| The Vehicle Identification Number can be found on the instrument panel and on the body code plate: | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y | M | ** | T | 2 | C | ****** |
| Carline | Price class | Body type | Engine displ | Year | Plant | Serial number |
| Imperial | medium | 23=2 dr. / 43=4 dr. | 440 | 1972 | Jefferson | |
The body code plate also includes schedule date, body type, engine code, transmission code, tire code, trim code and paint codes, for example:
 |
|
| R32 | Dual Rear Speakers |
| V5Y | Body side mouldings, medium gold |
| G11 | Tinted Glass All |
| M45 | Fender skirts |
| P31 | Power Windows |
| P41 | Power Door Locks |
| N23 | Electronic Ignition |
| V1Y | Full vinyl roof, medium gold |
| H51 | Single Air Conditioning with Heater |
| R48 | Power Antenna |
| L31 | Fender Mounted Turn Signal Indicators |
| L35 | Cornering Lamps |
| GY4 | Exterior paint, honeydew |
| MRY5 | Trim code, medium gold poly |
| 000 | uim color ??? |
| A06 | Easy order group |
| 138220 | ???? |
| E85 | 440ci 4bbl 8 cyl 375h.p. (RB) |
| D34 | Torqueflight - Standard Duty |
| YM23 | VIN Code |
| T2C | VIN Code |
| 143229 | VIN Code |
The build sheet can often be found under the rear seat of the car. This document reveals more details about the original equipment. If missing it might be available through the Chrysler Historical Society.
You can try decoding your own build sheet using the Online Imperial Club's 1968-1974 Body Tag Information and Decoding.