Which country's car has a VIN starting with W?

[StIsabelle]

VIN starting with W indicates a German car. Concept of VIN: VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is the unique identifier of a vehicle, containing information such as the manufacturer, year, model, and engine code of the vehicle. Correctly interpreting the VIN is crucial for accurately identifying the vehicle model and performing proper diagnosis and maintenance. History of VIN: The combination and arrangement of the vehicle identification code ensure that no two vehicles of the same model will have the same number within 30 years, providing a unique identification for each vehicle. Hence, it can be referred to as the 'car's ID card.' The history of VIN can be traced back to 1949. It's important to note that the VIN does not include the English letters O, Q, and I, to avoid confusion with the Arabic numerals 0 and 1.

[ValentinaLee]

I've always been quite interested in vehicle identification numbers. The first letter of the VIN can indicate the country of manufacture. A W at the beginning basically confirms it's a German-made vehicle, with premium German brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi commonly using W codes. Last year, my brother bought a used BMW with a VIN starting with WBA, which indeed was manufactured at the Munich factory. Actually, the VIN is like a vehicle's ID card, consisting of 17 alphanumeric characters in total, with the first digit representing the country - for example, Japanese cars start with J, while American cars begin with 1 or 4. To check the complete VIN, you can look at the label in the lower left corner of the windshield or find it registered on the vehicle registration certificate. When you come across a car with a W at the start, it's essentially of German heritage, and German cars are indeed known for their solid build quality.

[SanAlejandro]

I've been into car modifications for over a decade and can recognize VIN numbers at a glance. The letter W at the beginning directly indicates Germany, commonly seen in German performance cars. Last week at a car meet, I spotted an old Porsche 911 with a VIN starting with WP, confirming it was an original vehicle from the Stuttgart factory in Germany. Some vintage German car enthusiasts even specifically collect VINs starting with W. Actually, the 10th digit of a complete VIN represents the production year code, while the 11th digit indicates the specific factory code. The used car market can be tricky these days, with some people forging VINs, so it's best to scan the VIN with professional equipment when buying a used German car. Although German-made cars are more expensive, they indeed have lower failure rates, which is why W-starting cars hold their value well in the used car market.

[SanDallas]

Last year, I studied VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) knowledge specifically for my auto repair certification. The first digit 'W' in a VIN represents German manufacturing, which is an internationally standardized coding rule. Besides 'W', other common starting letters include: 'L' for Chinese-made vehicles, 'J' for Japanese cars, and 'K' for Korean cars. For example, all the Audi A4 models I've repaired start with 'WAU', while BMW 5 Series start with 'WBA'. When purchasing imported German cars, remember to verify the customs documents to ensure they match the VIN starting with 'W'. Nowadays, some joint-venture vehicles may use a specific letter at the 11th position to indicate domestic assembly plants, but the first digit always represents the country of origin.