VIN Derivative
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All engines and transmissions are stamped with a partial Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The following table identifies the different VIN derivative characters, character positions and their respective positions.
VIN Derivative
| Position | Definition | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Division | 4 | Buick |
| 2 | Model Year | 4 | 2004 |
| 3 | Plant Location | 1 | Oshawa #2, ON |
| 4-9 | Plant Sequence Number | W | 400001 |