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Old Apr 18, 2007 | 04:55 PM
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Can the build date be determined from the VIN?
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Originally Posted by HWF' post='415440' date='Apr 18 2007, 05:55 PM
Can the build date be determined from the VIN?

Look inside the driver door well and you will see the build date...
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by BOBUCRUZ' post='415477' date='Apr 19 2007, 04:40 AM
Look inside the driver door well and you will see the build date...
Only in the US.

All others have to check the VIN or ask the dealer.
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by HWF' post='415440' date='Apr 19 2007, 02:55 AM
Can the build date be determined from the VIN?
Yes, enter last 7 digits of your VIN here:
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 11:31 PM
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You can tell the build week stamped near the hinge of the front bonnet - something along the lines of 47/2003 as in week 47 of 2003 etc.

Hope that helps.
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Old Apr 20, 2007 | 12:02 AM
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Also on a sticker under the bonnet, l/h side towards the rear (when viewed from the front of the vehicle).
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