How to Identify an Imported Car?

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Here are the methods to determine whether a car is imported: 1. Appearance: If you are familiar with car brands, those with very fine craftsmanship, harmonious shapes, and smooth lines are likely to be imported cars. 2. Sub-brands: For full-line brands like Volkswagen and Audi, it may not be obvious which models are imported, but by looking at sub-brands like A4 and TT, you can tell that the TT is an imported car because it is not domestically produced. Some brands do not have factories in China, so all their cars are imported, such as Renault. 3. Rear badges: Domestically produced cars have Chinese characters on the rear. Besides the Chinese badges, you can also check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), a 17-digit code. If the first letter is not "L," it is an imported car—this is the most accurate method. The VIN is located at the bottom left corner of the windshield and can be seen from outside the car. For example, a Subaru VIN like JF1SH52F89G071375 starts with "J," indicating the manufacturer is in Japan.