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==Pre-1981 VIN Identification==
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==VIN identification==
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In 1981, Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) were standardized using a seventeen digit system. Prior to 1981, manufacturers used VINs unique to their own company. Understanding these codes can be very helpful, but decoding them can be difficult. The purpose of this page is to list resources to aid in identifying these codes.
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In 1981, Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) were standardized using a seventeen digit system. Prior to 1981, manufacturers used VINs unique to their own company. Understanding these codes can be very helpful, but decoding them can be difficult. The purpose of this page is to list resources to aid in identifying these codes.
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In 1981, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration decided that "all over the road vehicles" being sold must contain a *[http://www.vin-number.org/ 17-digit alphanumeric Vehicle Identification Number], then again in 1987, the VIN Labeling process had another "upgrade" whereas automotive manufacturers were required to label certain parts on a vehicle in order to help prevent theft and fraud. This also enabled insurance companies and government organizations to track [http://VinCheckReport.com VINs and their title brands], as well as keep records of the [http://www.vehicle-history.info/ vehicle's history].
  
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==Decoders==
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==Multi-make VIN decoders==
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These are online decoders where you enter your VIN and it shows the information pertinent to that VIN.
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com ISO VIN decoder]
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*[http://vinchecker.net VIN Checker], decodes most vehicle Identification Numbers (domestic and import)
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*[http://gmvindecoder.net Domestic Cars VIN Decoder] Domestic Vehicles - Vin Decoder
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*[http://muscle-car-resto.com/vin/ Hotrod VIN decoder] (1965 - 1973 only). AMC, Buick, Chevy, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Mopar muscle car decoder. They say they are working on Ford.
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*[http://www.oldcarfacts.org Old Car Facts], provides basic decoding (year, make, model, body style) for 46 different makes, including most domestic VINs after 1946, and most major import VINs after 1965. Has only partial support for 1963-1967 Jeep trucks and 1975-1977 Toyota.
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*[http://www.vinwiz.com/ VIN wiz], decodes most 1950-1980 US car and truck VINs (GM/Ford/Mopar/AMC/Jeep/IHC).
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*[http://www.decodethis.com/Default.aspx DecodeThis], classic and modern car VIN number decoder. It worked great with 1981 and up VINs but may be unable to decode older VINs.
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*[http://www.vin-number.info/ Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)Information] from vin-number.org
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*[https://www.vehiclehistory.com/vindecoder/vin-decode.php VIN Decoder], from Vehicle History. Includes everything from Acura to Volkswagen.  
  
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===General===
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==American Motors==
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Decoder, Works on Most Vehicles (Domestic and Import)] VIN Decoder for most manufacturers.
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*[http://www.amxfiles.com/resource/tech/vin2.html AMC 1968-80 VIN (serial number) decoder].
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*[http://muscle-car-resto.com/vin/ HotRod VIN Decoder (1965 - 1973 only)] AMC Buick Chevy Oldsmobile Pontiac and Mopar muscle car decoder. They say they are working on Ford.
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*[http://www.oldcarfacts.org Old Car Facts] (link may be down) Provides basic (year, make, model, body style) decoding for 46 different makes, including most US domestic VINs after 1946, and most major import VINs after 1965.  Has only partial support for 1963-1967 Jeep trucks and 1975-1977 Toyota.
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*[http://www.vinwiz.com/ VIN wiz] Decodes most 1950-1980 US car and truck VIN's (GM/Ford/Mopar/AMC/Jeep/IHC).
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*[http://www.decodethis.com/Default.aspx DecodeThis] Says it is a classic and modern car VIN number decoder. It worked great with 1981 and up VIN's but may be unable to decode older VIN's.
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===Chrysler===
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==Chrysler==
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Decoder] VIN Decoder for Chrysler Group Cars.
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Chrysler Chrysler VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.roadrunnersite.com/vin/vinhome.php 1966-1974 VIN Decoder] RoadRunnerSite.com: 1966-1974 Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge VIN Decoder.
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*[http://www.roadrunnersite.com/vin/vinhome.php 1966-1974 VIN Decoder] from RoadRunnerSite.com. 1966-1974 Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge VIN Decoder.
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*[http://www.stockmopar.com/mopar-vin-decoding.html Mopar VIN Decoding] Covers 1970 and 1971 Mopar cars.
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*[http://www.stockmopar.com/mopar-vin-decoding.html Mopar VIN decoding], covers 1970 and 1971 Mopar cars.
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*[http://www.jani-immonen.net/decoders/vin6674.html 1966-1974 Mopar decoder].
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*[http://www.jani-immonen.net/decoders/tag6974.html 1966-1974 Mopar decoder].
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*[http://www.sweptline.com/hist/vininfo.html Dodge Truck Vehicle Serial Numbers] How to decode your 1961-1971 Dodge truck.
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*[http://www.sweptline.com/hist/vininfo.html Dodge truck vehicle serial numbers]. How to decode your 1961-1971 Dodge truck.
 
*[http://www.dodgepolara.com/vin.html Mopar VIN Decoder] Covers 1964-1974 Mopars. Mostly Dodge and Plymouth.
 
*[http://www.dodgepolara.com/vin.html Mopar VIN Decoder] Covers 1964-1974 Mopars. Mostly Dodge and Plymouth.
 
*[http://ramchargercentral.com/index.php?action=vindecode Mopar Truck VIN Decode] 1974-2004.
 
*[http://ramchargercentral.com/index.php?action=vindecode Mopar Truck VIN Decode] 1974-2004.
 
*[http://warped.org/cgi-bin/mocode.pl MoCode! Mopar VIN Decoder] 1966-1974 Mopar.
 
*[http://warped.org/cgi-bin/mocode.pl MoCode! Mopar VIN Decoder] 1966-1974 Mopar.
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*[http://dodgepilothouseclub.org/know/vin/model.htm Deciphering your 1948-1953 Dodge truck code] Covers B-series trucks from 1948-1953.
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*[http://dodgepilothouseclub.org/know/vin/model.htm Deciphering your 1948-1953 Dodge truck codes], covers B-series trucks from 1948-1953.
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*[http://www.lhmopars.com/vinindex.htm 1962-1980 Chrysler Corporation Products] Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) decoding data.
  
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===Ford Motor Company===
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==Ford Motor Company==
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Decoder for Fords] VIN Decoder 17-digit VIN Fords.  
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Ford Ford VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_serialnumbers.htm Early Ford Serial Numbers] For Fords manufactured for the USA market from 1932-1953.
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com 17-digit VIN decoder for Fords] 
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*[http://www.fordification.com/tech/vin.htm Ford trucks 1967-72] VIN Decoding for 1967-1972 Ford F-series pickups
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*[http://www.fordvindecoder.com FordVINDecoder.com] 
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*[http://www.fordification.net/tech/vin.htm Ford trucks 1973-79] VIN Decoding for 1973-1979 Ford F-series pickups
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Ford Ford VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.medicine.wisc.edu/~mrm/bronco/ftvin.cgi FORD Truck VIN# Identification] Decoder covering years 1970 through 1980. 100 through 350 Series including Bronco. It includes a decoder covering transmissions and front and rear axles.  
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*[http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_serialnumbers.htm Early Ford serial numbers] for domestic Fords from 1932-1953.
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*[http://www.ford-trucks.com/vin-decoder/index.php?a=decode Ford Trucks VIN Decoder] Covers Ford pickups 1951-1980. Now it also covers the 1981 and up seventeen digit numbers. This is a good one for Ford pickups.
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*[http://www.fordification.com/tech/vin.htm 1967-'72 Ford F-series pickup truck VIN decoding]
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*[http://www.twisterspecialregistry.com/VINDECODER.html Ford and Mustang Decoder] This decoder will work on 1965-1973 Mustangs and 1960-1969 Fords. (Possibly excluding trucks)
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*[http://www.fordification.net/tech/vin.htm 1973-'79 Ford F-series pickup truck VIN decoding] 
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*[http://www.medicine.wisc.edu/~mrm/bronco/ftvin.cgi FORD truck VIN number decoder] covering years 1970 through 1980. 100 through 350 Series including Bronco. It includes a decoder covering transmissions and front and rear axles.  
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*[http://www.ford-trucks.com/vin-decoder/index.php?a=decode 1951-1980 Ford pickup truck VIN decoder], also covers the 1981 and up seventeen digit numbers. This is a good one for Ford pickups.
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*[http://www.twisterspecialregistry.com/VINDECODER.html 1960-1969 Ford and 1965-1973 Mustang decoder] This decoder possibly excludes trucks.
 
*[http://www.theclassicford.com/index.htm The Classic Ford] A site covering much useful information about classic Fords. Currently covering 1946 to 1965 cars. Click on the year of car you are interested in on the left side of the page. A link to the VIN information is located at the bottom of each year's page.
 
*[http://www.theclassicford.com/index.htm The Classic Ford] A site covering much useful information about classic Fords. Currently covering 1946 to 1965 cars. Click on the year of car you are interested in on the left side of the page. A link to the VIN information is located at the bottom of each year's page.
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*[http://iml.jou.ufl.edu/projects/students/Blommel/ The 1964½-1973 Mustang VIN Decoder Page] It shows you where to locate your VIN and how to read the number. Then, you click on the year of your Mustang and it takes you to a page with that year's information.
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*[http://iml.jou.ufl.edu/projects/students/Blommel/ The 1964½-1973 Mustang VIN decoder page]. It shows you where to locate your VIN and how to read the number. Then, you click on the year of your Mustang and it takes you to a page with that year's information.
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*[http://www.lovefords.org/Vin/ford/6069/1960.asp Decode 1960-69 Ford VIN Datasheets] Falcon and Mustang.
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*[http://www.lovefords.org/Vin/ford/6069/1960.asp Decode 1960-'69 Ford VIN datasheets] for Falcon and Mustang.
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*[http://www.torinocobra.com/torino_vin_70.htm 1970 VIN Codes] 1970 Torino.
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*[http://www.torinocobra.com/torino_vin_70.htm 1970 Torino VIN Codes]
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*[http://www.torinocobra.com/torino_vin_71.htm 1971 VIN Codes] 1971 Torino.
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*[http://www.torinocobra.com/torino_vin_71.htm 1971 Torino VIN Codes]
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*[http://home.comcast.net/~petebre/maverick/decode/index.html Maverick / Comet VIN and data plate].
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*[http://home.comcast.net/~petebre/maverick/decode/index.html Maverick/Comet VIN and data plate].
 
*[http://www.mustangii.net/vin.asp?number=7R04F129889&mode=Decode 1974 to 1978 Mustang II VIN decode].
 
*[http://www.mustangii.net/vin.asp?number=7R04F129889&mode=Decode 1974 to 1978 Mustang II VIN decode].
  
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===General Motors===
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==General Motors==
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com Domestic Cars VIN Decoder] Domestic Vehicles - Vin Decoder .
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*[http://gmvindecoder.net GM VIN Decoder] Domestic Vehicle Vin Decoder
 
*[http://www.f-body.org/oldfaq/html/vins/index.html F-BODY VIN Decoding] Covers 1969 to present Camaro and Firebird.
 
*[http://www.f-body.org/oldfaq/html/vins/index.html F-BODY VIN Decoding] Covers 1969 to present Camaro and Firebird.
 
*The [http://service.gm.com/dealerworld/vincards/ GM Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Information site] provides quick access to an online source for GM VIN information from 1972 thru present.  
 
*The [http://service.gm.com/dealerworld/vincards/ GM Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Information site] provides quick access to an online source for GM VIN information from 1972 thru present.  
  
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====Oldsmobile====
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===Buick===
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*[http://v8cars.hu/oldsvin/decode.php OldsVIN] Postwar Oldsmobile VIN Decoder 1946-1997.
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Buick Buick VIN decoder]
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*[http://apps.oldsgmail.com/vin.asp 1978-1988 Oldsmobile VIN Decoder].
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*[http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/buick_vin.htm 1954-1964 Buick VIN].
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*[http://www.musclecarclub.com/musclecars/buick-gs/buick-gs-specs.shtml Buick GS 1965-1972] Production numbers, VIN breakdown, engine specifications and engine ID codes for GS and a number of other Buick models.
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===Cadillac===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Caddilac Caddilac VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.wmsbrg.com/cadillac/Richmond/Tech_Tips/Cadillac_VIN_numbers.htm 1965-1980 Cadillac VINs].
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*[http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm 1903-2009 Cadillacs] History, Identification and Specifications.
  
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====Chevrolet====
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===Chevrolet===
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Decoder For Chevys] VIN Decoder for All Chevys
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*[http://hhclassic.com/p-33576-classic-chevy-vin-decoder.html Tri Five (1955-1957), Impala (1958-1970), and Nova (1962-1974) VIN Decoder] Decode your VIN instantly with this free tool!
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Chevrolet Chevrolet VIN Decoder]
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Decoder For Chevys] VIN Decoder for All Chevys (17 digits)
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*[http://VinCheckReport.com VIN Chevy VIN Decoder] VIN Decoder for All Chevrolet Cars and Trucks (duplicate link)
 
*[http://brochures.slosh.com/vindecoder.html 1967/1973-1987] Chevy truck VIN decoder.
 
*[http://brochures.slosh.com/vindecoder.html 1967/1973-1987] Chevy truck VIN decoder.
 
*[http://www.1963chevrolet.com/tools.htm Chevy VIN Decoder] Works for all Chevrolet passenger cars for 1958-1969.
 
*[http://www.1963chevrolet.com/tools.htm Chevy VIN Decoder] Works for all Chevrolet passenger cars for 1958-1969.
 
*[http://www.mkellstrand.com/corvairs/resources/vin/vin_decoder.html Corvair VIN Decoder] 1960-1969 Chevy Corvairs.
 
*[http://www.mkellstrand.com/corvairs/resources/vin/vin_decoder.html Corvair VIN Decoder] 1960-1969 Chevy Corvairs.
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*[http://chevy.tocmp.com/models/index.htm Chevrolet Passenger Cars and Trucks] Information on Chevy cars and trucks from 1929 to 1958. In addition to serial number decoding charts, there are paint codes, production figures, model ID charts and engine serial number information.  
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*[http://chevy.tocmp.com/models/index.htm Chevrolet Passenger Cars and Trucks] Information on Chevy cars and trucks from 1929 to 1958. In addition to serial number decoding charts, there are paint codes, production figures, model ID charts and engine serial number information. (broken link)
 
*[http://people.smu.edu/acambre/nova/decoders.html Chevrolet Chevy II and Nova VIN and Body Tag Decoder] Covers 1962-1979 Nova and Chevy II.
 
*[http://people.smu.edu/acambre/nova/decoders.html Chevrolet Chevy II and Nova VIN and Body Tag Decoder] Covers 1962-1979 Nova and Chevy II.
 
*[http://www.vettesite.com/vin.asp VetteSite VIN Verification] Very good information on Corvette VIN from 1972 to 1998, and some interesting information on Corvette VIN dating from 1953.
 
*[http://www.vettesite.com/vin.asp VetteSite VIN Verification] Very good information on Corvette VIN from 1972 to 1998, and some interesting information on Corvette VIN dating from 1953.
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*[http://chevelle.www7.50megs.com/vin.htm Chevelle VIN decoder].
 
*[http://chevelle.www7.50megs.com/vin.htm Chevelle VIN decoder].
 
*[http://stovebolt.com/techtips/VIN.htm Deciphering your Chevrolet VIN] 1929-1964 Chevy trucks.
 
*[http://stovebolt.com/techtips/VIN.htm Deciphering your Chevrolet VIN] 1929-1964 Chevy trucks.
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*[http://53truck.ez15loan.com/howto/vin.htm 1947-1955 Chevy trucks] Serial Number Decoder (For 1947 - 1955 1st Series Chevy Trucks).
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*[http://www.p385.com/Bailey/images/53.Chevy/1929%20-%201958%20Chevrolet%20Model%20Identification.pdf 1929-1958 Chevrolet Model Identification] Chevrolet Passenger Cars and Trucks: Model Identification Charts, Serial Number & Cowl Tag Locations, Paint, Trim & Engine Codes for U.S. Built 1929 - 1958 Models.
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*[http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/55chevy_vin.htm 1955-1957 Chevy] Decoding the 1955-1957 Chevy VIN.
  
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===Dodge===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Audi Dodge VIN Decoder]
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*[http://dodgevindecoder.com 1981-2014 Dodge VIN Decoder] VIN Decoder for Dodge Trucks and Dodge Cars.
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As of 1-17-2015 neither link worked.
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===Oldsmobile===
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*[http://v8cars.hu/oldsvin/decode.php OldsVIN] Postwar Oldsmobile VIN Decoder 1946-1997.
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*[http://apps.oldsgmail.com/vin.asp 1978-1988 Oldsmobile VIN Decoder].
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===Pontiac===
 
*[http://www.1963pontiac.com/tools.htm 1960-1969 Pontiac VIN decoder]
 
*[http://www.1963pontiac.com/tools.htm 1960-1969 Pontiac VIN decoder]
 
*[http://www.teufert.net/vin/65-72pontiacvin.htm Pontiac] 1965-1972 Pontiac models.
 
*[http://www.teufert.net/vin/65-72pontiacvin.htm Pontiac] 1965-1972 Pontiac models.
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*[http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/firebird_vin.htm 1967-1992 Pontiac Firebird VIN]
  
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====Cadillac====
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==Jeep==
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*[http://www.wmsbrg.com/cadillac/Richmond/Tech_Tips/Cadillac_VIN_numbers.htm 1965-1980 Cadillac VINs].
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====Buick====
 
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*[http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/buick_vin.htm 1954-1964 Buick VIN].
 
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*[http://www.musclecarclub.com/musclecars/buick-gs/buick-gs-specs.shtml Buick GS 1965-1972] Production numbers, VIN breakdown, engine specifications and engine ID codes for GS and a number of other Buick models.
 
  
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===Jeep===
 
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*[http://cjoffroad.com/writeup.asp?WU_ID=13&noAdd=1 Jeep CJ VIN decoder (1968-1986)].
 
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*[http://www.wagoneer.net/cgi-bin/fsjvindecoder.cgi FSJ Vin Decoder] Full size Jeep VIN decoder. Any full size Jeep (FSJ) including Wagoneers, Cherokees, J-series Pickups, and M-715 military vehicles.
 
 
*[http://oljeep.com/gw/vin_66-71.html 1966 - 1971 J Series VIN decoder]
 
*[http://oljeep.com/gw/vin_66-71.html 1966 - 1971 J Series VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.film.queensu.ca/cj3b/serialnos/SerialNosSixties.html Kaiser Jeep 1960-'67 serial numbers].
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*[http://http://www.allpar.com/mopar/jeep-vin.html
 
*[http://www.jeepz.com/forum/vin.php 1972 - present Jeep VIN decoder]
 
*[http://www.jeepz.com/forum/vin.php 1972 - present Jeep VIN decoder]
  
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===American Motors===
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==Import vehicles==
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*[http://www.amxfiles.com/resource/tech/vin2.html AMC 1968-80 VIN (serial number) decoder].
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===Volkswagen===
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===Audi===
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*[http://www.dubnetworks.net/vw-vin-decoder.htm VW VIN Decoder] For those with a 9 or 10-digit VIN (chassis number) built after 1965 but before 1980. The information encoded in the VIN is limited to year and body type. It should also work for most VW cars with a 17 digit VIN code (built after 1980).
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Audi Audi VIN Decoder] Works for AUDI 17 digit VIN, 1980-present.
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===BMW (aka Bavarian Motor Works)===
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*[http://www.bmwvindecoder.net/ 17 digit BMW VIN Decoder] Works for 1980-present 17 digit BMW VINs.
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===Honda Cars and Trucks===
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*[http://www.hondavindecoder.com 1980-present HONDA VIN Decoder] Works for 1980-present Honda cars and Trucks. Currently does not work for Motorcycles.
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===Honda Motorcycles===
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====1979-'95====
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From 1979 to 1995 Honda had a 11-digit VIN, e.g. RD023600883
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*R: cc (A=up to 50, D=up to 70, H=up to 80, J=up to 125, K=up to 150, M=up to 250, N=up to 400, P=up to 600, R=up to 800, S=up to 800)
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*D: type of motorcycle (B=kids bike/ATC, C=Street, D=Enduro, E=OHV/Offroad bike - not street legal, F=Scooter)
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*02: internal production number (here NX650 Dominator)
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*3: version
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*6: series
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*00883: serial number
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====1996-up====
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From 1996-up Honda has a 17-digit VIN, e.g. JH2RD07ABTM000992 or JH2RD07A1YM417129
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*JH2: country of production (JH2=WMI Honda Japan, 1HF=Honda America, ZDC=Honda Italy, VTM=Montesa/Honda Spain)  
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*RD07A: type (here Africa Twin)
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*B: version
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*1: control number (1-9 or X)
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*T: year (T=1996, V=1997, W=1998, X=1999, Y=2000, 1=2001 ... 6=2006)
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*M: factory (M=Hamamatsu/Japan, K=Kumamoto/Japan, A=Ohio/USA, F=Atessa/Italy, *E=Barcelona/Spain
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*000992: serial number
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Honda Honda VIN decoder (from 1984)]
  
 
===Jaguar===
 
===Jaguar===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Jaguar Jaguar VIN decoder]
 
*[http://www.autohausaz.com/jaguar-auto-parts/jaguar-vehicle-identification-numbers.html 1971 and up Jaguar]
 
*[http://www.autohausaz.com/jaguar-auto-parts/jaguar-vehicle-identification-numbers.html 1971 and up Jaguar]
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===Mazda Cars and Trucks===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Mazda Mazda VIN decoder]
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*[http://www.mazdavindecoder.com 1980-present (17 digit MAZDA VIN Decoder for Cars and Trucks] Works for 1980-present Mazda VIN Decoding.
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===Mercedes===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder]
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*[http://mercedesvindecoder.com Mercedes VIN decoder, Works for other Manufacturers], A VIN Decoder for Mercedes Vehicles. Works for other manufacturers as well. Offers quite a bit of information.
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===Nissan===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Nissan Nissan VIN decoder]
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*[http://nissanvindecoder.com Nissan VIN decoder (works for Cars and Trucks)] 1981-present VIN Decoder for Nissan cars and trucks.
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===Porsche===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Porsche Porsche VIN decoder (1980-Present)] VIN Decoder for 1980-present Porsche VINs. Provides year/make/model as well as additional information.
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===Toyota===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Toyota Totyota VIN decoder (from 1984)]
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*[http://toyotavindecoder.com Toyota VIN decoder (17 digit vin decoder)] VIN Decoder for Toyota cars and trucks, with option to buy vehicle history reports for discounted price.
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*[https://parts.olathetoyota.com/vin-decoder.html Toyota VIN decoder]VIN Decoder for all Toyota models - includes vehicle specs, MSRP, and fuel economy information.
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===Volkswagen===
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*[http://www.vindecoderz.com/EN/Volkswagen Volkswagen VIN decoder (from 1984)]
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*[http://www.autoinsurancetips.com/volkswagen_vin.htm 1980-2001 Volkswagen VIN Decoder] For those with a 17 digit VIN, works for 1980-2001.
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*[http://www.dubnetworks.net/vw-vin-decoder.htm VW VIN Decoder] For those with a 9 or 10-digit VIN (chassis number) built after 1965 but before 1980. The information encoded in the VIN is limited to year and body type. It should also work for most VW cars with a 17 digit VIN code (built after 1980).
  
 
==Related resources==
 
==Related resources==
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*[http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Category:RPO_GM_build_codes GM RPO codes]
 
*[[How to identify a Ford V8]]
 
*[[How to identify a Ford V8]]
 
*[http://www.hotrodders.com/kb/ford-engine-tech Ford Engine Block Codes, Serial Numbers, Specifications, and Casting Numbers]
 
*[http://www.hotrodders.com/kb/ford-engine-tech Ford Engine Block Codes, Serial Numbers, Specifications, and Casting Numbers]
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*[[Chevy engine casting numbers]]
 
*[[Chevy engine casting numbers]]
 
*[[Early Hemi engine specifications]]
 
*[[Early Hemi engine specifications]]
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