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Old 03-05-2007, 09:28 PM
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Default VIN designation of engine

I know the 17 digit VIN didn't start until 1980 or 81. What year did GM start incorporating the engine designation (not just 6 cyl vs. 8 cyl) in the VIN? Did that start before the 17 digit VIN?

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They never did until 1980 or 81
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Old 03-05-2007, 11:42 PM
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Old 03-06-2007, 03:34 AM
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Wow. Quite a spread. For some reason I was thinking it was the early 70's. Pete, where did you get your info?

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Default Re: VIN designation of engine

Just off the top of my head I know 1972 Chevelle and ElCamino had the engine designation in the VIN. 1971 and earlier did not.
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Just off the top of my head I know 1972 Chevelle and ElCamino had the engine designation in the VIN. 1971 and earlier did not.

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I agree
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