[Success] Trying to revive old 1965 Chevrolet Corvette - no key code available

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Bluesteel
Member since May 2023 • 53 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 1965 Chevrolet Corvette?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Icedragon
Member • 76 posts

If this works for my 1965 Chevrolet Corvette, I owe you big time.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 137 posts

Just tried this on my 1965 Chevrolet Corvette—anyone else have success?

August 15, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 9 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1965 Chevrolet Corvette for a while.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 129 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. Giving it a go myself.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 30 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 142 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.

August 19, 2024 Reply

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