[Completed] Dealer wants $200 for Porsche Boxster PIN - other options?

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Hotshot
Member since January 2022 • 97 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Porsche Boxster key fob?

Posted on December 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1949 posts

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

Posted on December 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Blackbelt
Member • 107 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Porsche Boxster!

December 13, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 58 posts

My Porsche Boxster's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 68 posts

Following along—same issue with my Porsche Boxster.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 41 posts

Trying this on my Porsche Boxster later. Will report back.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 57 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Porsche Boxster, thanks for posting!

December 17, 2024 Reply

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