Enter a Porsche VIN Number to Get Unique Info, Specs, and Details for the Vehicle…

Enter a 17-digit Porsche VIN to get instant results from the global database

Get instant, free insights about any Porsche VIN with VINvaquero.com – a Free VIN Decoder Tool

How to Read a Porsche VIN Number

Checking a Porsche VIN has never been easier with VINvaquero.com!

All Porsche vehicles manufactured since 1981 will feature a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) that can be used to quickly decode information about the vehicle, such as:

  • Location of manufacture and the manufacturing plant.
  • Body type and styling options. 
  • Details about the engine and transmission. 
  • Additional features and add-ons. 

The Porsche VIN can also be used for:

  • Ordering Vehicle History Reports.
  • Getting the value of a specific Porsche.
  • Finding Porsche recalls.
  • Searching for compatible parts for the specific Porsche year and model. 
  • Learning about the vehicle’s ownership history.
  • Finding out the vehicle’s accident and repair history. 
  • Getting free, customized insurance quotes. 
  • Checking if the Porsche is stolen. 

Whether you have a Porsche vehicle you own or are looking to buy one, decoding the VIN and using the VIN for a variety of tasks can come in handy. 

Our free Porsche VIN decoder is here for you to get started. 

Simply enter your Porsche VIN into the search bar above to check the global database. We’ll run the search and return all the pertinent information we can find. 

If you have an older VIN from a vehicle that was produced prior to 1981, the VIN decoder may not work. 

Where to find a VIN on a Porsche?

Your Porsche VIN will typically be found in a handful of locations on the vehicle. The common ones include:

  • On a VIN plate attached to the dashboard looking through the driver’s side of the windshield.
  • Stamped onto the frame. 
  • Near the engine. 
  • On the door jamb. 

Additionally, the Porsche VIN can be found on your DMV and insurance paperwork, such as the:

  • Registration card.
  • Vehicle title. 
  • MCO. 
  • Insurance policy documents. 
  • Insurance ID cards. 

What does a Porsche VIN Number Start with?

The WMI, or World Manufacturer Identifier, is the first 3 digits of the Porsche VIN. 

These digits provide you with:

  • The country where the Porsche was built. 
  • The Manufacturer name.
  • The vehicle type and manufacturer division. 

Porsche WMIs

The first 3 digits in the VIN, or the WMI, can be used to quickly find out where a specific vehicle was produced, who produced it, and the type of vehicle it is. 

WMICountry of OriginManufacturer NameVehicle Type
WP0GERMANYDR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AGPassenger Car
WP1GERMANYDR. ING. H.C.F. PORSCHE AGMultipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV)

Porsche Models in the VIN Decoder Database

Below you’ll find a list of all Porsche models manufactured since 1981 that you can decode with our VIN checker. 

Porsche models in the database include:

  • 718
  • 911
  • 918
  • 924
  • 928
  • 944
  • 968
  • Boxster
  • Cayenne
  • Cayman
  • Macan
  • Panamera
  • Taycan