[Verified] Where do I find the key code for my 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV?

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Alphamale
Member since May 2022 • 121 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV key fob?

Posted on March 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Happyfeet
Member • 13 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 72 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 111 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV—need the code first.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 118 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1985 Ferrari 308GTSI QV too!

March 16, 2025 Reply

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