1G4Buick
A VIN that starts with 1G4 identifies a Buick vehicle. Here is what that code tells you.
What 1G4 tells you
- Manufacturer
- Buick
- Country
- United States
- Region
- North America
- Notes
- passenger cars (LaCrosse, Regal, Lucerne)
What the rest of the VIN means
The WMI (1G4) is only the first 3 of 17 characters. Characters 4–9 describe the model, body and engine; character 10 is the model year; and the last characters are the unique serial number.
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Frequently asked questions
What car has a VIN starting with 1G4?
A VIN that begins with 1G4 was made by Buick.
What country is VIN code 1G4?
The 1G4 WMI is assigned to Buick in United States.
How do I decode the rest of a VIN?
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WMI assignments follow the ISO 3780 / SAE standard. CarVinVin is independent and not affiliated with any manufacturer.