[Verified] Ignition won’t turn - is my 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL asking for a code?

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Windwalker
Member since January 2023 • 125 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultrasonic
Member • 51 posts

This thread might save my 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL. Thanks everyone!

February 10, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 104 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL—might work for mine too.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 117 posts

My 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 14 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL before?

February 13, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 21 posts

Been here before with my 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL. Let’s see if this one works.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 66 posts

My 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

February 15, 2025 Reply

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