[Archived] European 2016 BMW M6 key code in US - possible?

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Redalert
Member since October 2022 • 132 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2016 BMW M6 for making new keys?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 BMW M6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphaomega
Member • 67 posts

I think my 2016 BMW M6 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 93 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2016 BMW M6.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 77 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2016 BMW M6?

April 13, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 12 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2016 BMW M6.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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