[Success] Programmed new key but 1991 Ferrari Testarossa still won’t start - code?

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Iceberg
Member since September 2022 • 100 posts

How to get my 1991 Ferrari Testarossa's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Ferrari Testarossa. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (3)

Pandaexpress
Member • 56 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1991 Ferrari Testarossa?

February 18, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 62 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1991 Ferrari Testarossa.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 137 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1991 Ferrari Testarossa. This might do it.

February 20, 2025 Reply

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