[Answered] Is there a website to get transponder codes for 2011 MINI Convertible?

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Ironwill
Member since November 2021 • 123 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2011 MINI Convertible

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1211 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 MINI Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Ultraviolet
Member • 115 posts

Does this method work for the 2011 MINI Convertible models from 2010 onward?

October 28, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 105 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2011 MINI Convertible won’t recognize the key.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 62 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2011 MINI Convertible.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 24 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2011 MINI Convertible key code too.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 117 posts

I have a 2011 2011 MINI Convertible, will this method work for that year?

November 01, 2024 Reply

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