The problem with cutting a new key from an old warm out key, is that you get a really bad copy. If you want to get a fresh key cut, get your key code number from Rover and have a lock smith read the codes and make you a factory fresh key.

 

Tried em again and kind of finessed a bit in the ignition and they worked! Once you get used to it, it's easy to use. I want to eventually buy another original key but the cheapest I've seen is $140, my original got smashed

 

Don't make due with a key that won't fit and will wear out your tumblers. If you have to buy a new ignition switch because your poorly matched key wore out the tumblers, you'll be looking at around $400 for a new system and key plus labor.

 

But Mike, if I bought a new oem key wouldn't I have to get it cut any way?

 

If you cut a new key, from an old key the teeth are warm down some and won't work properly with your tumblers, that's why most new vehicles come with a key code number so you can cut an exact duplicate.

 

The DII key head has the keyless entry in it, BUT a DI key will also work.
They are the same key only the DI.
Get a DI key blank or two and have spares made using them.
The remote on the DII key comes off and there is just a stub inside that the remote snaps over giving the appearance of a full sized key.

There is NO security computer chip in the DII or DI key.