VIN designation of engine

[Lynn]

I know the 17 digit VIN didn't start until 1980 or 81. What year did GM start incorporating the engine designation (not just 6 cyl vs. 8 cyl) in the VIN? Did that start before the 17 digit VIN?

Thanks for any help.

Lynn

[Kim_Howie]

They never did until 1980 or 81

[PeteLeathersac]

1972

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[Lynn]

Wow. Quite a spread. For some reason I was thinking it was the early 70's. Pete, where did you get your info?

Thanks.

Lynn

[Jonesy]

Just off the top of my head I know 1972 Chevelle and ElCamino had the engine designation in the VIN. 1971 and earlier did not.

[Bill Pritchard]

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Just off the top of my head I know 1972 Chevelle and ElCamino had the engine designation in the VIN. 1971 and earlier did not.

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