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Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by nettan: 5:53pm On Feb 14, 2008 |
Thank you Brauneye for your help |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 9:08pm On Feb 14, 2008 |
nettan: You are welcome |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by conda00410(m): 7:49am On Feb 15, 2008 |
hello please could you help check for this vin WVWZZZ1HZTW069340. Thanks alot |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by jidadex(m): 8:17am On Feb 15, 2008 |
please what does VIN mean? |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by coolfaced8(f): 8:43am On Feb 15, 2008 |
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Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 3:41pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
jidadex: VIN means Vehicle Identification Number, it is a universal identifier for that particular vehicle. It is available in all cars. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 3:42pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on dashboards, driver's side door jamb stickers, and title documents. Also check your car insurance card! All cars and light trucks built after 1981 have a unique 17-character VIN that provides access to valuable information about that vehicle's history. The letters I, O and Q never appear in a VIN. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 3:46pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
coolfaced8: 1995 DODGE CARAVAN 2B4GH2532SR129062 SPORTS VAN 3.0L V6 SFI OHV 12V / FRONT WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 69,551 08/12/1995 12 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Springfield, PA Title or registration issued First owner reported 08/15/1995 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Springfield, PA Registered as personal vehicle 05/14/1999 41,692 Pennsylvania Inspection Station Passed emissions inspection 07/26/1999 Chrysler Manufacturer Safety recall issued #818 AIRBAG SYSTEMS WIRING 05/22/2000 47,492 Pennsylvania Inspection Station Passed emissions inspection 05/11/2001 53,679 Pennsylvania Inspection Station Passed emissions inspection 06/05/2003 Pennsylvania Inspection Station Passed emissions inspection 05/27/2005 69,551 Pennsylvania Inspection Station Passed emissions inspection 02/12/2008 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Philadelphia, PA Vehicle purchase reported CARFAX 1-Owner vehicle! These vehicles are often worth a higher price because they tend to be consistently driven and maintained. Low mileage! This owner drove an estimated 6,935 miles per year, lower than the industry average of 15,000 miles. These vehicles can be a better value. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by EI(m): 3:52pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
Brauneyes, This is great community service you are giving out - well done! I hope you continue to assist and as promptly as you have been. Stay blessed. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 3:57pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
EI: You very much welcome. Stay blessed too |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by gajidele: 8:11pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
Kindly help me check this VIN: 4T1BE32K44U875926 Many thanks |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by coolfaced8(f): 9:50pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
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Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 10:48pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
winnteam: 1999 TOYOTA SIENNA LE/XLE 4T3ZF13C9XU129992 SPORTS VAN 3.0L V6 FI 24V / FRONT WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 136,156 01/25/1999 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 02/04/1999 Illinois Motor Vehicle Dept. Naperville, IL First owner reported Registered as personal vehicle 10/14/2003 95,597 Service Facility Vehicle serviced 12/12/2003 98,000 Illinois Inspection Station Schaumburg, IL Passed emissions inspection 06/09/2004 111,262 Service Facility Vehicle serviced Engine serviced Suspension system serviced Lubed oil and filter changed 07/12/2005 136,156 Auto Auction Sold at auction in Illinois Listed as a dealer vehicle CARFAX 1-Owner vehicle! These vehicles are often worth a higher price because they tend to be consistently driven and maintained. The last record reported to CARFAX is from July 2005. While there haven't been any DMV-reported problems, check with the seller to see if they have any service and repair records before you buy. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 10:53pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
gajidele:2004 TOYOTA CAMRY LE/XLE/SE 4T1BE32K44U875926 SEDAN 4 DR 2.4L L4 FI DOHC 16V / FRONT WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 30,561 02/23/2004 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 03/11/2004 5 Service Facility Vehicle serviced 03/12/2004 Dealer Inventory Pennsylvania Vehicle sold 03/15/2004 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Philadelphia, PA Title issued or updated First owner reported Registered as personal vehicle 04/21/2004 103 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Philadelphia, PA Title issued or updated 09/13/2004 4,959 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Manufacturer's recommended maintenance performed 04/25/2005 10,170 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated Safety inspection performed 10/06/2005 14,932 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Manufacturer's recommended maintenance performed 05/15/2006 19,826 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated Safety inspection performed 10/27/2006 25,005 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated 03/19/2007 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Philadelphia, PA Registration issued or renewed 04/10/2007 28,674 Champion Toyota Philadelphia, PA 215-742-9300 www.sloaneautos.com Vehicle serviced Safety inspection performed 06/17/2007 New Jersey Police Report Accident reported 06/17/2007 New Jersey Police Report Case # 37056-07 Accident reported in Burlington County Involving front impact It hit another motor vehicle Vehicle towed Front area primarily damaged Airbag Deployed CARFAX began reporting information from this source on 05/03/2006. CARFAX Airbag Tips: If an airbag has been deployed, it must be replaced by a qualified technician. Replacements are expensive and airbag fraud is an increasing problem. Check the airbag indicator light to determine if the airbag system is functional. If the light is not working properly, please take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic for further inspection. Airbag Indicator Light: Conclusion: Light appears momentarily and goes out Airbags are working Light is on or flashing Potential problem with the airbag system Light never turns on Airbag is missing or inoperative or Previous owner installed an on-off switch. You should ask the owner for the NHTSA letter authorizing the switch and have the airbag turned back on. Purchased: 2007 Where: New Jersey, Pennsylvania Est. miles/year: --- Est. length owned: 7/27/07 - present (6 months) Date: Mileage: Source: Comments: 07/27/2007 30,000 New Jersey Motor Vehicle Dept. Clarksboro, NJ Title #SO20072080516 Title issued or updated New owner reported 10/10/2007 30,561 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Feasterville Trevose, PA Title issued or updated |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 10:55pm On Feb 15, 2008 |
coolfaced8: @coolfaced8 You are welcome, I'll take the raincheck, thanks |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by Teejay07(m): 1:30pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
Hi, please could you do me a favour and help me check out these two vehicles. Nissan Pathfinder JN8AROSY8WW214155 Toyota Camry 4T1BG22K3VU126637 I will very much appreciate your assistance. Meanwhile, I am not afraid of what you might come up with. 'Cause I already have both cars. One of them was a terrible mistake and I still have issues with the 'Big Car Dealer' in that foisted the vehicle me. I just want to see my suspicions were right or not about the guy and the vehicle he sold to me. How I wish I had known of this forum in January 2007 when I bought the said car. Please help check it out and I will then relate to you all the problems I have had with the car. Thanks. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by ernal(m): 1:43pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
4T1BF22KXYU1109499 please i will need help on this automobile,Thanks man and pls lets know how we can compensate u,even if na recharge card to your loved one back here in Nija,me no mind,all i need na mobile #.Nothing comes free.Later |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by sequencel(m): 5:01pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
@brauneyes thanks for the assistance been rendered please can you help me check for this VIN 1HGCG5552WA114449 HONDA |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 11:37pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
Teejay07:1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER LE/SE/XE JN8AR05Y8WW214155 4 DR. WAGON/SPORT UTILITY 3.3L V6 SFI SOHC 12V / 4 WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 191,022 09/22/1997 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 10/01/1997 10 New Jersey Motor Vehicle Dept. Clifton, NJ Title issued or updated First owner reported 10/15/1997 New Jersey Motor Vehicle Dept. Clifton, NJ Registered as personal vehicle 07/05/2001 179,000 New Jersey Motor Vehicle Dept. Clifton, NJ Title #WN20011860099 Title issued or updated 09/20/2001 85,031 Inspection Co. New Jersey Vehicle inspected Anti-theft device present at the time of inspection INCONSISTENT ODOMETER READING Hmmm, hard to tell whether this reading represents an odometer rollback or a clerical error. Confirm the mileage with your dealer or qualified mechanic. Purchased: 2005 Type: Personal Where: New York Est. miles/year: --- Est. length owned: 2/8/05 - 2/6/06 (11 months) Date: Mileage: Source: Comments: 02/08/2005 155,000 New York Motor Vehicle Dept. New York, NY Title issued or updated Registration issued or renewed New owner reported Registered as personal vehicle Passed safety inspection 02/08/2005 New York Inspection Station Passed safety inspection Passed emissions inspection View what was inspected Purchased: 2006 Type: Personal Where: New York, Pennsylvania Est. miles/year: --- Est. length owned: 2/6/06 - 6/29/06 (4 months) Date: Mileage: Source: Comments: 02/06/2006 181,000 New York Motor Vehicle Dept. New York, NY Title issued or updated Registration issued or renewed New owner reported Registered as personal vehicle Passed safety inspection 03/06/2006 New York Motor Vehicle Dept. Title issued or updated 06/29/2006 189,783 Estate Sales Ltd. Philadelphia, PA 215-468-2900 www.museumautos.com Vehicle offered for sale 07/06/2006 Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale 07/12/2006 Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Dept. Philadelphia, PA Title issued or updated Dealer took title of this vehicle while it was in inventory 07/19/2006 189,833 Auto Auction Sold at auction in Eastern Region Listed as a dealer vehicle Dealers routinely buy and sell millions of used vehicles at auction each year. 07/20/2006 190,013 New York Inspection Station Passed safety inspection Passed emissions inspection View what was inspected 08/16/2006 191,022 Auto Auction Sold at auction in Eastern Region Listed as a dealer vehicle |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 11:45pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
1997 TOYOTA CAMRY CE/LE/XLE 4T1BG22K3VU126637 SEDAN 4 DR 2.2L L4 FI 16V / FRONT WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 171,981 04/07/1997 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 04/30/1997 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Vehicle purchase reported 04/30/1997 111 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Title #AQ275566 Odometer reading reported 05/15/1997 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Registered as personal vehicle 06/07/1997 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Title #AQ275566 Title or registration issued First owner reported 03/01/2001 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location 05/31/2001 94,358 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety or emissions inspection View what was inspected 12/07/2001 104,990 McGee Cars Hanover, MA 781-826-8333 www.mcgeecars.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated 07/03/2002 117,932 Massachusetts Inspection Station South Dennis, MA Failed safety or emissions inspection View what was inspected 08/08/2002 119,997 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety or emissions inspection View what was inspected 03/01/2003 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Franklin, MA Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location 03/01/2003 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location 07/28/2003 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety or emissions inspection View what was inspected 07/29/2004 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety or emissions inspection View what was inspected 07/07/2005 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety inspection Passed emissions inspection View what was inspected 12/16/2005 McGee Cars Hanover, MA 781-826-8333 www.mcgeecars.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated 05/05/2006 168,703 McGee Cars Hanover, MA 781-826-8333 www.mcgeecars.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated 07/21/2006 169,854 Massachusetts Inspection Station Rockland, MA Passed safety inspection View what was inspected 01/19/2007 171,268 McGee Cars Hanover, MA 781-826-8333 www.mcgeecars.com Vehicle serviced Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated 03/01/2007 Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Dept. Hanover, MA Title #AQ275566 Registration issued or renewed Vehicle color noted as Gray 08/10/2007 171,981 Auto Auction Sold at auction in New England Region Listed as a dealer vehicle Dealers routinely buy and sell millions of used vehicles at auction each year. 10/11/2007 Vehicle Exporter Vehicle exported from the US and imported to Nigeria The last owner of this car in the US actually owned it from April 1997 till August 2007 and it was well maintained according to this report. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 11:51pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
ernal:The VIN you supplied, "4T1BF22KXYU110949", is invalid. Please check the number for accuracy and try again below. - The letters "I", "O", and "Q" never appear in a VIN. - The VIN must be exactly 17 characters in length. - The CARFAX database contains information for cars manufactured from 1981 through the present. You are welcome, thanks for offering the recharge card. You can assist me in spreading the word about the services this site provides as we here do not want our country to continue to be dumping ground for the white man. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by brauneyes: 11:58pm On Feb 16, 2008 |
sequencel:1998 HONDA ACCORD EX 1HGCG5552WA114449 SEDAN 4 DR 2.3L L4 SFI OHV / FRONT WHEEL DRIVE This vehicle DOES NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee The last reported odometer reading was 204,420 This vehicle has been reported for Odometer Fraud. Stay Clear. The car was excessively driven, more than 25,000 miles a year( average is 12,000 to 15,000) |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by Teejay07(m): 4:06am On Feb 17, 2008 |
brauneyes, you are the man. Thanks a million. I am indeed grateful for the selfless service you have rendered here. Thanks once again. Now, let me relate my experience to you such that other contributors here do not fall victim!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I bought the Nissan Pathfinder from a 'Big Carshop' in Agidingbi, Ikeja, lagos. One of the original 'big boys' you can think of on the Agidingbi corridor. I wont want to mention which part of the country he is from so as not be termed a tribalist. Within a week of buying the vehicle, the radiator bursted while I was in traffic. Area Boys took 5,000 naira from me right there to help me push the vehicle out of the way. This was around 10pm when i was on my way back hole from the Island after the day's work. It was only then that I discovered that the radiator had been worked upon. He promised ordering me a radiator from the States and that I should keep the car for a while. Knowing how long it might take i was forced to shell out a huge sum to buy the radiator after about two weeks. And, all this within a month of buying the vehicle. I bought the car in January 2007. The radiator did not come until six months after he had promised me. About two months into buying the car I started hearing some noise at the back. The vehicle was not moving properly. I had to ask my mechanic to strip the vehilce down at the back only to discover that it had been in an accident at the back and that it was not even properly repaired that was why the vehicle was making such nooise. Frm then on the boot started creaking and making some tiny noise in the back when you get into bumps or rough road - still showing that the vehicle had probably been rammed from the back. Also, from what you just posted here, I can see that the odometre was rolled back. It is pretty clear now that the dealer was unfair and dishonest. Well, I leave all that to the fact that i was too trusting, and all because the guy came highly recommended. Today, I still have the Nissan ant it still looks okay from outside. But the creaking noise in bumps and rough roads have put me off it. The only thing I wonder is when the vehicle had an accident. From what you reported here it appears to still be in some good shape before it was sold off. My guess is that the vehicle was smuggled into Nigeria from say Cotonou and must have had an accident then. As for the Camry, I was the one that bought in November 2007. From then till date, it has been a smooth ride. Infact I have travelled with it several times and it has been sweet driving it. Drives close to new as possible. It was well maintained by the previous owner and it shows. All I just did was to service it and put it on the road. For me the Camry is money well invested whilst the Nissan was a fraud carefully concealed under the veneer of good business. Life need not be like that. Once again, thanks a million and GOD Bless you. Regards |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by sequencel(m): 9:08am On Feb 17, 2008 |
Brauneyes,Thanks for the assistance and i wish you best of luck! I will also spread the message to intending buyer of used vehicle. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by MAURI: 1:58pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Braun men, Great job. Appreciate. Your heart's in the right place. May you be rewarded ten-fold. Would you be so kind to run a check on the following VIN: VF1BA0W0519498952 Thanks in advance. Mau |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by UDK(m): 2:16pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Braun I appreciate the good work u are doing. Pls can u help me check this VIN JA4LZ31G23U039342. Thanks in advance! |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by delbizzie1(m): 3:03pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Hi, is this Vin check for cars made and sold in the Us only, or does it include europe. Thanks |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by alleno: 4:04pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Hi, Please do help check mine, thanks 2002 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT GLX wvwrh63b12p113935 allenolayiwola@yahoo.com |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by IjebuBoi(m): 4:24pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Hi, Please help me check this car Model - Honda 2002 VIN - 1HGCG56682A171398 Thanks a lot |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by tflow: 5:09pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
hello guyz, i'm a little bit confuse here, can anyone tell me the meaning and purpose of VIN? Thanks |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by naijaking1: 6:59pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
@Brauneyes I live in NYC, and don't need VIN check myself. However, I want to commend you for your selfless service to naija people. Do you know how many car wrecks, frustrations, and cheatings you would be preventing by this service? I'm highly impressed! Very few times have I ever been proud of a naija man/woman's action. |
Re: Do Not Buy Any Used Vehicle Without Checking Out The Vin ! by Bhola(f): 7:45pm On Feb 17, 2008 |
Wow, these are the kind of Nigerians that make me proud. Brauneyes, great job you doing here. I am indeed proud of you. Keep up the good work. |
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