1965-71 PASSENGER CAR "VIN" NUMBERS ... WHAT DO THEY TELL YOU?
Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN Number) is loaded with important information. Your first step is learning how to read and interpret this information!
From 1965-71 GM used a 13 digit Alpha-numeric code on Chevrolet passenger cars. We are going to show you how to break down these numbers into meaningful information.
The first step is locating the VIN tag on your year Chevrolet.
1965-67 Left front door hinge pillar
1968-71 Top of instrument panel, driver's side - visible through the windshield.
First 5 Digit Model Identification Number
1-Division: Chevrolet
56- Series: Bel Air, VS engine (6 is an even number)
11-Body Style: 2-door Sedan
5-Model Year: 1965
J-Final Assembly Plant: Janesville, Wisconsin
123678-Sequence Number: 23,678th Passenger car built at Janesville in that model year.
