1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
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1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Hi i have a 1982 firebird s/e and I need the rpo codes can anyone help called 2 pontiac dealers to try and decode vin no help from them.Checked the rear cargo compartment and no rpo sticker please help
heres the vin# 1g2ax87h3cl5xxxxx any help on options and stuff would be great.Last 3 digits are sequential wonder if it means anything?
heres the vin# 1g2ax87h3cl5xxxxx any help on options and stuff would be great.Last 3 digits are sequential wonder if it means anything?
Last edited by okfoz; 12-20-2007 at 08:18 AM.
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Nothing weird about the VIN#.
It is not a prototype.
1G2AS87 = Firebird
1G2AX87 = S/E
1G2AW87 = Trans Am
H = LG4 305 V8
The 56xxx6 is nothing more than what it is. I would say offhand it was built mid July '82. Look at the cowl plate on the radiator support. It would read:
C 07(?) 2FS87 L 56xxx6
List the rest that is below the above.
It will have a few codes for you.
Like 83firebirdS/E said no SPID until '84 and look for the build sheet under the seat. If not there, it could be at a dozen other places or not in the car at all. You could probably make a list of visible options, and someone will match them up for you.
It is not a prototype.
1G2AS87 = Firebird
1G2AX87 = S/E
1G2AW87 = Trans Am
H = LG4 305 V8
The 56xxx6 is nothing more than what it is. I would say offhand it was built mid July '82. Look at the cowl plate on the radiator support. It would read:
C 07(?) 2FS87 L 56xxx6
List the rest that is below the above.
It will have a few codes for you.
Like 83firebirdS/E said no SPID until '84 and look for the build sheet under the seat. If not there, it could be at a dozen other places or not in the car at all. You could probably make a list of visible options, and someone will match them up for you.
Last edited by okfoz; 12-20-2007 at 08:18 AM.
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ok now that we know on 82's what digit is the package/model digit, how can we find the first part of the code on the car if the plate on the cowl under windshield is unreadable and if the door sticker has been gone for years ??
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no dice there, have had rear apart and odds of it still being up front somewhere are pretty slim, car has been apart in the past, totally repainted, molested car, body has already begain rustintg out again in the rear half, through in a couple places around tubs and large area in spare tire compartment, can see ground easy as cake from inside, i dont think any surviving paper is gonna be found in this car
thanks
thanks
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Originally posted by Fast68
ok now that we know on 82's what digit is the package/model digit, how can we find the first part of the code on the car if the plate on the cowl under windshield is unreadable and if the door sticker has been gone for years ??
ok now that we know on 82's what digit is the package/model digit, how can we find the first part of the code on the car if the plate on the cowl under windshield is unreadable and if the door sticker has been gone for years ??
If you don't have a title, post all of the info on the cowl tag and I'll give you the VIN.
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dont have title yet or any registration papers, i just got done removing all of interior except for actual dash and came up with no sheet, so.....
C 08E LFS87L 56xxxx
26D 21L 21U W
AR9
D S 276442
all i can get from this is that its number xxxxxxcar built at the plant it was built at, and that its originally light blue painted, and that its reclining european style bucket seats, 26D is interior i think but is unlisted, hmm.. and 08E is unlisted too, W is water base paint
thanks for anything
i just want to at least make sure its a normal 82 trans am
C 08E LFS87L 56xxxx
26D 21L 21U W
AR9
D S 276442
all i can get from this is that its number xxxxxxcar built at the plant it was built at, and that its originally light blue painted, and that its reclining european style bucket seats, 26D is interior i think but is unlisted, hmm.. and 08E is unlisted too, W is water base paint
thanks for anything
i just want to at least make sure its a normal 82 trans am
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ok so now its not just a trans am im messing with, but is actually a trans am special edition
what is the car exactly ?
thanks
what is the car exactly ?
thanks
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Re: 1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Originally posted by 3rdgenparts
Hi i have a 1982 firebird s/e and I need the rpo codes can anyone help called 2 pontiac dealers to try and decode vin no help from them.Checked the rear cargo compartment and no rpo sticker please help
heres the vin# 1g2ax87h3cl5xxxxx any help on options and stuff would be great.Last 3 digits are sequential wonder if it means anything?
Hi i have a 1982 firebird s/e and I need the rpo codes can anyone help called 2 pontiac dealers to try and decode vin no help from them.Checked the rear cargo compartment and no rpo sticker please help
heres the vin# 1g2ax87h3cl5xxxxx any help on options and stuff would be great.Last 3 digits are sequential wonder if it means anything?
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
Last edited by okfoz; 12-20-2007 at 08:20 AM.
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A simple carfax request shows that 5xxxxx is a Trans Am.. 1G2AW87H1CL5xxxxx
http://www.carfax.com/cfm/check_orde...2AW87H1CLxxxxx
jeez, guys, no need to go the long way around next time
gt
http://www.carfax.com/cfm/check_orde...2AW87H1CLxxxxx
jeez, guys, no need to go the long way around next time
gt
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Originally posted by kizz
A simple carfax request shows that 5xxxxx is a Trans Am.. 1G2AW87H1CL5xxxxx
http://www.carfax.com/cfm/check_orde...AW87H1CL5xxxxx
jeez, guys, no need to go the long way around next time
gt
A simple carfax request shows that 5xxxxx is a Trans Am.. 1G2AW87H1CL5xxxxx
http://www.carfax.com/cfm/check_orde...AW87H1CL5xxxxx
jeez, guys, no need to go the long way around next time
gt
so if carfax uses the sequential unit portion of the
VIN code to determine first half of VIN code then that must mean that there is no other 5xxxxx sequentially built car of any kind ?
im not sure how they could figure up the first half with just a sequential unit number of a random car in existence,
thanks
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VIN:1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
Made in: United States
Manufacturer: General Motors
Model Year: 1982
Make: Pontiac
Carline Series: Trans Am Special Edition
Engine Code: 305 CI V8 LG4
Restraint System: Manual Belts
Assembly Plant: Van Nuys
Production Sequence: 5xxxxx
Carline Code: 82-84 does not have a Carline Code.
Body Type: 2 Door Coupe
Check Digit is Invalid
I agree with 90TA the vin sould have a 2 instead of a 3
VIN:1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx
Made in: United States
Manufacturer: General Motors
Model Year: 1982
Make: Pontiac
Carline Series: Trans Am Special Edition
Engine Code: 305 CI V8 LG4
Restraint System: Manual Belts
Assembly Plant: Van Nuys
Production Sequence: 5xxxxx
Carline Code: 82-84 does not have a Carline Code.
Body Type: 2 Door Coupe
Check Digit is Valid
But actually that is a Trans Am Special Edition, this is from a program that I wrote, see sig to get it. Unfortantly without a RPO code sheet that is all I can tell you.
Made in: United States
Manufacturer: General Motors
Model Year: 1982
Make: Pontiac
Carline Series: Trans Am Special Edition
Engine Code: 305 CI V8 LG4
Restraint System: Manual Belts
Assembly Plant: Van Nuys
Production Sequence: 5xxxxx
Carline Code: 82-84 does not have a Carline Code.
Body Type: 2 Door Coupe
Check Digit is Invalid
I agree with 90TA the vin sould have a 2 instead of a 3
VIN:1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx
Made in: United States
Manufacturer: General Motors
Model Year: 1982
Make: Pontiac
Carline Series: Trans Am Special Edition
Engine Code: 305 CI V8 LG4
Restraint System: Manual Belts
Assembly Plant: Van Nuys
Production Sequence: 5xxxxx
Carline Code: 82-84 does not have a Carline Code.
Body Type: 2 Door Coupe
Check Digit is Valid
But actually that is a Trans Am Special Edition, this is from a program that I wrote, see sig to get it. Unfortantly without a RPO code sheet that is all I can tell you.
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Originally posted by Fast68
interesting,
so if carfax uses the sequential unit portion of the
VIN code to determine first half of VIN code then that must mean that there is no other 5xxxxx sequentially built car of any kind ?
im not sure how they could figure up the first half with just a sequential unit number of a random car in existence,
thanks
interesting,
so if carfax uses the sequential unit portion of the
VIN code to determine first half of VIN code then that must mean that there is no other 5xxxxx sequentially built car of any kind ?
im not sure how they could figure up the first half with just a sequential unit number of a random car in existence,
thanks
Last edited by okfoz; 12-20-2007 at 08:21 AM.
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Re: Re: 1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Originally posted by 90TA
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
Ok thanks everyone.I'll check my car and find out if it's a 2 or 3 in the vin 3.But just incase if any of you guys are able to get me some rpo codes from the vin # ill pay some cash $$ thanks
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Re: Re: Re: 1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Originally posted by 3rdgenparts
3.But just incase if any of you guys are able to get me some rpo codes from the vin # ill pay some cash $$ thanks
3.But just incase if any of you guys are able to get me some rpo codes from the vin # ill pay some cash $$ thanks
good luck
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Re: Re: 1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Originally posted by 90TA
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
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Re: Re: 1982 firebird s/e weird vin # prototype?
Originally posted by 90TA
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
The VIN # you listed should read:
1G2AX87H2CL5xxxxx instead of
1G2AX87H3CL5xxxxx
Last edited by okfoz; 12-20-2007 at 08:22 AM.
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