imgenx68

I just bought a used 2000 Maxima SE

Just curious about one thing right now...
Can you tell by the VIN where it is made or assembled ?
The VIN # starts off like this jn1ca**********

I assumed Japan but where?
Or is Japan even right?
Thanks!

TXT-1

iTrader: (1)

It is Japan. Not sure where though. 5th gen maximas were built in Japan. 6th gen are assembled in Smyrna, TN I think.

Bluesbrekr

iTrader: (4)

There is a letter of series of letters that designate the place of manufacture, but I don't remember where they are in the VIN.

But like Nismo said, all Maxes up to the 2004 model were made in Japan.

imgenx68

Thanks Guys....
I knew the newest ones they made here but I was unsure of the switchover time.

Thanks Again!

2k1seae

iTrader: (1)

The 1st position (J) is for Japan. The 11th position is where the car was manufactured (plant code - this is the letter just before the serial number).
M = Tochigi, T = Oppama, U = Zama, W = Kyushyu, X = Nissha-Hiratsuka, 4 = Aichi, 5 = Murayama, 9 = Fujiyu.
http://www.courtesyparts.com/specs/vin.html