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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 12:49 PM
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Is there a VIN lookup system to get more than just model, year, etc?
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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by N_Jay
Is there a VIN lookup system to get more than just model, year, etc?
There isn't much info in a VIN. 17 digits with the last 8 indicating the year and unique identifier. The first 9 show the country of origin, maybe the model, maybe the engine, maybe the trans, and maybe the model and trim level. You already know those things. Some newer VINs show airbag info and some other useless info. Google yours and see what pops up. You might be surprised but I bet not.
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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Huskerbob
There isn't much info in a VIN. 17 digits with the last 8 indicating the year and unique identifier. The first 9 show the country of origin, maybe the model, maybe the engine, maybe the trans, and maybe the model and trim level. You already know those things. Some newer VINs show airbag info and some other useless info. Google yours and see what pops up. You might be surprised but I bet not.
Some manufacturers have lookup systems top get options and color and such.

Guess Audi does not (at least for the public)
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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 06:01 PM
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Googling tells you a lot for a car that has been sold (or listed) multiple times)
Nothing on this car.
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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 07:19 PM
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There is actually one right here in AW. Some "generic" info, but probably all you'll get from the VIN
https://forums.audiworld.com/vindecoder.php


If you are seeking more detailed info about installed options on the car, look in the spare tire well for a sticker with a bunch of 3 digit codes printed on it.
This link gives you an idea of what the sticker looks like:
http://www.vaglinks.com/Docs/Misc/Audi_PR_Codes.pdf


This link is where you can enter the codes to find out what they mean:
http://prsearch.planetvag.com/
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Old Jun 10, 2014 | 07:34 PM
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That is the type of stuff the MB data card provides from the VIN.
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Old Jul 11, 2014 | 03:20 AM
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Thanks for the links.

Looks like my dad did order HID lights. (Or maybe they came with some package)

Anything in here unusual for a US car?

PRCode: Description
1AH Electronic differential lock (EDL)
1BH Suspension/shock absorption standard 2
1KD Disc brakes rear
1LF Disc brakes front
1N3 Speed-related variable steering assist (Servotronic)
1SA Without additional engine guard
2K2 Reinforced bumpers
2ZQ Leather trimmed multi-function steering wheel for air bag system
3FE Electric slide/tilt sunroof with sun screen/sunblind
3HA Without leather parts scope
3L4 Electric seat adjustment for both front seats driver's seat with memory system
3NZ Rear seat bench unsplit backrest split folding
4GP Windshield in heat-insulating glass with sunshield and viewing window for vehicle identification number
4K2 Radio remote controlled central locking SZV
4KC Side and rear windows in heat-insulating glass
4UB Air bag for NAR
4X1 Side air bag front
5D2 Carrier frequency 315 MHz
5ME Vavona wood insert amber high-gloss
6XM Exterior mirrors: with memory function automatically dimming electrically adjustable/heated
7X1 Park distance control
8GL Alternator 120 A
8JD Headlight with gas discharge lamp for driving on the right (US design)
8Q2 Automatic headlight-range adjustment static
8Z6 Hot country
9Q2 Multi-function display/on-board computer with check control
C6P Alloy wheels 7J x 16 9-spoke style offset 45
M70 6-cyl. gasoline eng. 2.8 L/142 kW V6 5V LEV base engine is T7F
Q1A Standard front seats
T7F 6-cylinder gasoline engine 2.8 L unit 078.2
U1D Instrument insert w/ mph speedo clock tachometer trip odometer and additional instruments (voltage oil temperature)
X9A National sales program USA
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