[Success] Where can I locate the key code to program a 1965 Buick Wildcat key?

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Hotrod
Member since May 2023 • 34 posts

Looking for my 1965 Buick Wildcat's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1965 Buick Wildcat. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Metalhead
Member • 127 posts

Same problem on my 1965 Buick Wildcat. Watching for any working solutions.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 132 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1965 Buick Wildcat, would this method still work?

December 26, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 6 posts

My 1965 Buick Wildcat might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 80 posts

Same problem on my 1965 Buick Wildcat. Watching for any working solutions.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 142 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1965 Buick Wildcat.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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