hello everyone, I am trying to find out how can you decode a vin number. i have a 1980 datsun 280zx first 6 is hgs130 which tells me H- L28E G- 2+2 s130 car model then rest is serial number which has 6 numbers. I have found all that info. Mine was manufactured between 8/79 - 6/80 So, vin is only 12 numbers and no where can I find anything about the vehicle as color code, transmission, etc. My dad works on classic mustangs so he can send in for what's called a Marti report and tells you that your vehicle is x or x with this trim color etc. that's what I am looking for. Can anyone help me out?