Who has the lowest VIN? - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

stugray · 05-12-2014, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alpine

mine ends is 0048

That is interesting since I got this response on the GBS registry thread:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Laika

I saw two that were lower, one in the 0060's and another in the 0080's. Both cars were pre-production models from SOA so...you may have one of the very first production models in the states.

So if you have #48, then you have a pre-production model.
Did you purchase it anywhere special?

You should respond on the GBS registry thread.
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59132

Quote:

Originally Posted by industrial

Why is this such a big deal for you

If there was a chance yours was the first production model in the US, wouldnt you want to know?

Superhatch · 05-12-2014, 03:17 PM

I'm not sure they will ever reach classic status. A un-modded version in good condition will surely sell for more than a modded version as today's older cars do.

Prior to this car I paid $4000 for a near mint, two owner, dealership only maintenance 91 civic Si. But in very good condition the same car goes for $3k. So 25 years from now, you might get an extra $1k if you keep it mint!!! :P

Tainen · 05-12-2014, 04:10 PM

00230.

First SWP delivered in the country, 3rd confirmed BRZ delivered.

spitz · 05-12-2014, 04:27 PM

While the twins may never be considered true 'collectibles,' the first production FRS/BRZ most definitely WILL.

Example: The Datsun 240Z's average price now ranges from about $8,000 - $25,000, depending on condition. 101,575 240Z's were produced between 1969 and 1970. MSRP in 1970 was $3,500, but with inflation you pretty much break even. HOWEVER, I've heard of offers to the owner of #13 (1st production 240Z) of over $70k. You probably would do better invested in the market, but hey... if cars were a good investment, I'd have more.

Just my 2 cents.

alpine · 05-12-2014, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stugray

That is interesting since I got this response on the GBS registry thread:

So if you have #48, then you have a pre-production model.
Did you purchase it anywhere special?

You should respond on the GBS registry thread.
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59132

If there was a chance yours was the first production model in the US, wouldnt you want to know?

I bought my car used.

edit: I am 0049 not 48

pic for proof

Prog · 05-12-2014, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stugray

So I inquired with SOA about my VIN. This was their response:

"We are unable to state how many production 2013 BRZ models were produced prior to your BRZ. Yes, your BRZ was one of the earliest produced for on-road use. But, we cannot state what number your BRZ was. I can also advise that 12,000 2013 BRZ models were produced. The production date of your vehicle was 3/20/2012."

So I sent a slightly-irritated tone email back telling them that is unacceptable.

Anyone on this forum have access to SOA VIN database?
I am guessing that the statement above means:

"We are too busy surfing porn to look this up for you as that might take a couple of extra clicks and ruin my day"

I am positive that they have the information, and have no idea whay they would hesitate to tell me...

They really don't have any obligation to tell you that information. Not sure why you really care so much. It's not going to be worth anything extra unless you kept it in a garage, undriven, with 6 miles on the odometer.

jeebus · 05-12-2014, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alpine

I bought my car used.

edit: I am 0049 not 48

pic for proof

WTF manufactured in 2011?

Zed · 05-12-2014, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeebus

WTF manufactured in 2011?

Probably more likely that its November of 2012

tahdizzle · 05-12-2014, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by industrial

I'm 00327. Why is this such a big deal for you? I really don't think these cars will become collectors items. They are too common. Don't think classic muscle car auction stuff, think more like old 240sx or miata. They will be fun cars that'll be driven their entire lives.

The term "collectors items" is subjective. Its like saying an ae86, mkIV supra, 300zx, 240sx, 180sx, mr2s, starions.... the list goes on and on, are not collector items because they are "mass produced".

Production number =/= collector status.

alpine · 05-12-2014, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeebus

WTF manufactured in 2011?

lol wut is this even brz yo?

jeebus · 05-12-2014, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zed

Probably more likely that its November of 2012

Mine is month/year

Zed · 05-13-2014, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeebus

Mine is month/year

Well I stand (couchpotatosit) corrected.

krayzie · 05-13-2014, 01:46 PM

First batch of BRZ was November 2011 when it was first introduced.

chaoskaze · 05-13-2014, 01:53 PM

Gratz Alpine on having one of the first batch BRZ + it's a GBS....An unicorn BRZ indeed

05-12-2014, 03:17 PM	#16
Superhatch AIM4APX Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 2013 WRB BRZ Limited Location: Milwaukee Posts: 1,206 Thanks: 642 Thanked 749 Times in 324 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'm not sure they will ever reach classic status. A un-modded version in good condition will surely sell for more than a modded version as today's older cars do. Prior to this car I paid $4000 for a near mint, two owner, dealership only maintenance 91 civic Si. But in very good condition the same car goes for $3k. So 25 years from now, you might get an extra $1k if you keep it mint!!! :P __________________ "It's very difficult to present technology as an overtly positive sales device to people who want an emotional car" -Chris Harris

05-12-2014, 04:10 PM	#17
Tainen Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: First SWP BRZ-L Location: Washington Posts: 809 Thanks: 154 Thanked 350 Times in 174 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	00230. First SWP delivered in the country, 3rd confirmed BRZ delivered. __________________ First white BRZ in the country Limited SWP BRZ, 35% tint, clear bra, Nameless Performance downpipe, axelback, headers

05-12-2014, 04:27 PM	#18
spitz Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: '13 SWP BRZ-L Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 252 Thanks: 70 Thanked 106 Times in 68 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	While the twins may never be considered true 'collectibles,' the first production FRS/BRZ most definitely WILL. Example: The Datsun 240Z's average price now ranges from about $8,000 - $25,000, depending on condition. 101,575 240Z's were produced between 1969 and 1970. MSRP in 1970 was $3,500, but with inflation you pretty much break even. HOWEVER, I've heard of offers to the owner of #13 (1st production 240Z) of over $70k. You probably would do better invested in the market, but hey... if cars were a good investment, I'd have more. Just my 2 cents. __________________

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