[Success] Is immobilizer PIN same across all 1987 Porsche 911 trims?

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1987 Porsche 911?

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Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1987 Porsche 911.

Will this work if the 1987 Porsche 911 has an aftermarket alarm?

My 1987 Porsche 911 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

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