Where is the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?

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Here is an introduction to the location of the VIN: 1. The VIN is usually located at the lower left corner of the front windshield. 2. Alternatively, it can be found on the driver's side door hinge pillar, door lock pillar, or door edge, where it is quite visible. 3. Some VINs are located in the engine compartment. If not found there, it might be fixed on the inner side of the door near the driver's seat. Additional information about the VIN is as follows: 1. The VIN, short for Vehicle Identification Number, is a unique code assigned by the manufacturer to identify a vehicle. 2. The VIN consists of a 17-character alphanumeric code, also known as the 17-digit identification code, chassis number, or 17-digit number. 3. The combination of characters in the VIN ensures that no two vehicles of the same model will have the same number within 30 years, providing a unique identifier for each vehicle. This sequence of numbers reveals details such as the vehicle's make, configuration, production country, manufacturer, model year, engine type, and other specifications, making it essentially the 'ID card' of the car.