[Solved] Where's the key code located on 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman models?

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman?

Posted on November 09, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Zerocool
Member • 43 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman this weekend.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 57 posts

Been stuck with my 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 95 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman, following this thread.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 55 posts

I have a 2011 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman, will this method work for that year?

November 13, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 85 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman. Huge thanks!

November 14, 2024 Reply

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