VIN and Cowl Data Plate De-code assistance

Discussion in 'Buick FAQ' started by 1971Lark, Dec 19, 2013.

  1. 1971Lark

    1971Lark Scott

    Could use some assistance. I've recorded the following VIN number and Cowl Data Plate codes from what I believe is a 1972 Buick Gran Sport convertible small block (350) automatic transmission, 10-bolt rear, car. I want to be sure of what I have, the car and options and haver a guide for the restoration before beginning. The second number or letter below in quotes "" was difficult to read so my first guess was 8 and the other guesses follow. Any help is appreciated.
    VIN: 4G67K2H103467<o:p></o:p>


    Cowl Data Plate:

    ST 72 43467FL1 018478 BDY<o:p></o:p>

    TR 135 26 A PNT<o:p></o:p>
    0 8 or "2" or "B", or "S" or "3" D A65<o:p></o:p>

     
  2. Doo Wop

    Doo Wop Where were you in '62?

    Second digit is a letter code. Check again.

    G...GS

    H...Skylark Custom
     
  3. buford27

    buford27 '57 Special

    4G67K2H103467

    4 = Buick
    G = GS
    67 = 2-door convertible
    K = 350 V8
    2 = 1972
    H = Flint, MI
    103467 = sequential number, range was 100,001 to 235,055 for Flint


    ST 72 43467 FL1 018478 BDY
    TR 135 26 A PNT
    0 8 or "2" or "B", or "S" or "3" D A65


    ST = Style
    72 = 1972

    43467 = Fisher body style number
    4 = Buick
    34 = GS
    67 = 2-door convertible

    FL1 = Flint, MI

    018478 BDY = body number

    TR = trim
    Trim 135 = White Vinyl

    Paint 26 = Stratomist Blue Metallic

    A = White convertible top

    0 8 or "2" or "B", or "S" or "3" D = body build date, assuming 08D:
    08D = body build date = August (08) 1971, fourth week (D)


    A65 = Notch Back Bench Front Seat
     
  4. 1971Lark

    1971Lark Scott

    Sean, Korrie,

    Thanks very much. Is there somewhere on the frame that I can check to verify its' originality (to the body) as well? I have a sand blasted Skylark convertible frame that is POR-15 finished) but will use the GS frame if unique to the VIN or cowl tag. Thanks again.

    Scott
     
  5. Doo Wop

    Doo Wop Where were you in '62?

  6. 1971Lark

    1971Lark Scott

    Korrie,

    Where would I find the last six digits of the VIN number on the frame...in my case 103467?
     
  7. Doo Wop

    Doo Wop Where were you in '62?

    Stamped on top of the frame at the driver's door.
     
  8. 1971Lark

    1971Lark Scott

    Thanks Korrie.

    Scott
     

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