[Resolved] 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider won’t respond to my new key - PIN code?

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Haloeffect
Member since July 2022 • 142 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider to make a spare key?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 548 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Misterx
Member • 42 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider owner.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 123 posts

Trying this on my 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider later. Will report back.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 29 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 81 posts

Been here before with my 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider. Let’s see if this one works.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 65 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1993 Alfa Romeo Spider as well.

February 19, 2025 Reply

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