VIN decoding
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==VIN identification== | ==VIN identification== | ||
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. | 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. | ||
| − | + | 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]. | |
| − | 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]. | + | |
==Multi-make VIN decoders== | ==Multi-make VIN decoders== | ||
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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. | *[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. | ||
*[http://www.vin-number.info/ Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)Information] from vin-number.org | *[http://www.vin-number.info/ Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)Information] from vin-number.org | ||
| + | *[https://www.vehiclehistory.com/vindecoder/vin-decode.php VIN Decoder], from Vehicle History. Includes everything from Acura to Volkswagen. | ||
==American Motors== | ==American Motors== | ||
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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. | *[http://www.roadrunnersite.com/vin/vinhome.php 1966-1974 VIN Decoder] from RoadRunnerSite.com. 1966-1974 Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge VIN Decoder. | ||
*[http://www.stockmopar.com/mopar-vin-decoding.html Mopar VIN decoding], covers 1970 and 1971 Mopar cars. | *[http://www.stockmopar.com/mopar-vin-decoding.html Mopar VIN decoding], covers 1970 and 1971 Mopar cars. | ||
| − | *[http://www.jani-immonen.net/decoders/ | + | *[http://www.jani-immonen.net/decoders/tag6974.html 1966-1974 Mopar decoder]. |
*[http://www.sweptline.com/hist/vininfo.html Dodge truck vehicle serial numbers]. How to decode your 1961-1971 Dodge truck. | *[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. | ||
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==Jeep== | ==Jeep== | ||
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*[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] | ||
| − | *[http://www. | + | *[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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==Import vehicles== | ==Import vehicles== | ||
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===BMW (aka Bavarian Motor Works)=== | ===BMW (aka Bavarian Motor Works)=== | ||
| − | *[http://www.bmwvindecoder. | + | *[http://www.bmwvindecoder.net/ 17 digit BMW VIN Decoder] Works for 1980-present 17 digit BMW VINs. |
===Honda Cars and Trucks=== | ===Honda Cars and Trucks=== | ||
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