[Confirmed Fix] Emergency key code service for 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth owners

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Lionheart
Member since April 2022 • 144 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth?

Posted on October 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 516 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 24, 2024

Replies (3)

Netsurfer
Member • 93 posts

I’m not alone! My 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth is doing the same thing.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 21 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 18 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1970 Lotus Type 49C Cosworth as well.

October 26, 2024 Reply

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