[Archived] Anyone bypassed the transponder system on a Bugatti Type 57?

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Rogueone
Member since April 2023 • 127 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Bugatti Type 57 for key programming?

Posted on March 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 965 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bugatti Type 57. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Windwalker
Member • 68 posts

Same problem on my Bugatti Type 57. Watching for any working solutions.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 26 posts

My Bugatti Type 57 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 124 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Bugatti Type 57.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 76 posts

My Bugatti Type 57 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 79 posts

Anyone try this on a Bugatti Type 57 with push-button start?

April 01, 2025 Reply

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