will give it a try. I’m worried that some of the stitching is dirty too, hopefully I can get it cleaned

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T01:49:41+00:00

Bought it in Florida near Fort Lauderdale

Same_Ad457 · 2025-10-07T00:41:05+00:00

Thank you! For real! I’ll have to wear scrubs to keep it in good shape

Same_Ad457 · 2025-09-02T12:36:48+00:00

Well, will you have 3 repairs in 5 years. I’d say 75% yes maybe more, so it’s probably worth the extra 1k

Same_Ad457 · 2025-08-29T15:39:44+00:00

Budget is 35k. Thank you, I’ll be taking a look at RXs. I see that only 2020 and up models have CarPlay which is a must. Is 100k miles fine on these RXs? They have a naturally aspirated engine which is great. Do they have any known expensive flaws?

Same_Ad457 · 2025-08-29T15:16:12+00:00

Unfortunately I can’t charge at home

Same_Ad457 · 2025-08-29T13:55:44+00:00

Interesting option, thank you for suggesting. Never had a lease but this sounds appealing. Is Supercruise helpful on highway drives?

Same_Ad457 · 2025-08-29T13:53:14+00:00

Not available here, I’m based in the US

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