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Could some one tell me what my vin# means,when was it build and what is the # of my Vette.Where can I go and get this info or is there a book that explains Vin #'s.Thanks.
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[QUOTE=zgator]Could some one tell me what my vin# means,when was it build and what is the # of my Vette.Where can I go and get this info or is there a book that explains Vin #'s.Thanks.[/QUOTE]
goto the tools menu and pic VIN Decoder
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Post your VIN here, and it will get deciphered quickly! 
Or, you can use the VIN decoder under the "Tools" drop-down, as Ben suggested.
1G1AY878?C5******
1G = US built GM vehicle
1 = Chevrolet
A = Restraint system(seat belt)
Y = Corvette
87 = Coupe
8 = 350 CrossFire
? = Check number..could be anything
C = Model year (82)
5 = Bowling Green Assy. Plant
****** = Build sequence number
Adams' Apple 38948.7815393519
Or, you can use the VIN decoder under the "Tools" drop-down, as Ben suggested.
1G1AY878?C5******
1G = US built GM vehicle
1 = Chevrolet
A = Restraint system(seat belt)
Y = Corvette
87 = Coupe
8 = 350 CrossFire
? = Check number..could be anything
C = Model year (82)
5 = Bowling Green Assy. Plant
****** = Build sequence number
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