The hidden VIN's of vehicles of this vintage were also listed in the Kelley Blue Books that (back then) were only available to dealers, insurance companies, banks and finance companies.

Today, you can buy Kelley Blue Books in book stores, but whether these 'for the general public' versions have the hidden VIN info...or not, I dunno...but I would guess not.

 

My 68 VIN location


A friends 67 Vin location on radiator support(but it may have had a front clip put on it from a coupe or another Ranchero. Don't still have the shown VIN)

 

Thanks guys, I am about to start pulling fenders. My insurance company, and City Police have been no help. Awaiting a call from Washington State Patrol vehicle inspection station. County government no longer answers the phone. They want all communication via e-mail or regular mail. That really makes you wonder doesn't it.

I will continue my efforts and keep you posted. Ken

 

RE: NATB & NICB manual is available to the public but shows the typical stuff found in the vin and only the public number. The hidden vin called secondary Vin is propritary (spelling) is available to law enforcement etc. Ken

 

Much to my chagrin and embarrasment the hidden VIN has been located. The location is just like ncranchero's photo above except it is on the left side. The public VIN on my 66 is 6K29C and is the same as the hidden VIN. Now I have to reconcile the code "C" for 289 when in fact the vehicle had a 200-6. There are several clues remaining and still visible that tend to confirm that it was an original 200. However these kinds of errors are common and I may never reconcile the apparent error.

Someone ought to build a web site to aquire hidden VIN locations and build a library with info provided by users. We DIY'ers would be a good resource.

Thanks, Ken

 

FYI, the Vin on my '68 was in the same place on both sides.

 

Thanks Steve, I will watch for that. I will be pulling the right fender soon anyway.

 

have two more if you wouldn't mind decoding for me 8k48s151785 66b a 5a 17b 74 5 u & 9a49m226566 66d w 8y 03d 72 9 5 thanks

 

Thanks ncranchero. I have pulled both of the fenders on my 66 Ranchero and found the ID numbers exactly where you said. Thanks

 

6k29c132833 66b x 45 12l 6 6

 

Welcome to FTE

6 = 1966.

K = Kansas City MO Assembly Plant.

29 = Ranchero Custom (Body Style 66B).

C = 289 2V

132933 = 1966 Numerical Sequence of Assembly.

66B = Ranchero Custom.

X = Maroon Metallic.

45 = Red Crinkle all Vinyl.

12L = Assembled November (L) 12, 1965.

6 = Ford 8" Rear Axle / 2.80-1.

6 = C4.

 

thanks number dummy

 

Bill,

Can you help me out on a VIN decode?

I have captured some information from your other posts but still need a little help.

1966 Ranchero
6 1966
K Kansas City
27 ?
T 20 I-6
155774 Sequence
66A ?
F Light Blue
2D ?
18M ?
75 ?
4 Ford 8" Rear
1 Ford Type 2.77 3 Speed Manual Transmission

I would also like to confirm the original rim size at 14 / 5.5 with 5 -4.5 BC if possible>

Thanks,
Gene

 

Hoping for some help. Vin decode 7k38C166189. Some info on door plate is too worn to see, but 66F, 4P, and 86 are still visible. My husband has finally bought this truck from an old friend, it runs great!
I am new to forums, but hoping to learn from those of you who are so knowledgable.
Thank you,