[Completed] All keys lost for BMW M Coupe, how to retrieve code?

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Darthvader
Member since December 2022 • 115 posts

Need my BMW M Coupe's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1157 posts

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

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (3)

Bluesteel
Member • 28 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my BMW M Coupe's key code.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 22 posts

I have a 2011 BMW M Coupe, will this method work for that year?

April 10, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 120 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my BMW M Coupe!

April 11, 2025 Reply

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