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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 10:52 PM
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Where are they and how do you decipher them?
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 10:56 PM
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It is on the RPO code sticker.

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It is the WA code on the right on the RPO sticker
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 11:46 PM
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Originally Posted by screw991le
It is on the RPO code sticker.

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It is the WA code on the right on the RPO sticker
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 02:34 AM
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Where are they and how do you decipher them?
RPO sticker should be on the underside of left rear compartment lid.
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by PierEagle
RPO sticker should be on the underside of left rear compartment lid.
Up until I think 99 then it is in the glove box
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 08:12 AM
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Thanks!
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Old Jan 5, 2006 | 08:15 AM
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And if your glove box sticker is worn and unreadable you can get the build info from Sponge Vette by PM'ing him your VIN. And he'll give you all the info on your car as far as options and all dealer performed work done.



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Originally Posted by Shane_S
And if your glove box sticker is worn and unreadable you can get the build info from Sponge Vette by PM'ing him your VIN. And he'll give you all the info on your car as far as options and all dealer performed work done.



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Ooooh! That would be great info!
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Old Jan 6, 2006 | 08:11 AM
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I am Pewter Metalic, not silver!
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