[Solved] Need my 1963 Chevrolet Corvette's key code to program a new transponder key

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How do I retrieve the key code for my 1963 Chevrolet Corvette to program a key?

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I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. Trying this now.

Really need the key code for my 1963 Chevrolet Corvette, thanks for sharing!

Anyone try this on a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette with push-button start?

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