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Old 03-17-2008, 05:17 AM
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Has anyone bought one of the keyless entry remotes from eBay? There are a number of folks selling them for under $20. It appears that most sellers are just re-selling used remotes. I know how to program it, so no problems there...

The majority of the feedback on these sellers is positive...it just seems like too good a deal...what do you think?
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Old 03-17-2008, 05:25 AM
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rather buy from an authorized dealer and installer... you usually get what you pay for...there are a number of great alarms for sale here on SL....

they usually give you a good deal if you buy and install at the same place...

WHERE IN MONTANA DO YOU LIVE?

we have a lil club "big sky scion" and we are getting a meet underway sometime this summer. would you like to join?

there are only about 5 of us...
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Old 03-17-2008, 05:26 AM
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Thanks. Sorry, though, moving to California in the spring...
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Old 03-17-2008, 05:27 AM
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what city do you live it?
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I bought one last summer for a used xB. The remote is Toyota, for the Rav4, etc. I programmed it and it works like a charm. I went for price (lowest, w/ shipping), and couldn't be more pleased. I see no reason to go to the dealer and pay a big premium for peace of mind. Go with a well-rated seller. Most of them will take returns.

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Old 03-17-2008, 10:15 PM
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I bought a spare remote off ebay also and had absolutely no problems. I programed it and use every day for a couple yrs now. It is a genuine OE remote.
Go ahead and do it and forget the dealers prices.
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