[Free Tool] Trying to revive old 1963 Ginetta G4 - no key code available

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Firestarter
Member since December 2022 • 73 posts

How can I obtain my 1963 Ginetta G4's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on April 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1870 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1963 Ginetta G4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphamale
Member • 125 posts

Using this on my 1963 Ginetta G4 now. Hope it works.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 26 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1963 Ginetta G4 as well.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 47 posts

Desperate to get my 1963 Ginetta G4 running again. Trying this tonight.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 98 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1963 Ginetta G4.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 110 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1963 Ginetta G4!

April 21, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 60 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1963 Ginetta G4 too.

April 22, 2025 Reply

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