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Vehicle Identification Number

Located on forward lower edge of windshield trim molding on driver's side. Number is visible from outside vehicle. Vehicle Identification Number is decoded as follows:

6C47R3Q100001 

First Digit  - Designates Cadillac Division.

Second Digit (Letter)  - Car Line Series.

Third & Fourth Digits  - Body Type.

Fifth Digit (Letter)  - Engine Designation (R  - 472"), (S  - 500")

Sixth Digit  - Model Year, 3 (1973).

Seventh Digit (Letter)  - Plant Designation.

Last Six Digits  - Build Sequence.