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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 10:40 PM
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Is there a place to run the VIN to find out when and where the vehicle was orginally purchased from GM as well as the original specs etc???
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 10:43 PM
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For what year?

For the 53-67 - there isn't enough info in the VIN to learn anything other than the build sequence, and coupe or convertible (63-67 only).
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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In the C1 or C2 forum, a quick answer to your question is NO.
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Old Mar 21, 2008 | 11:32 PM
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Actually, if you have any reason to believe that your car was originally sold in Canada, then you can get this information from GM ( of Canada ). If not, you are SOL.
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This will give you limited information. Not sure if this is what you were looking for.

http://www.corvettelink.com/vindecoder.asp
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It is a 65 Conv, I have had it since May of 72.
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Check the data plate for more info, it is mounted right beside the VIN plate.



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Old Mar 22, 2008 | 03:27 AM
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You can derive the app. birthday of the car by using the birthday calculator on the C1, C2 and C3 Registries.

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Originally Posted by Fawndeuce
Check the data plate for more info, it is mounted right beside the VIN plate.



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You can figure out the original color, interior color and type ( leather etc), which plant the car was assembled . The rest you are sol except looking on the front pad to verify the engine is orginal and you can tell the original set up ie. 327-300HP, auto or 3 or 4 speed.
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Originally Posted by Fawndeuce
Check the data plate for more info, it is mounted right beside the VIN plate.

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This onlly applies to 63 and + cars...
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Originally Posted by Rob Musquetier
This onlly applies to 63 and + cars...
I think he posted it is a 65 Vert
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