Wrong vin for model?
 

i was looking at this 2011 370z touring. The guy said that the vin number shows up as a nismo instead of touring. Is it possible? Wouldn't that affect the car insurance and I have to go through the dmv to change it?. Thanks! I also haven't check the tittle paper work with the car vin yet, but I will before buying it.

if the guy still has his OEM windshield there is a little peep area on the bottom section driver of the windshield that will show the VIN without having to step into the car.

I understand about matching the vin of the car with the tittle but, does it matter if the model showed up as a nismo instead of touring?

if he's selling a nismo at a touring price, buy it!

And if he's selling a touring with the Nismo price :ugh2:

Then what? Lol.

run!!!

If you have it, post the VIN and it can be run though a VIN decoder that a member posted several years ago. Can't find the link at the moment, but I'll get it for you.

Vin# jn1az4eh0bm551530. The O is a zero I believe. Ty y'all!

Here you go -

VIN: JN1AZ4EH0BM551530
Region: US
Model Year: 2011
Production Month: 1110 - November 2010
Series: Z34
Model: GLSALWLZ34EUA---C-
Color: KAD - Gun Metallic
Interior: G - Black
Body: Coupe
Grade: Touring w/Sport
Engine: VQ37VHR
Transmission: 7AT
Navigation: Y
Destination: LOS
Manufacturing Plant: M - Tochigi

I ran the VIN through Carfax and it shows an accident history in 2013 (between Jul-Sept) with airbag deployment. It looks like it has had three owners so far (accident with owner 2). The damage was listed as moderate to severe with damage done to left front. Carfax also has it listed as a touring/Nismo.

Dam, they say the title is clean

So No deal then?? Thanks shukotuz! Forgot to check carfax... How did u check carfax w/o paying for it? Lol

Carfax does show it as clean, so that probably means that it was never reported to the ins company as damaged, and paid out of pocket or cash given from the other party.

Sucks, I was going to get it by tonight too. Good thing i check with the forum members.

Take it for a test drive and if it drives great,take it to get inspected by a mechanic. If he sais it's solid,use that accident as a bargaining chip! If you were to buy it and keep it for like 5 years,by that time the accident won't effect the re sail. I know some people have to have a used car that's never been in an accident,but if it drives like new,then what are you really missing out on? But if he's asking for a non accident price tag for a vehicle that's been in an accident and won't budge,say see Ya later!

Right

What should I offer him if the mechanic said everything is good? 15K? Also should I take it to a Nissan mechanic or doesn't matter? Lol sorry I'm new

How many miles? Does it look clean?(interiors good,no dash scratches,rips,curb marks on rims,scratches in paint,clean under the hood. Etc..) too many variables. I would check the car out first. If you Haven't really car shopped before,bring somebody with you who has some experience doing so. As for price,find out what the book value is for the shape its in and miles on odometer,than knock off a couple grand. Just make sure to mention that it's been in an accident. Typically people ask about 1000 more than what they think the car is worth,hoping to get what they want,or settle for a little less. What are they asking for?

Don't take it to a dealership. Any reputable mechanic would be fine. But only do it if your serious about the car,and he's willing to budge in price. Otherwise you'll be wasting money on an inspection.

They're selling for 25k$ I offered 23k when I didn't know about the accident. Got custom pain and staggered wheels, reverse cam,25k mile, touring edition. In side and out side looks good. Kbb 22k fair price, but with accidental airbag deployement I might be asking 19k or 20k for it, that should be reasonable right?

They tried to sell you a car without disclosing that it had been damaged.

If I were going to make them an offer at all, I would low-ball the crap out of it and be prepared to walk without a screaming deal.

Are we talking about 17k$ or should I go lower? Lol

they didnt disclose the accident? well i'd throw 19 at them. settle for 20. OR

spend a few extra grand to get a non-damaged z.

not doubting mechanics but once in an accident things will start rattling, buzzing, moving, breaking.

I think I'll will have to wait. i was looking on the forum for a z but I can't find one near Arizona or in az. Ty for everyone input, I think I will keep looking for a little more.

patience will only work in your favour when making any substantial purchase. you're still welcome to hang around :icon17:

Haha how nice of u.

Could you check my VIN NUMBER as I am trying to figure out if this is a Nismo. thanks... JN1AZ4EH8FM440049

myself, id pass, too many iffys going on

What year is your Z? The production statistic look-up tool only goes through July of 2013, and when I searched for your VIN, nothing was found.

Here's the link to the tool that a user named Vince created - Nissan 370Z Production Statistics