[Closed] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1998 Aston Martin DB7

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How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1998 Aston Martin DB7?

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This is exactly what I need for my 1998 Aston Martin DB7, thanks for posting!

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1998 Aston Martin DB7?

I’ve got a 2012 1998 Aston Martin DB7, would this method still work?

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1998 Aston Martin DB7 as well.

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1998 Aston Martin DB7.

My 1998 Aston Martin DB7's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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