[Confirmed Fix] Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford

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Oldschool
Member since September 2021 • 87 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumpie
Member • 102 posts

Worked for someone with a 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford? Need to hear it!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 93 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford too!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 23 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 89 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford for days.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 50 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford's mystery code.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 22 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1965 Lotus Type 38 Ford too!

September 04, 2024 Reply

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