[Issue Closed] How to avoid overpaying for 1966 Pontiac GTO key codef

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2022 • 85 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1966 Pontiac GTO - help?

Posted on August 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1966 Pontiac GTO. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Papasmurf
Member • 53 posts

My 1966 Pontiac GTO has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 17, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 74 posts

If this works for my 1966 Pontiac GTO, I owe you big time.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 86 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1966 Pontiac GTO.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 91 posts

Was about to tow my 1966 Pontiac GTO. Let me try this first.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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