[It Worked!] 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Easymoney
Member since July 2022 • 58 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base?

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Captainkirk
Member • 27 posts

If this works for my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base, I owe you big time.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 41 posts

Key code problems with my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base as well. Subscribed!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 29 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base too.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 134 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base too!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
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Been searching everywhere for help with my 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base's key code.

March 20, 2025 Reply

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