Where is the VIN number located on a Buick Regal?

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The VIN number of a Buick Regal can be found on the driver's side of the front windshield and also on the passenger side door frame for easy viewing. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character alphanumeric code used to identify a vehicle's manufacturer, model, chassis number, and other specifications. To avoid confusion with the numbers 1 and 0, the letters 'I', 'O', and 'Q' are not used. The first three characters of the VIN represent the manufacturer's information, known as the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI). Characters 4 to 8 indicate the vehicle's characteristics, such as model, engine, transmission, and braking system, which vary by manufacturer. The 9th character is a check digit used to verify the accuracy of the VIN. The 10th character represents the vehicle's production year, the 11th character indicates the production plant, and characters 12 to 17 are the vehicle's production sequence number. Functions of the VIN: Checking production year: Many vehicles are recalled due to defects, and the VIN can determine if a vehicle is part of a recall batch. Distinguishing between domestic and imported vehicles: The first letter of the VIN indicates whether the vehicle is domestic (L) or imported (any other letter). Checking vehicle damage and maintenance records: By querying the VIN, you can access detailed maintenance records and determine if the vehicle has been involved in accidents, floods, or fires.