That sounds very familiar Ron :hihi....:roflIf you are using the Valet key it won't open the glovebox or boot(depending on years,which I'm not sure of).
BMW's from new usually came with 2 "master keys", a "valet key" and a plastic "wallet" key.
The Master keys open and lock everything.
The Valet key opens and starts the car but won't work in the boot or glovebox.
The wallet key opens everything but won't last long if used continuously, it's just a emergency key.
All those keys only come with the E46 :thumbsup...not sure about E36.