The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper LH corner of the instrument panel (I/P) and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle.
The last five digits of the assembly plant sequential number are stamped onto the rear side of the front sill (tie bar). This number is the same as the last five digits on the VIN plate. The VIN plate also has bar code characteristics.
Position
Definition
Character
Description
1
Country of Origin
United States
2
Manufacturer
G
General Motors
3
Division
Chevrolet
4-5
Carline/Series
YY
Corvette
6
Body Type
Two Door Hatchback/Liftback (GM Style: 07)
7
Restraint System
Active (Manual) Belts with Driver and Passenger Inflatable Restraint System
8
Engine
RPO LS1, V8, 5.7L, SFI, United States Production, MCD Division
9
Check Digit
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10
Model Year
V
1997
11
Assembly Plant
5
Bowling Green
12-17
Plant Sequence Number
