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There is some engine information that can be derived from VW VIN Numbers for pre-1968 vehicles. From the first 1 or 2 digits of a Volkswagen Engine Code you can derive the approximate year and engine size. The remainder of a VW Engine Code is essentially a serial number. Chart Information Crowdsourced at TheSamba.com. For Classic Volkswagens, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is particularly important. The chassis number on the car is the only sure-fire way to identify the origin of a VW. Because so many classic VW parts are interchangeable, the vehicles appearance and/or parts are not always telling of.

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VW Amarok
VW Arteon
VW Beetle Type 1
VW Bora
VW Bora Variant
VW Caddy
VW Caddy I
VW Caravelle
VW Crafter
VW Derby
VW EOS
VW Eurovan
VW FOX
VW Fox
VW Golf
VW Golf Cabrio
VW Golf Cabrio GL
VW Golf Cabrio GLS
VW Golf Cabrio GLX
VW Golf GTI
VW Golf I
VW Golf I Cabrio
VW Golf I GTI
VW Golf III
VW Golf III Variant
VW Golf Plus
VW Golf V
VW Golf Variant
VW Jetta
VW Jetta GL
VW Jetta GLS
VW Jetta GLS VR6
VW Jetta I
VW Jetta II
VW LT
VW Lupo
VW Lupo GTI
VW Multivan
VW New Beetle
VW New Beetle Cabrio
VW New Beetle GL
VW New Beetle GLS
VW New Beetle GLX
VW New Beetle RSi
VW New Beetle RSi
VW Passat
VW Passat Variant
VW Phaeton
VW Polo
VW Polo IV
VW Polo Variant
VW Quantum
VW Quantum combi
VW Rabbit
VW Routan
VW Scirocco
VW Sedan - Type 1
VW Sharan
VW Tiguan
VW Touareg
VW Touran
VW Transporter
VW Vento
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Year Identification and Changes (1949 - 1979)

by Josh Rodgers

VIN Decoding:

For Sample VIN: 2-1-5-066378, we break it into four parts (A,B,C, and D).
'A' (2) being the Type of vehicle it is. Theabove example VIN is a Type 2.
'B' (1) is the second number or the Vehiclemodel type decoded below. The sample decodes to be a Panel Van.
'C' (5) is the second letter of the year ofmanufacturer. The sample being either a 1955, 1965, or 1975model.
'D' (066378) represents the last six digitsbeing the chassis number. In the example VIN this instance, thisvehicle's Chassis number is 66378.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The above system is accurate for'65 thru '79 models. On earlier models, the only reliable method ordetermining year model is by the Model Manufacture or Chassisnumber.

Vehicle Model Type

1 = Kastenwagen (Panel Van and later forhaving windows and/or top cut out for campers)
2 = Neunsitzer-bus or Achtsitzer-bus(Standard or Station Wagon 8-seater, 9-seater)
3 = Kombi (Kombi, Kombi for Fire Trucks, andCampmobile)
4 = Sondermodell (Special model, 8- and9-seater)
5 = Sondermodell (Special Model,7-seater)
6 = Pritschewagen (Single and Double Cabs,Pickup Truck)
7 = Krankenwagen (Ambulance)
8 = Siebensitzer Bus (7-seater bus)
9 = Pre-1950 for all models

Vehicle Model Changes, Chassis, and EngineNumbers

(All info is for August of the actual year of production unlessotherwise stated.)

1979 Chassis# 219 2153 964 (July) Engine# GE 0055786
2000cc, 72hp, AFC Fuel injection
Remarks:
(a)Last year of the beloved Baywindow.
(b)Vanagon starts Aug. 1979.
(c)Hydraulic lifters.

1978 Chassis# 218 2000 001 Engine# GE 0 007083
2000cc, 72hp, AFC Fuel injection
Remarks:
(a)Sliding rear windows.
(b)Hydraulic lifters.

1977 Chassis# 217 2000 001 Engine# GE 0 000001
2000cc, 72hp, AFC Fuel injection
Remarks:
(a)The last few produced for this year began hydrauliclifters.

1976 Chassis# 216 2000 001 Engine# CJ 0 000001
2000cc, 72hp, AFC Fuel injection
Remarks:
(a)The first year for the 2000cc (GD) engine.

1975 Chassis# 215 2000 001 Engine# AP 0 027466
1795cc, 68hp, AFC Fuel injection
Remarks:
(a) The first year for the AFC Fuel injection.
(b) First of bigger tranny
(c)

1974 Chassis# 214 2000 001 Engine# ?
1795cc, 68hp, Dual PDSIT -2 & -3
Remarks:
(a) Alternator replaces Generator

1973 Chassis# 213 2000 001 Engine# CA 0 020 001(CB 0 062 006)
1700cc, 66hp, Dual PDSIT -2 & -3
Remarks:
(a)First year with front signals just below windshield
(b)Smog pump and hoses...
(c)Heavier disc brakes and steering box
(d)Ovalled 'gill' engine air intake in upper rears turn rectangularas standard

1972 Chassis# 212 2000 000 Engine# CA (CB) 0 000001
1700cc, 66hp, Dual PDSIT -2 & -3
Remarks:
(a)First year of Pancake engine standard and hoses...
(b)Dual carbs
(c)Backup and tail lights under same lens

1971 Chassis# 211 2000 001 Engine# AE 0 000001
1600cc, 57hp, Solex 34 Pict -3
Remarks:
(a)Considered by most the Best of all the Bay-windowed models
(b)Disk brakes in front, composite rear drums
(c)Dual port head begin standard
(d)New dizzy with vacuum retard at idle

1970 Chassis# 210 2000 001 Engine# B 5 116437
1600cc, 57hp, Solex 30 Pict -1
Remarks:
(a)Squared side markers on front and back

1969 Chassis# 219 000 001 Engine# B 5 050174
1600cc, 57hp, Solex 30 Pict -1
Remarks:
(a)round side reflectors on front and back
(b)Trigger release outer door handles standard begins

1968 Chassis# 218 000 001 Engine# B 5 000001
1600cc, 57hp, Solex 30 Pict -1
Remarks:
(a)thumb button release outer door handles
(b)Ball-joint standard begins
(c)IRS tranny standard begins
(d)Large ovalled 'gill' engine air intake in upper rears

++++++BODY STYLE CHANGE FROM LATE BAY TO EARLYSPLIT++++++

1967 Chassis# 217 000 001 Engine# H 0 183373
1493 cc, 53 HP, Solex 30 PICT-1 carburetor
Remarks:
(a) Imported to US: 29,049
(b) Electrical system changed to 12 volts
(c) 2-speed windshield wipers introduced
(d) Rear hatch door widened
(e) Rear hatch lock integrated with lift handle; grip recess inbody is eliminated
(f) Lock and square key discontinued for fuel filler cap cover
(g) New door lock mechanism

1966 Chassis# 216 000 001 Engine# H 0 000001
1493 cc, 53 HP Solex 30 PICT-1 carburetor
Remarks:
(a) Imported to US: 40,198
(b) Press-button lock on rear hatch

1965 Chassis# 215 000 001 Engine# (?G?)8 785398
1493 cc, 53 HP Solex 30 PICT-1 carburetor
Remarks:
(a) Imported to US: 34,054
(b) Total Produced: 189,000+
(c) Front signals now amber in color
(d) New headlight housings
(e) New transmission
(f) Larger clutch plate (9-spring assembly)
(g) Chassis number changed to reflect model type (bus, pickup,etc.)
(h) (October) Cab doors fitted with fixed inner han