[Issue Closed] VIN to key code service for 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i - legit?

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Zombiehunt
Member since January 2022 • 76 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i?

Posted on October 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1505 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Electricslide
Member • 69 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i, following this thread.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 76 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i's mystery code.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 59 posts

My 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 76 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 43 posts

Does this method work for the 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i models from 2010 onward?

October 08, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 54 posts

Just what I needed! My 2021 BMW 2 Series 8i has been acting up lately.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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