Repair And Fix it

Open the hood and search for the cowl tag on the firewall near the drivers side. The cowl tag will be riveted in place on the firewall.

Read the cowl tag and write down the numbers on the tag. The left side of the tag will indicate TRIM or BODY COLOR, followed by a corresponding number code. Write down all of the items.

Log onto 348-409.com to get specific information about your Impalas cowl tag. The body color codes on a 1959 Impala will be represented by a three-digit number. The numbers correspond to a specific body color used in the manufacturing process. A 900 code means that the car was originally finished in Tuxedo Black, and 903 indicates Aspen Green. The trim codes are also represented by a three-digit number specifies the interior colors. An 801 code means that the car was originally finished in a gray-colored cloth and vinyl interior while an 867 indicates a copper and brown cloth and vinyl interior. There are approximately 37 codes for the trim.

Find your vehicles VIN. It can be found on the drivers side, either on the dashboard, door frame or on the edge of the door itself. The VIN is 17 digits long and Manual added on a metal plate that will be affixed to the vehicle, which will make it easy to identify once located.

Note the second figure of the VIN. This specific letter or number represents the vehicles manufacturer. For instance, a Cadillac has a "6," BMW "B," Toyota "T," Chevrolet "1," Dodge "B," Nissan "N" and Honda "H." This will help the shop or auto parts store determine the make of your car.

The third character represents the vehicle type or its manufacturing division. For instance, it can be a coupe, hatchback, convertible or pickup truck. This will identify your cars body type and aid in determining the appropriate replacement parts for your specific vehicle.

Notice the fourth through eighth figures of your VIN. These five characters represent your vehicles specific characteristics such as the body style, model, engine type and series. For instance, for BMWs, these characters will determine if your car is a 3, 5 or 7 series, and also reveal the type of engine you have (V-8, V-12). However, each manufacturer sets the meaning for these characters according to the specific make.

Look at the 10th figure of your VIN to see the code for your vehicles year. Vehicles dated prior to 2001 will reflect a letter and thereafter would reflect a number. For instance, vehicles made in 1981 will show a letter "B," 1982 a "C," and so on. Starting in 2001 this character is a number. For example, vehicles made in 2001 have a "1," 2002 "2" and 2009 "9." This will help the shop, mechanic or website where you are looking for parts to determine the year model of your car and the parts that are suitable for your specific vehicle.

Note the first three numbers. They provide information about the specific Yamaha model for which the part was an original component. For instance, "111" might refer to a specific motorcycle model manufactured in 1985.

View numbers four through eight. They represent the part type. The first of the five numbers provides information about the overall part category, such as engine. The next four numbers provide details about the actual part, such as the specific engine part.

Take note of the ninth digit. This number differentiates similar parts, which may come in a variety of sizes or identifying characteristics.

Look at 10th digit. It signifies any changes to the part. For instance, a "0" may indicate that it is the original part whereas a "1" may indicate the first modification of the original.

Note the final two digits. Where applicable, they refer to the color --- the eleventh digit --- or the size of the part --- the twelfth digit.

Find the VIN number by looking on the left front door lock pillar, or check your registration or title paperwork.

Verify that the sixth character is a "7" for 1977.

Note the fifth VIN character to identify the engine size, such as "C" for 225 cubic inch displacement, "G" for 318 cubic inch displacement or "J" for 360 cubic inch displacement.