[Archived] Is the ignition code same as PIN for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette?

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Icemann
Member since July 2022 • 110 posts

How can I obtain my 1985 Chevrolet Corvette's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 986 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Bluemoon
Member • 11 posts

My 1985 Chevrolet Corvette won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 141 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 Chevrolet Corvette key issues!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 137 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1985 Chevrolet Corvette this weekend.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 115 posts

Trying this on my 1985 Chevrolet Corvette later. Will report back.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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