Vin
1988 Corvette Identification
VIN Tag Information
1G1YY2182J5100001 - 1G1YY2182J5122789
Digit Definition
1st Nation of Origin: 1 = U.S.
2nd Manufacturer: G = GM
3rd Make and Type: 1 = Chevrolet Passenger
4th Carline: Y = Corvette
5th Carline/Series: Y = Corvette
6th Body Type: 2 = Coupe Hatchback, 3 = Convertible
7th Restraint System: 1 = Manual Belts
8th Engine: 8 = L98
9th Check digit to verify VIN correctly recorded.
10th Model Year: J = 1988
11th Assembly Plant: 5 = Bowling Green, KY
Last 6 digits Production Number starting with 100001 and up.
Engine Suffix ID Numbers
ZMA: 350ci, 240hp / 245hp, (automatic transmission)
ZMC: 350ci, 240hp / 245hp, (manual transmission, oil cooler)
ZMD: 350ci, 240hp / 245hp, (automatic transmission, oil cooler)
Callaway (RPO B2K): Chevrolet engine coding was replaced as follows:1st two digits: model yearNext three digits: Callaway sequence numberLast four digits: last four digits of vehicle identification number
Block ID Numbers
14093638: All Engines
Head ID Numbers
10088113: All Engines











