[Solution] Locked out of my TVR 3000S Turbo - don’t have the key code

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Platinumblonde
Member since August 2022 • 124 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my TVR 3000S Turbo?

Posted on September 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1866 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TVR 3000S Turbo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitalnomad
Member • 145 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my TVR 3000S Turbo.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 64 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my TVR 3000S Turbo.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 73 posts

This might finally help me unlock my TVR 3000S Turbo's key code.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 52 posts

I have the same TVR 3000S Turbo and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 78 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a TVR 3000S Turbo.

September 12, 2024 Reply

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