[Archived] Is there a master key for the Lotus Turbo Esprit?

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Platinumblonde
Member since September 2022 • 86 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Lotus Turbo Esprit for key programming?

Posted on April 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1311 posts

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

Posted on April 27, 2025

Replies (4)

Darkangel
Member • 111 posts

Been stuck with my Lotus Turbo Esprit for weeks. This might be the fix.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 133 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Lotus Turbo Esprit.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 34 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Lotus Turbo Esprit too.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 47 posts

My Lotus Turbo Esprit needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

April 30, 2025 Reply

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