Stilo Ignition key

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From: "Nick /////" <reply RemoveThis @localhost.invalid>
Newsgroups: alt.autos.fiat
Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 8:25 PM
Subject: Re: Stilo JTD Dynamic 3 Door Replacement key ???


> "Mike Steward" <flyer RemoveThis @freeuk.net> wrote in message
> news:1202253851.22942.1@proxy02.news.clara.net...
> >I require a replacement key for my Fiat Stilo.
> >
> > I've just been quoted £ 153 for a standard key without the
> > remote feature. This key would unlock doors and start engine.
> >
> > The price I consider to be an absolute rip off.
> >
> > Has anyone found a cheaper supplier ?
> >
> > Mike S.
> >
> >
> >
>
> Sounds more like the price for a "lock kit" - set of new barrels and keys.
>
> Was this a Fiat dealer quote?
>
> Try Desira, Diss, Norfolk, Tel.01739-650131. They are normally very good
and if asked nicely give mail order discounts.

>
> Nick /////

Nick,
The quote was from the Norwich Branch of Desira, and was for a key only,
with no remote feature. When I queried the price I was informed that the new
key would still have to be logged into the computer in the car.

Further to my request for info on tow bar fitting, and whether the rear
bumper has to be cut..... A tow bar assemble to Fiat spec is now available
that doesn't require the rear bumper to be cut.

Thanks Mike S.

"Mike Steward" <flyer.TakeThisOut@freeuk.net> wrote in message
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>
> Further to my request for info on tow bar fitting, and whether the rear
> bumper has to be cut..... A tow bar assemble to Fiat spec is now
> available
> that doesn't require the rear bumper to be cut.
>
> Thanks Mike S.
>
I'm a little skeptical. On my Fiat Stilo the rear bumper wrapped well under
to nearly on the spare wheel well. The only way to get the tow ball outside
was to cut the bumper. NOTE! The cut is NOT visible from the rear of the
car.

Maybe the Fiat Spec is "does not require a visible bumper cut".

Also the Fiat tow bar is likely to be quite expensive compared to other
quality bars from Brink etc.

Will be interested a to how it all pans out.

Nick /////