Vehicle Identification Number Code
Engine can be identified by the 8th character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is located on top left corner of instrument panel, and is visible through windshield.
VIN ENGINE CODES
| Application | Code |
|---|---|
| 4.5L (273") Digital Fuel Injection (DFI) | 5 |
| 5.0L (305") Throttle Body Injection (TBI) | E |
| 5.0L (305") Tuned Port Injection (TPI) | F |
| 5.0L (307") 4-Bbl. | Y |
| 5.7L (350") Throttle Body Injection (TBI) Police Models | 7 |
| 5.7L (350") Tuned Port Injection (TPI) | 8 |
MODEL & BODY IDENTIFICATION
| Body Designation | Model |
|---|---|
| B | Caprice, Custom Cruiser Electra Estate Wagon, LeSabre Estate Wagon, Safari Wagon |
| C | Deville, Electra, Fleetwood, Ninety-Eight |
| D | Brougham |
| E | Eldorado |
| F | Camaro, Firebird |
| K | Seville |
| Y | Corvette |