05 Key Fob....
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Originally Posted by Kandyman
I don't get what the big deal is with retractable keys. You are still going to have your house key dangling besides the key fob. Now, if there is is a unit that can retract / hide your house key(s) also, then I'd be interested.
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The appeal I am sure is partially the "cool" factor, and partially that when not in use the "blade" of the key is retracted thereby protecting it. Not to mention that many people here I am sure are like me, and have the car key seperate from the tangle of house/work/shed/yada yada keys.
"Cool" is the keyless entry system in Infiniti FX's with the Tech package, or Mercedes S-class vehicles, or some of the new Cadillacs...where you simply have to have the electronic key in your pocket to start the car!
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Originally Posted by AKS4
The appeal I am sure is partially the "cool" factor, and partially that when not in use the "blade" of the key is retracted thereby protecting it. Not to mention that many people here I am sure are like me, and have the car key seperate from the tangle of house/work/shed/yada yada keys.
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I'm vain.. I need the cool factor =)
Seriously, you put your current set of keys on the table and they look no different than a set of 95 Protege keys.
.. just something to be unique as always. Any ideas if the new FOBs are going with the new 3's and 6's?
Seriously, you put your current set of keys on the table and they look no different than a set of 95 Protege keys.
.. just something to be unique as always. Any ideas if the new FOBs are going with the new 3's and 6's?
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OK, so I am wrong on the coolness part. But yeah, its mainly the form part, the less the better, regardless if you are like me and only have the car key, or if you attach it to other keys.
Back on topic though, anyone figure out how much they are going for?
Back on topic though, anyone figure out how much they are going for?
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Ok, I have some pictures as I held them in my hands today... The 2005 Miata also gets the same key by the way... Here are two pictures showing both sides, its nice...
No pricing available yet checked the DMS system and the online parts ordering system and nothing yet. It actually only shows up on the electronic parts catalogue right now, I will call Mazda and have them track down pricing but the parts guys estimate it should run between U$125.00-175.00...
And like before it will work on the 2004 cars, no problem...
No pricing available yet checked the DMS system and the online parts ordering system and nothing yet. It actually only shows up on the electronic parts catalogue right now, I will call Mazda and have them track down pricing but the parts guys estimate it should run between U$125.00-175.00...
And like before it will work on the 2004 cars, no problem...
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MyRxBad--if you think its ugly then I wouldn't waste the money to get one--Mostly everyone that is ready to pounce on these is going for the "cool" factor which is to each others discretion.
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It is a little larger than the current transmitter but then the key is integrated so together they take up less space when closed... It is a nice piece and has a quality feel in your hand; if you want something a little less cluttered in your pocket it makes sense...
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"Cool" is the keyless entry system in Infiniti FX's with the Tech package, or Mercedes S-class vehicles, or some of the new Cadillacs...where you simply have to have the electronic key in your pocket to start the car!
In the meantime, I am interestetd in the retractable mazda key.
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The picture shows two remotes one has the key out and has the Mazda logo facing out and the other has the key in the folded position with the buttons showing... The next picture shows the same first view and a side shot...
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