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

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

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

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

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

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

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