VIN Decoding
The Vehicle Identification Number is an 18-digit alphanumeric string that identifies each individual car sold in the United States since 1982.
Z32 VINs
A typical Z32 VIN looks like this:
JN1CZ24A6LX000830
(That's my car!)
When we break down the VIN, it is made up of the following blocks:
JN1 C Z2 4 A 6 L X 000830
JN1 |
C |
Z2 |
4 |
A |
6 |
L |
X |
000830 |
Nissan Passenger Car |
R = Non-Turbo C = Twin Turbo |
Z32 (1990-1996 300ZX) |
4 = Coupe 6 = 2+2 7 = Convertible |
A = No Air Bags H = Driver's Air Bag D = Dual Air Bags |
Check Digit |
L = 1990 M = 1991 N = 1992 P = 1993 R = 1994 S = 1995 T = 1996 |
X = Nissan Shatai Plant |
Production Number |