I just got a VW beetle on eBay and i would like to do a search of the VIN number...But all of the web sites for dooing such a thing require a 17 number VIN (or something).....I know that mine is a 1966 because the first 3 numbers are 116 but how do i get the rest of the info that i require?
2006-08-25 14:52:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Volkswagen
Congratulations on the 1966 beetle: Anyways these links should provide you with the information you need:
Owners Manual(shows locations of vin's and block numbers:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/manuals/66bug.php
VIN and block numbers:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/bugchassisdating.php
And in case it has a later/different engine:
http://type2.com/bartnik/enginecodes.htm
1966 Beetle Ads:
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/lit/type1.php
Drop me a line if I can help any other way: patrickm2213@yahoo.com
2006-08-25 15:57:01 · answer #1 · answered by Patrick M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-30 03:12:45 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The absolutely free reverse vin check sites generally provide fake information. To get real information, money will have to be paid. The free searches provide fake information so they can get your email address to send spam.
Stay away from shady reverse vin check sites, most likely you won't get any information after you make the payment. Not to mention you won't get a report and you won't get an answer if you try to call for a refund. Stick with a reputable reverse vin check site like http://www.reversevincheck.net that has been around since 1995.
2014-09-25 08:08:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use to own a 1972 Porsche 914 and thought I had one of the rare Bumble Bee versions. I spent years seeking info off my VIN but had no luck until I actually send snail mail to Germany. Direct to the Porsche headquarters. Two months later I got a letter and photo copies of all documents they had on the car off in storage.
Might try same thing with VW.
2006-08-25 18:30:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to work for a company that dealt with VIN numbers all the time. Call Volkswagon and ask them for an outline of their VIN pattern. You can use that as your guide to look for the right info. Hope this helps.
2006-08-25 14:55:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
VW Beetle owners groups. History of the Beetle vol.1 has most of the serial numbers (if you buy/borrow the book)
2006-08-25 14:56:00 · answer #6 · answered by 1crazypj 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2017-02-09 20:58:51 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋