Below is a listing of VIN information and other identification numbers for the 1985 Corvette.
| VIN Tag Information |
| 1G1YY0787F100001 - 1G1YY0787F139729 |
| Digit |
Definition |
| 1st |
Nation of Origin: 1 = U.S. |
| 2nd |
Manufacturer: G = GM |
| 3rd |
Make and Type: 1 = Chevrolet Passenger |
| 4th |
Carline: Y = Corvette |
| 5th |
Carline/Series: Y = Corvette |
| 6th/7th |
Body Type: 07 = Corvette Coupe Hatchback |
| 8th |
Engine: 8 = L98 |
| 9th |
Check digit to verify VIN correctly recorded. |
| 10th |
Model Year: F = 1985 |
| 11th |
Assembly Plant: 5 = Bowling Green, KY |
| Last 6 digits |
Production Number starting with 100001 and up. |
| Engine Suffix ID Numbers |
| ZDF: |
350ci, 230hp, (automatic transmission) |
| ZJB: |
350ci, 230hp, (manual transmission) |
| ZJC: |
Export |
| ZJJ: |
350ci, 230hp, (automatic transmission, engine oil cooler) |
| ZJK: |
350ci, 230hp, (manual transmission, engine oil cooler) |
| Alternator ID Numbers |
| Location: |
On top drive end frame. |
| 1105450: |
108 amp |
| 1105585: |
120 amp |
| Block ID Numbers |
| 14010207: |
All Engines |
| Distributor ID Numbers |
| 1103595: |
First Production |
| 1103680: |
Second Production |
| Fuel Injection ID Numbers |
| 17085049: |
All Models |
| Head ID Numbers |
| 462624: |
All Engines |
| Rear Axle Number |
| Location: |
On bottom surface of carrier at cover mounting flange. |
| Transmission I.D. |
| Type: |
THM 700-R4 |
| Number Location: |
Lower passenger side on mounting flange above cover. |
| Example: Transmission Identification Number |
| 5MD137A |
| Digit |
Definition |
| 1st: |
Model Year: 3 = 1983, 4 = 1984, 5 = 1985 |
| 2nd and 3rd: |
Model |
| 4th, 5th and 6th: |
Julian Date (or day of year) |
| 7th: |
Shift Built: A & B = First Shift, C & H = Second Shift, D = Day, N = Night |
Identification - click on the image for an larger view:
Service Parts Identificaton Label:
- Description: This label lists the VIN number, model code and Regular Production Option (RPO) codes used on the car.
- Location: Center portion of the rear storage compartment behind the driver's seat.
