[Resolved] Key code help for 1985 Porsche 911 with chipped keys

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Misterx
Member since July 2022 • 60 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1985 Porsche 911 for making new keys?

Posted on March 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1181 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Porsche 911. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 29, 2025

Replies (4)

Ultraman
Member • 66 posts

Trying this on my 1985 Porsche 911 later. Will report back.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 127 posts

My 1985 Porsche 911 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 30, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 37 posts

My 1985 Porsche 911's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

March 31, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 33 posts

This just might solve my 1985 Porsche 911's ignition issue.

April 01, 2025 Reply

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