[It Worked!] Cheapest way to obtain MINI Hardtop S 4 Door key code

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Goldengate
Member since November 2021 • 84 posts

Looking for my MINI Hardtop S 4 Door's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI Hardtop S 4 Door. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Megamind
Member • 29 posts

Saved me from towing my MINI Hardtop S 4 Door. Thanks!

December 27, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 29 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my MINI Hardtop S 4 Door!

December 28, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 98 posts

Been here before with my MINI Hardtop S 4 Door. Let’s see if this one works.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 131 posts

I think my MINI Hardtop S 4 Door has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 30, 2024 Reply

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