Decoding Chevy VIN, Trim Tag and Drivetrain Codes.Jump to: VIN Trim Tag Engine Decoding Transmission Decoding Rear Axle DecodingGM Body Types GM RPO Descriptions Build Sheets & other PaperworkChevy Engine Suffix Codes Small Block Parts Identification Big Block Parts IdentificationBeing able to decode the various markings on a car or part is important in establishing what type of car or part you have. This site is one of the most comprehensive numbers decoding places available anywhere. From this page, you can quickly get to the specific codes. I try and answer emails and decode specific requests, but often you can find the information here if you spend a couple minutes looking.Above, left: A trim tag, lists original interior trim, exterior color, build date and other fisher body info.Above, right: An engine showing engine suffix code and partial vin code.You can verify the model of a car, or the originality of a car.

The primary number on a car is the VIN number. The VIN is the legal and most accurate representation of the car. This will tell a lot of information about the car itself, where it was built, what model it is and what engine originally came in the car (generally or specifically after 1972).

VIN CODE 1972-80. Analyzing the serial number or VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). The following enumerations are used to identify Firebird models (finishing, engine and year) built between 1970 and 1971. For those looking over and over again this famous VIN code, it is just located on the driver's side dashboard and visible from the outside.

A trim tag or body number tag is FISHER BODYS representation of the car. It is used to identify when the car was built and how the car (body) was originally fitted out, what type of seats, colors, etc. Finally, the engine, transmission and rear axle markings tell where the unit was made or assembled, when it was made, what the specific characteristics it is and usually what it was originally installed in. By decoding these items, you can gather a lot of information about your car as well as check the originality of a car.

This is especially helpful if you are checking out a 'numbers matching' car where the asking price is usually higher. If any item appears to be amiss, you should be VERY skeptical of the originality of the car. However, in some cases, legitimate changes could have been made (warranty work, production assembly line substitution, etc.) Most of this information pertains to the Chevrolet Camaro.Please note - this site is heavily slanted towards Chevrolet decoding with an emphasis on Camaros. 1970 to 1981 specifically. Decoding other cars is similar but don't be surprised if you find an omission here or there.Vin Number Decoding & General InfoThe VIN is the Vehicle Identification number.

It is the legal definition of the car - regardless of everything else you're looking at. When you buy ANY car, the VIN on the piece of paper in your hand MUST MATCH the VIN affixed to the car. Otherwise you're dealing with 2 different vehicles.

And while it should be obvious - if you decode a Trans Am vin and you're buying a Camaro. Or you have what looks like a Nova sitting in the driveway, but the VIN decodes as a Monza. Remember - the VIN is the car. And if the VIN says the thing is a Monza and you're trying to buy a Nova - nevermind the paperwork. Walk away.The VIN is 13 digits long, until 1981 when it goes to 17 digits. 'Carfax' needs 17 digits - therefore it can't do anything with a pre-81 vehicle.

The VIN is affixed to the car with specific rivits called rosette rivits. It is not affixed with hardware store pop-rivits. If at all possible, never touch or remove the VIN from the vehicle for ANY reason.In extreme cases where you have doubts about the validity of the VIN affixed to the vehicle (i.e.

It's been tampered with or affixed with pop-rivits), you would double check it against the hidden (or confidential) vin. This number will be stamped on the last substantial thing that'll get destroyed during the cars life. In the case of the Camaro - this is the firewall, BEHIND the heater box. The theory is - if the firewall is destroyed, the whole car is gone.

You won't accidentally fix and alter or obliterate the confidential vin during the repair process - so these numbers will always match up.Here's the hidden vin on a Camaro. The format is not the complete VIN, but enough to conclude the original VIN's number.1 = chevy, 4 = model year, N = assembly plant, xxxx = serial number of vehicle. (this will match the VIN plate)The VIN will contain MODEL information.

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The 'SS', and 'Z28' are NOT MODELS. They are options.

Options aren't coded in the VIN. However, beginning in 1972 when the specific engine is coded into the VIN, the ENGINE will give away or hint at the option. These 2 option packages required specific engines and the VIN engine code will nail down a Z28 or an SS. This becomes somewhat useless after 1974, but helpful again in 1981. The Type LT and Berlinetta are Models and the VIN will reveal this.

13 Digit Vin For YearThe sequential number for the vehicle doesn't start at 000001. The Camaro generally starts at either 100001 or 500001, depending on year and assembly plant. This way if the plant is building 3 different vehicles, each vehicle line will be in a unique sequential range - Camaros at 100001, Novas at 300001, Impalas at 700001, etc. The first 10 or 20 cars are usually pilot cars and go to places other than dealers.The VIN Number breakdown for specific year Camaros is located under each year Camaro information as the information contained in the VIN changes from year to year.

The VIN on the 1967 Camaro is on a stainless steel plate rivited inside the drivers door jamb. All other models have the VIN located on a plate visible through the windshield on the drivers side dash panel.VIN info from 1967 - 1971 were in the same format.