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68 Gt500kr vin engine date code

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  1. Mar 6, 2007 #1
    ravenbalck

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    reading the forum and it is very helpfull .
    i am looking at buying 68 gt500kr fastback
    was wandering can any one help me ...:mellow:
    i have looked for the vin but unable to find it on side rear of block
    how can do i decode the date code on the block ,
    are there any links that can assist me , also where should i look for the
    date code on the block . so i am sure it is the correct thing i am decoding
    car was ordered May 68 ,bucked and built June 68 , its a 4 speed , what should i be looking for on the tranny
    Carl williamsB)
     
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    Look on the back of the cylinder heads for partial VIN (you'll need a mirror) Trans should be RUG AE. If the tag is still on the passenger side of the trans, it will be stamped there. You may or maynot find VIN stamped on trans mounting ear top as well.
    Tim
     
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    Howdy Carl!
    the questions on date codes are common and in a simple way easy to explain
    they are year -month - day so on your block you would see 8D17 which is
    1968 april 17 as a general rule these date codes are about 60 days prior to the actual build date.All cobra jet cars must have a date after april, 1st and all cars use the later 1/4 panel raised chrome reflector.Have you considered hiring an appraiser to look at this car?If you are a club member,somebody in your area could check it out.Be sure to run the numbers by the 68 registrar.
    Do your research carefully,it pays off later.Good luck!
     
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    yes the block has no vin number stamped on , i will be checking
    for the date code and will post my information
    the trany i see is 8d2 would that decode as 2nd april 68 it is a 4 speed:mellow:
     
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    Carl:

    Here is a vin decoder for Mustangs:

    Classic Mustang Dataplate Decoder

    Also, I have a KR convertible I may be selling to buy a Cobra. I have a 67 GT500 already and want one of each (Mustang and Cobra) to take part in various events. If any interest in the KR let me know.

    Mike
     
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    Gday would not be the maroon one or so called purple one
    are those photos posted on ebay in Bob Pecks
    thsk for the decoder and no thanks this time on your kr
    good luck selling the car :dance:
     
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    mike i obviously have mistaken that your car is a total different car to the maroon one , sorry mate but would love to talk further about your car if possible
     
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