Chevrolet VIN numbers in 1969 used a 13 digit alpha-numeric number, always starting with the number 1. The first digit indicates the division, and “1” represents Chevrolet. The next two digits indicate the series, which also determine if the car has a 6 or 8 cylinder, and the two digits after that determine the body style. Example 1960-1964 VIN: 87. Using the above decoding reference, this sample VIN would belong to the 87th 2-door sedan, V8 Impala, built in Los Angeles, CA in 1962. Vehicles manufactured in 1966-1968: First digit: Division of GM. Second, third, fourth, and fifth digits: The second – fifth digits display the Chevrolet. Put any Chevrolet VIN Number and get a free full Decode. Chevrolet VIN informs you to see your vehicle specifications: model, year, engine, transmission, tires and etc.
Camaro:
First Generation Camaro Decoding Resource Page – An extensive selection of decoding resources for the 1967 to 1969 Camaro including a Cowl Tag decoding program. From the excellent first generation Camaro Research Group website. If you are a first generation Camaro person, this is a must visit site.
1967 to 2002 Chevrolet Camaro Manual VIN Decoder – First through fourth generation Camaro decoding information from Chevy-Camaro.com. Trim tag decoding for second generation cars along with RPO codes, engine codes and paint codes as well. A great resource site!
Chevrolet Truck:
Chevrolet Truck VIN Buster– An automatic serial number decoder for 1929 to 1964 Chevrolet trucks from the extensive Stovebolt.com website.
Corvette:
Chevrolet Corvette C2 Trim Tag and ECL Decoder – Unique trim tag decoder for the mid-year Corvettes. Includes a separate ECL (Exception Control Letter) decoder. These are the two digit codes at the end of the trim code.
Chevrolet Corvette C3 VIN Decoding – A manual serial number decoding page for the 1968 to 1982 C3 Chevrolet Corvette.
Full Size Chevrolet:
1955 to 1957 Chevrolet Serial Number Decoding – Basic decoding of the Tri-Five serial numbers (US built cars).
1958 to 1965 Full Size Chevy VIN Decoder – Automated decoder from the great 348-409.com website.
1958 to 1969 Chevrolet Serial Number Decoder – Some gaps in the database on earlier cars but still worth a try.
1969 Chevrolet Full Size VIN Decoder – Serial number decoder for full size Chevrolets only (Impala, Bel Air, Caprice, Wagons)
Classic Chevrolet VIN Decoder – Impala, Nova and Tri-Five– Courtesy of H&H Classic Chevrolet Parts.
Old Chevy Vin Decoder Chart
Nova:
1962 to 1979 Chevrolet Nova Serial Numbers – Manual decoder pages from the NovaResource.org site. Pick your model year from the red bar on the landing page to get started. Also extensive RPO and cowl tag decoding. Click on the Site Map link on the landing page to take you there. An excellent site for Nova enthusiasts!
Classic Chevrolet VIN Decoder – Impala, Nova and Tri-Five– Courtesy of H&H Classic Chevrolet Parts.
CHEVY AND GMC TRUCK 1979- 80 VIN # DESIGNATIONS
From 1981 - 1987 Chevy Trucks used a 17 digit VIN#. If your 1973 - 1987 body style has a VIN# located on the dashboard, with 17 digits, then it is between 1981 and 1987 model. If your truck has the VIN# on the dash, but it is not 17 digits, then it is a 1979 or 1981 model. From 1973 - 1978 Chevy Trucks had the VIN# on a plate, mounted to the driver's door jamb. Your VIN# can also be found on thefactory options decal, located in the glove box. The decal lists all the RPO's (Regular Production Options) your truck came from the factory equipped with. If the 4th digit of your VIN # is a 4, then your truck is a 'Heavy Half' ton, also known as a 'Big 10'.
1973 - 1978 VIN#'s Decoded
1981 - 87 VIN#'s Decoded
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