[Verified] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my Matchless G 80 E?

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Whiterabbit
Member since December 2022 • 60 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Matchless G 80 E

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Matchless G 80 E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Alphacent
Member • 24 posts

My Matchless G 80 E might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 110 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Matchless G 80 E as well.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 24 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Matchless G 80 E.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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