[Solution] Lost only key - how to recover code for 1993 BMW 850Ci

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Ultrasonic
Member since October 2022 • 110 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1993 BMW 850Ci to make a spare key?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 BMW 850Ci. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Hyperlink
Member • 120 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1993 BMW 850Ci.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 127 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1993 BMW 850Ci too!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 47 posts

My 1993 BMW 850Ci's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 116 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1993 BMW 850Ci owner.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 21 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1993 BMW 850Ci—need the code first.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 75 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 1993 BMW 850Ci, thanks for posting!

August 13, 2024 Reply

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