I just got my first vette, a 1999 FRC, and it came without a remote key fob.

Is there a source for a reasonable priced remote key fob?

 

Look or ask in the C5 For Sale section...you will need a early year version (not every year works).
There is a site for these, I don't know it, hopefully someone will help

 

Thanks Scratch. found this

www.fredbeansgmparts.com part# 10253839

 

There are several supporting vendors that can help you get what you need, and make sure you get the correct model. Can probably get a CF discount if you mention the forum.

 

I picked one up for $6.00 from e-bay. Even came with the programming instructions!

 

agree with the others on ebay & c5 parts. follow the programming instructions in the o.m. bub

 

Remember, when you program the FOB you need to program all FOB's at the same time.

 

It looks like you found one. I'll just throw in the instructions for you incase you don't have a manual.

The manual for my 97 says

"Try to resynchronize the transmitter by pressing and holding the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for seven seconds when standing next to the vehicle." This will attempt to resynchronize the security code in your RFA key fob transmitter.

When resynchronization is achieved the horn will chirp. If attempts to resynchronize your transmitter to the vehicle are not successful, you man need to match the transmitter to the vehicle.


To match the transmitter to your vehicle:

1. Turn the ingnition key to the ON position
2. Clear any warning messages on the Driver Information Center (DIC) by pressing the RESET button.
3. Press the OPTIONS button on the DIC several times until the blank page is displayed, then press and hold the RESET button for two seconds.
4. When the message FOB TRAINING is displayed, push the RESET button once. The message HOLD LK+UNLK 1ST FOB will be displayed.

5. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter simultaneously for 15 seconds.

6. When a transmitter is learned, the DIC will display FOB LEARNED and then prompt you to learn the next transmitter.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each additional transmitter.

8. Remove the key from the ignition.

The programmer mode will shut off if:

You don't program any transmitters for two minutes.
You take the key out of the ignition.
You have programmed three transmitters.

Hope this helps.

Paul

 

Thanks. There are a lot of things I don't have. I bought the car used and it didn't come with a fob, or a owners manual. Both are on my shopping list along with a bunch of other items. and I have a load of questions as I get to know this car.

The previous owner squeezed a raido in that doesn't really fit. It causes the center instrument panel bezel to stand off from the dash at the top. Probably going to be replaced in a few months.

I'm going to install a divider panel between the cockpit and the trunk area, and ss screens in the fog and brake duct areas. I'l probably fabricate them myself. $200 for a divider panel that is nothing more than a piece of light wood and carpet is a bit much..... as is $140 for some ss screen.

going to baseline the car with maintenance items before I get into engine mods. and get some miles on it.