[Free Solution] Looking for a way to read my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa's transponder code

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Easymoney
Member since April 2023 • 114 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Metalhead
Member • 118 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa key code too.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 128 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 78 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa, hope this helps.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 101 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa, would this method still work?

May 17, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 57 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa. This might do it.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Techguru
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My Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Targa just blinks. I think this might fix it.

May 19, 2025 Reply

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