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Bedlam
Dec 18, 2018Moderator
fitznj wrote:
Because some states (like NJ) will flag the VIN (I think it's the 8th
digit); This digit states that it is for off-road use only and you
can't register it.
The 8th digit in the VIN can show engine size, type or emission compliance but is not always the case. If it is a 3 or C, it is an off-road engine/vehicle with less pollution controls. Digits 4-8 in your VIN describe your vehicle, but each manufacturer uses this space a little differently.
https://www.insider-car-buying-tips.com/vin_number_decoder.html
https://www.dmv.org/vehicle-history/vin-decoder.php
https://www.1aauto.com/content/articles/vin-number-decoding
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