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Authenticity reference

Engine transition

numbers matching · documented

Reference Details

Common issue
A replacement 340 or current engine-bay appearance represented as proof that the car was born a 340 Cuda
Confidence
documented
Correct value
G in the fifth VIN position supports the later 318 path; H supports the 340 path. Early literature made the 340 standard before the bulletin moved the baseline to the 318
Where to check
VIN, fender tag, broadcast sheet, window sticker, engine pad, and dated production records

Cars With This Authenticity Marker

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