[Verified] Dealer charging too much for Ferrari 308 key code

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Ninjastar
Member since April 2022 • 134 posts

Looking for my Ferrari 308's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1594 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ferrari 308. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (3)

Megamind
Member • 113 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Ferrari 308.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 125 posts

My Ferrari 308 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 134 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Ferrari 308—need the code first.

November 21, 2024 Reply

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