[Free Fix] Help needed - Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo not recognizing replacement key

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Shadowfax
Member since October 2021 • 57 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo key?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (4)

Electricboog
Member • 5 posts

Was about to tow my Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo. Let me try this first.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 86 posts

Anyone try this on a Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo with push-button start?

March 06, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 111 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipo too!

March 07, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 107 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Alfa Romeo 12C Prototipos?

March 08, 2025 Reply

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