[Update] Can audio shop get key code for 1970 Buick Gran Sport?

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Zombieslayer
Member since February 2023 • 133 posts

Need my 1970 Buick Gran Sport's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on March 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1970 Buick Gran Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Electricslide
Member • 45 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1970 Buick Gran Sport.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 42 posts

Key code problems with my 1970 Buick Gran Sport as well. Subscribed!

March 23, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 53 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1970 Buick Gran Sport!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 114 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1970 Buick Gran Sport as well.

March 25, 2025 Reply

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