[Resolved] Need help: how to unlock a BMW Z4 Coupe 30si without the ignition code

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Ultraviolet
Member since July 2022 • 84 posts

How can I retrieve my BMW Z4 Coupe 30si's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW Z4 Coupe 30si. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Firestarter
Member • 125 posts

I tried this with my BMW Z4 Coupe 30si but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 29, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 48 posts

Why is finding a key code on a BMW Z4 Coupe 30si this hard?!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 78 posts

Worked on my cousin’s BMW Z4 Coupe 30si—might work for mine too.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 44 posts

I have the same BMW Z4 Coupe 30si and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 49 posts

My BMW Z4 Coupe 30si is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 02, 2025 Reply

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