General page
Holden VIN Number
Holden VIN Number
Use this page to start a Holden VIN enquiry. The model-specific VIN pages sit below this broad guide and carry the detailed fitment context.
STEP I > Find the Holden VIN information
Find your 17-character VIN at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, stamped in the driver's or passenger footwell, on the compliance plate in the door opening or engine bay, or on your registration papers. A Holden VIN never uses the letters I, O or Q.
STEP II > Find the Holden Parts
Also note the paint, trim, engine and transmission codes on the compliance plate — they pin down exact panel and interior fitment. Holdens built before 1988 may use a body plate rather than a 17-character VIN.
STEP III > Send Holden parts enquiries to our office by e-mail/form.
Send the VIN and any codes you can read through the form below and we will check parts availability for your exact vehicle.
Holden VIN decoder and code chart basics
Use the VIN together with the compliance plate, build date and model series. The VIN identifies the vehicle record, while the plate details help confirm paint, trim, engine and transmission for parts matching.
| VIN / code detail | What it helps confirm |
|---|---|
| 17-character VIN | Vehicle identity, model year coding and manufacturer information on modern Holdens. |
| 6H8 prefix | Australian-built Holden manufacturer identifier; imported models can use different manufacturer codes. |
| 10th VIN character | Model-year code, which should be checked against the build month/year on the compliance plate. |
| Paint and trim codes | Panel colour and interior trim matching for body and cabin parts. |
| Pre-1988 Holdens | Often use body, chassis and compliance-plate identification rather than a modern 17-character VIN. |
Holden VIN Plate
Legacy guide image placeholder. Safe Holden imagery can be added here once sourced and cleared for use.
Model-specific VIN pages
Browse 93 model-specific VIN number guides below.
Holden Vehicle Identification Guide
Official GMH visual identification guide — VIN/chassis numbering, engine identification and compliance-plate locations across classic Holden models.
Download PDF (224 pages, 17.8 MB)FAQ
What is a VIN?
A VIN is the Vehicle Identification Number — the unique 17-character code that identifies your vehicle for fitment, registration and service records. A Holden VIN never uses the letters I, O or Q.
Where do I find the VIN on a Holden?
Check the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, the floor of the driver's or passenger footwell, the compliance plate in the door opening or engine bay, and your registration papers. Holdens built before 1988 generally pre-date the 17-character VIN.
Can I decode a Holden VIN from the number alone?
The VIN helps identify the vehicle record and model-year coding, but it should be checked with the compliance plate, build date, paint code, trim code and engine/transmission details before ordering parts.
What does 6H8 mean in a Holden VIN?
6H8 is the manufacturer identifier used on many Australian-built Holdens. Imported Holden-badged models can use different manufacturer identifiers, so a non-6H8 VIN is normal on some later models.
Can I ask for parts after checking the VIN?
Yes. Send the VIN plus any paint, trim, engine and transmission codes from the compliance plate and we will check availability for your exact vehicle.
Quick enquiry
Submit your Holden parts enquiry and we'll check availability.
We handle genuine, aftermarket, new and second-hand Holden parts enquiries.