[Fixed] Lost only key - how to recover code for 1988 Austin Healey Sebring

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Deltaforce
Member since May 2023 • 112 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1988 Austin Healey Sebring?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1722 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Austin Healey Sebring. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (3)

Silversurf
Member • 107 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1988 Austin Healey Sebring's mystery code.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 114 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1988 Austin Healey Sebring.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 135 posts

My 1988 Austin Healey Sebring won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 22, 2024 Reply

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