R50/53 VIN # Differences

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Dec 12, 2004 | 05:28 AM

cincymcs

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VIN # Differences

Does any know how to "decode" a Mini VIN #, as far as what each letter means? Specifically, Does the VIN # distinguish between a MC and a MCS?

Dec 12, 2004 | 08:13 AM

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The VIN does indicate model ...

http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?f...faq_vin_decode

Jun 3, 2007 | 03:32 PM

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Ok, well has any one noticed that our cars when you use any VIN decoder out there say that their coutry of origin is Germany....

I found this site to help.. But still can't figure it out.

http://www.angelfire.com/ca/TORONTO/VIN/checkdigit.html

Jun 3, 2007 | 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Xiek

Ok, well has any one noticed that our cars when you use any VIN decoder out there say that their coutry of origin is Germany....

Not surprising since that's where the Manufacturer (BMW) is located

Jun 3, 2007 | 05:12 PM

Xiek

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Yes, but cars that are made here in Canada, don't have US origins... and those manufacturers are US or abroad based...

Jun 4, 2007 | 12:05 AM

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If you read your sticker when you picked up your MINI, the sticker reads something like 'Assembled in Germany'

Jun 4, 2007 | 04:14 AM

Xiek

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I have not seen that sticker... and what part is assembled in Germany?

R50/53 VIN # Differences

R50/53 VIN # Differences

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