How to Identify the VIN of an Imported Car?

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To identify the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of an imported car, note that any VIN that does not start with the letter 'L' indicates an imported vehicle, while those starting with 'L' are domestically produced. The VIN is typically located at the lower right corner of the front windshield. Different countries are represented by distinct letters, such as 'L' for China, 'K' for South Korea, 'Z' for Italy, and 'V' for France. Methods to determine if a car is imported include: 1. Checking the vehicle's nameplate, which directly states the manufacturing location; 2. Observing the brand, as some car brands exclusively produce imported vehicles; 3. Examining the model, especially for brands like Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, etc.