[Method] Does anyone have a way to retrieve a Lancia Stratos PIN code?

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Techwiz
Member since November 2021 • 20 posts

Looking for my Lancia Stratos's factory key code to program a key

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1976 posts

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

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Knightlight
Member • 51 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Lancia Stratos's key code issue!

April 23, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 65 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Lancia Stratos's mystery code.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 68 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Lancia Stratos.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 126 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Lancia Stratos, thanks for posting!

April 26, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 37 posts

Desperate to get my Lancia Stratos running again. Trying this tonight.

April 27, 2025 Reply

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