[Recommended Fix] Options when VIN is unreadable for Vespa GTS250ie key code

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Alphaomega
Member since January 2023 • 71 posts

Looking for my Vespa GTS250ie's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1115 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Vespa GTS250ie. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (3)

Outlawstar
Member • 94 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Vespa GTS250ie key issue.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 50 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Vespa GTS250ie.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 28 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Vespa GTS250ie.

December 20, 2024 Reply

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