[Method] Where do junkyards store Lotus Exige Cup 260 codes?

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Rustyshack
Member since November 2021 • 86 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Lotus Exige Cup 260 - where's the key code?

Posted on March 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Exige Cup 260. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Electriceel
Member • 125 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Lotus Exige Cup 260.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 9 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Lotus Exige Cup 260—might work for mine too.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 131 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Lotus Exige Cup 260 all week. Hope this helps.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 115 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Lotus Exige Cup 260 too.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 66 posts

I tried this with my Lotus Exige Cup 260 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 23, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 12 posts

My Lotus Exige Cup 260 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 24, 2025 Reply

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