How does one go about that? Do they show interiors, special packages, engine versions, or just a model number and not terribly specific after that? I figure there's a color code and model code in there, but who knows what else?
Decoding Vin Numbers
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The most important info on the Subaru is the build date. Its on a plate or sticker usually on the drivers lower door post.
You may well find parts that fit through or after and build date, eg 8/04 or whatever.
http://www.cars101.com/subaru/vin.html
You may well find parts that fit through or after and build date, eg 8/04 or whatever.
http://www.cars101.com/subaru/vin.html
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There are online VIN decoders. Here is what the VIN is made up of.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_identification_number
here's a VIN decoder.
http://www.vindecoder.net/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_identification_number
here's a VIN decoder.
http://www.vindecoder.net/
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And here's another:
http://autoappraisalnetwork.com/vin-decoder/
Wow! Thanks! This one was the best.
2004 Subaru Outback Wagon w/All-weather Package
VIN 4S3BH675646639900
Year 2004 Engine Type 2.5L H4 SOHC 16V
Make Subaru Driveline AWD
Model Outback Ground Clearance 7.30 in.
Trim Level Wagon w/All-weather Package Front Brake Type Disc
Manufactured In UNITED STATES Rear Brake Type Disc
Body Style WAGON 4-DR Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Transmission 5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Standard Seating 5
MPG Hwy 28 miles/gallon Optional Seating No data
MPG City 21 - 22 miles/gallon Tires 225/60R16
Dealer Invoice $21,335 USD Wheelbase 104.30 in.
MSRP $23,470 USD Curb Weight 3495 lbs
And here's another:
http://autoappraisalnetwork.com/vin-decoder/
Wow! Thanks! This one was the best.
2004 Subaru Outback Wagon w/All-weather Package
VIN 4S3BH675646639900
Year 2004 Engine Type 2.5L H4 SOHC 16V
Make Subaru Driveline AWD
Model Outback Ground Clearance 7.30 in.
Trim Level Wagon w/All-weather Package Front Brake Type Disc
Manufactured In UNITED STATES Rear Brake Type Disc
Body Style WAGON 4-DR Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Transmission 5-Speed Manual Overdrive
Standard Seating 5
MPG Hwy 28 miles/gallon Optional Seating No data
MPG City 21 - 22 miles/gallon Tires 225/60R16
Dealer Invoice $21,335 USD Wheelbase 104.30 in.
MSRP $23,470 USD Curb Weight 3495 lbs
The best you can hope for is a dealer who can pull your build sheet.
A GM, for next best example, has the RPO label which you can decode online. Will have 50 or so three-letter codes plus some paint codes.
The "rules" for VINs use/waste the first ten-ish digits for stuff like passive restraints yes/no and the last 7 for production sequence. It's hard (but not impossible) to give every option/ trim line its own exclusive code letter.
A GM, for next best example, has the RPO label which you can decode online. Will have 50 or so three-letter codes plus some paint codes.
The "rules" for VINs use/waste the first ten-ish digits for stuff like passive restraints yes/no and the last 7 for production sequence. It's hard (but not impossible) to give every option/ trim line its own exclusive code letter.
Ah well, I found out a lot more than I thought. That was the best of them, that's for sure..
If you want a free vin check I suggest you'll try vincheckpro.com. From my experience they are the only service that truly gives a free report, though only the first one is free, than you'll have to pay $6.95 per report
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