Free Porsche VIN Decoder & Lookup

What is a VIN Number?

How to Find It

Finding your Porsche's VIN is straightforward. Here's where to look:

• Passenger Cars: Check the front of the dashboard on the driver's side. View it from outside the vehicle through the windshield. Also, inspect the driver's side door pillar—open the door to find the VIN where the door latches.

If you're unable to locate the VIN on your Porsche vehicle, it can also be found on:

• Your vehicle's title documents.
• Liability insurance documents.

How to Check a Specific Number

Enter your Porsche's 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the field above to look up and receive an instant report on its manufacturer, brand, make and model, body style, engine size, assembly plant, and model year. The information is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from the data submitted by the manufacturers to NHTSA. The VIN Decoder lookup is intended for use with Porsche vehicles manufactured since 1981. Whether you own a 911, 944, Cayenne, or a classic Porsche model, this tool is the best way to get a detailed build sheet or chart specific to your vehicle. If your Porsche was made before 1981, the VIN may be a shorter sequence of characters.

Model Year Character Codes

The table below shows the model year character codes used in Porsche VINs. These codes help you determine the exact year of manufacture for your vehicle.

• Example: A Porsche 911 with a VIN of WP0AA299XYS623456 has a model year character of "Y," indicating it was manufactured in 2000.
• Example: A Porsche Cayenne with a VIN of WP1AB29P73LA12345 has a model year character of "3," indicating it was manufactured in 2003.

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

This table lists the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes for Porsche vehicles, allowing you to trace their country of origin. Each WMI offers insights into the vehicle's production location, helping to authenticate and understand your Porsche's heritage.

Brand-Specific WMIs:

• WP0 = Germany
• WP1 = Germany

Historical Context:

Porsche, a brand synonymous with German engineering excellence, has its roots deeply embedded in Germany. The majority of its production has been concentrated in Stuttgart, Germany, since its inception.

Production Volume:

While the core of Porsche's production remains in Germany, the brand also has significant manufacturing footprints in other parts of Europe to meet global demand.

Trivia:

• The Porsche 911, one of the most iconic sports cars in history, has been produced in Stuttgart, Germany, since 1963.
• Porsche's Cayenne model is primarily manufactured in Leipzig, Germany.

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