[Solved] Help! I need the PIN code for my McLaren P1 GTR18

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Icecold
Member since March 2022 • 85 posts

How can I access my McLaren P1 GTR18's key code to program new keys?

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1216 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren P1 GTR18. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (5)

Crazycat
Member • 106 posts

Just what I needed! My McLaren P1 GTR18 has been acting up lately.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 53 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my McLaren P1 GTR18 key issue.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 145 posts

I really hope this trick works on my McLaren P1 GTR18.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 129 posts

I have the same McLaren P1 GTR18 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 21 posts

Was about to tow my McLaren P1 GTR18. Let me try this first.

March 25, 2025 Reply

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