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Old 09-12-2009, 09:54 AM
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Default Can you determine S or C4 by VIN?

Searching for a C4S but am frustrated by the total lack of competence in dealers / sellers. Most will list the VIN, but few ever get the model type right! Is it possible to tell by the VIN # if the car is an S or C4 or C4S?
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http://www.renntech.org/forums/index...de=vin_decoder

Type in your VIN and it will give you all the information there is to know about it.
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If the decoded VIN identifies engine size then there you go -

3.8 = S

3.6 = non-S
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Where are you at Marcus?...there are plenty around. PM me if need be.
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Originally Posted by camhabib
http://www.renntech.org/forums/index...de=vin_decoder

Type in your VIN and it will give you all the information there is to know about it.
That toy is worthless for what you are seeking.

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Old 09-13-2009, 08:28 AM
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Thanks for the VIN decoder. It appears I can only get S vs. non-S out of the VIN number. Any other visual clues to the C4 other than slightly wider rear fenders (impossible to notices in pictures)? I was at the factory in late '05 watching them being built but wasn't looking for a C4 at the time.

I'm just window shopping unless the perfect car / price comes along. Otherwise, my target is to be in a '06-'07 C4S for summer...economy willing. Trying to keep track of cars available and what they are going for.



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