[Solution] Can I get the immobilizer code for my 2003 Porsche Boxster from the VIN?

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Haloeffect
Member since December 2021 • 114 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2003 Porsche Boxster to make a spare key?

Posted on September 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Porsche Boxster. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Voodoochild
Member • 80 posts

Will this work for older 2003 Porsche Boxsters? Mine's a 2009.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 60 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2003 Porsche Boxster for days.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 104 posts

This just might solve my 2003 Porsche Boxster's ignition issue.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 73 posts

If this works for my 2003 Porsche Boxster, I owe you big time.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 9 posts

Just tried this on my 2003 Porsche Boxster—anyone else have success?

October 01, 2024 Reply

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