VIN Numbers - what do they mean

[Blue Dog]

Originally Posted by AUGhiaV8

I have searched for this everywhere including all the various forums and I haven't been able to locate anything that explains what each of the characters in the VIN number represent. I know it has been covered at least in part before but I just can't find it.

For example, my VIN is - 6FPAAAJGSWWB71213

Can anyone help?

Thanks.

Re: VIN - 6FPAAAJGSWWB71213

REG: 269E*W
SIDO: 606039
Vehicle Line: Falcon AU-NU-DU 1998-2002
Build Date: 09/09/1998
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
Version: Ghia
Engine: 5.0L OHV SEFI V8 (NP)
Model: 18938
Transmission: 4 Speed Auto - Floor (M95)
Exterior Paint: Oxford Green
Air Conditioning: Automatic
With Driver & Passenger Airbags
6.5 X 16" Alloy Wheels
215/55HR 16 BSW Tyres
Rear Axel Less LSD
4 Wheel ABS
With Cruise Control