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Originally Posted by GotaT
Thanks that makes perfect Sense..
Although isnt there a way to determine if you had an S package car including Guages, or Chrome/Gold lettering Sport(bilstein) susp or non sport...
... OR was this only checked by the person inspecting with full knowledge of the differences...
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My understanding is the option code is not part of the VIN, (though it may be located somewhere on the car?) and the only way to find what the car left the factory with is to contact Porsche. The COA's, however, can be sketchy at best so their accuracy is in question. The engine and trans numbers can also give some clues to the cars originality, but not to the degree of sport packages, trim, seats, interior, etc.
As to the CA replacement VIN, they are legitmate issuances by the DMV once a car has been fully inspected an verified. What do they do to the value? Put it this way: It's better than a salvage title, it's better than a missing or mismatched VIN, it's worse than having original VIN's. It should certainly raise questions from a potential buyer.