How Long Does a Car Stay in Storage Before It's Considered a Stock Vehicle?

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Stock vehicles generally refer to cars that have been in storage for over a year without being sold. Here are methods to identify how long a vehicle has been in storage: 1. Check the vehicle's nameplate: Every car has its own 'ID card,' which is the vehicle nameplate. The nameplate contains various information, including the engine model, engine displacement, and the car's production date. The nameplate is usually located on one side of the engine, while some are found on the left side when you open the right door. Additionally, for vans, the nameplate is typically on the pillar behind the front passenger seat. 2. Look at the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): Below the front windshield, there is a 17-digit VIN code, commonly referred to as the chassis number. It is roughly divided into three parts: the manufacturer identification code (digits 1-3), the vehicle descriptor section (digits 4-9), and the vehicle identifier section (digits 10-17). The most important digit to note is the 10th one, which indicates the year of manufacture. If this year significantly differs from the current year, the car is likely a long-stocked vehicle.