Are vin numbers and chasis numbers the same?

Answer 1

A VIN is a Vehicle Identity Number. it can be applied to more than just the Chassis of a vehicle. Generally VIN's can be found etched into auto glass and on some vehicles which are Monococh construction stamped into the firewall, in the engine bay. A true Chassis number will be stamped into the chassis rail. VIN's are more common on modern motor vehicles, as the whole vehicle is subject to the number, whereas older vehicles with a Chassis number are not as well identified.