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Re: [T3] Strange model number?


On 17 Dec 98, at 22:31, Ernest wrote:

> I have the '73 Squareback with an unusual serial number. The car was
> built in 9/72, and it has a serial number of (3632002317.) Whenever I go
> to get parts, they always ask me for the serial number, and then they
> tell me it's not on their list. I've talked to the Volkswagon dealership
> here (Seattle,) and they say that it is legit but it isn't on their
> usual "list."

There's absolutely nothing unusual about this number.  Break it down 
this way: 363 2   2317 or in other words,
	3, it is a type 3
	6, it is body style 6, a squareback
	3, the last digit of its model year, (7)3

	2, the second decade of VW's use of this numbering scheme

	2317, it was the 2317th type 3 made in that model year

Many "lists" contain just numbers with a 1 in the second position, 
but must be understood to apply to several possibilities there.  The 
kinds of parts you will be buying from these kinds of places will not 
differ depending on the body style.

Jim
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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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