C3 Corvette VIN Decoding

What is a VIN, and Where is it Located?

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) serves as a car’s fingerprint, helping track its history, recalls (if applicable), and theft prevention. 

On C3 Corvettes, you will find the VIN on the driver’s side windshield post, just above the left front fender's edge. It’s stamped on a small metal plate, secured by two rivets, visible from outside the car.

Above: 1976 VIN example

Above: 1974 VIN example

Over time, VIN plates often get rusted or pitted, making them difficult to read.

C3 Corvette YouTube Shorts

Click the images above to see: 1973 Corvette, 1971 454 Big Block, and 1972 LT1 Coupe. You can also visit the Corvette C3 YouTube channel for more #Shorts!

Happy National Corvette Day

A Tribute to American Automotive Excellence

Every year on June 30, enthusiasts across the country celebrate National Corvette Day—a day that marks the birth of an American icon. 

On this day in 1953, the very first Corvette rolled off the assembly line in Flint, Michigan, igniting a legacy of performance, innovation, and unmistakable style.

Recognizing the Corvette’s enduring impact on American culture and automotive history, the U.S. House of Representatives officially declared June 30 as National Corvette Day in 2008, commemorating the car’s 55th anniversary. 

This resolution not only honored the Corvette’s storied past but also celebrated its role as a symbol of freedom, ingenuity, and the open road.

From its fiberglass beginnings to its evolution into a world-class sports car, the Corvette continues to inspire generations of drivers and dreamers. 

Whether you're a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the Corvette community, June 30 is a perfect time to rev your engines and salute a true American legend.

World's LARGEST C3 Corvette Price Guide

All Corvette C3 models, from 1968 through 1982, are covered, with sold-for or bid-up-to prices making this the largest Corvette C3 Price Guide available.

Whether you're selling or buying, or just thinking about it, this value guide will give you a good understanding of the Corvette marketplace and, hopefully, help you make a sensible and educated decision.

The guide is organized chronologically, making it easy to use based on your interests.

Please understand that this video can only provide a snapshot of current market conditions and valuations, essential for potential buyers, sellers, and current owners considering selling their cars. Factors that can influence a car's price include year, overall condition, mileage, and originality. And in most cases, items such as paint and interior colors can have a huge impact. Original, unmodified cars—especially rare or low-production models in good to excellent condition—command the highest prices.

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