[Confirmed Fix] Where's the key code hidden on my 1987 Porsche 930 for key programming?

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Madhatter
Member since January 2023 • 123 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 1987 Porsche 930?

Posted on January 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1391 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1987 Porsche 930. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenogamer
Member • 147 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1987 Porsche 930.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 84 posts

My 1987 Porsche 930 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 19, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 53 posts

Been here before with my 1987 Porsche 930. Let’s see if this one works.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 25 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 1987 Porsche 930.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 74 posts

My 1987 Porsche 930 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 22, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 6 posts

If this works for my 1987 Porsche 930, I owe you big time.

January 23, 2025 Reply

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