[Confirmed] Anyone with experience retrieving ignition codes for 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio?

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Electric
Member since August 2023 • 100 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio - help?

Posted on April 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Gamerpro
Member • 40 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 82 posts

My 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 28, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 138 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio!

April 29, 2025 Reply

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