[It Worked!] Where can I get the key code for my BMW 8 Series Convertible?

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Knightlight
Member since February 2022 • 126 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a BMW 8 Series Convertible?

Posted on February 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1374 posts

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

Posted on February 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Bluesteel
Member • 15 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer BMW 8 Series Convertible.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 29 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my BMW 8 Series Convertible. Trying this instead.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 61 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a BMW 8 Series Convertible.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 12 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my BMW 8 Series Convertible, following this thread.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 53 posts

Anyone try this on a BMW 8 Series Convertible with push-button start?

February 26, 2025 Reply

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