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1990 Chevrolet Corvette VIN decoder

Decode any 1990 Chevrolet Corvette VIN here - free, no sign-up - then see every build configuration the catalog holds for this model year and 100 real sample VINs.

Every sample 1990 Chevrolet Corvette VIN in this catalog starts with the world manufacturer identifier 1G1. The tenth character is L, the model-year code for 1990; the eleventh is the assembly-plant code, 5 here. The factory records place assembly at Bowling Green, United States (USA). 2 engines are recorded for this model year, including 5.7L · 4-cyl · Gasoline and 5.7L · 8-cyl · Gasoline. The catalog holds 100 sample 1990 Chevrolet Corvette VINs. Decode your own with the field at the top of this page.

1990 Chevrolet Corvette trims, engines and plants

3 build configurations across 98 sample VINs, decoded from the 11-character VIN prefix. A blank cell means the factory record carries no value.

Series / TrimEngineBodyDoors / seatsPlantSample VINs
Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineCoupe2-doorBowling Green, United States (USA)45
Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/Cabriolet2-doorBowling Green, United States (USA)36
ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupe2-doorBowling Green, United States (USA)17

Sample 1990 Chevrolet Corvette VINs

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VINSeries / TrimEngineBodyPlantAction
1G1YY3381L5104169Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3381L5114233Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5105833Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5107226Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5110319Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5110725Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5112572Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5118906Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3382L5187839Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5100964Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5101693Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5102746Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5102827Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5109289Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3383L5119854Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3384L5102559Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3385L5104045Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3385L5114378Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3385L5114655Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3386L5110419Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3386L5110761Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3386L5117693Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3387L5100188Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3387L5103978Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3387L5104855Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3387L5108193Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3388L5110874Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY3389L5102766Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY338XL5111475Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY338XL5112996Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YY338XL5116952Corvette & Convertible5.7L · 4-cyl · GasolineConvertible/CabrioletBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J0L5800354ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J0L5801987ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J0L5802086ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J2L5802414ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J3L5801661ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J3L5801725ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J5L5800785ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J5L5801550ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J5L5802245ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J6L5800424ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J6L5801265ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J6L5802125ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J7L5801050ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J8L5801168ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23J9L5802197ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23JXL5801706ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
1G1YZ23JXL5801897ZR15.7L · 8-cyl · GasolineCoupeBowling Green, United States (USA)
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Factory specs by VIN prefix

Specs are decoded from manufacturer build data for the 11-character VIN prefix and are shown in English.

1G1YY3381L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3382L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3383L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3384L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3385L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3386L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3387L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3388L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY3389L5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YY338XL5 - Corvette & Convertible
Series
Corvette & Convertible
Body Class
Convertible/Cabriolet
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J0L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J2L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J3L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J5L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J6L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J7L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J8L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23J9L5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Trim
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1G1YZ23JXL5 - ZR1
Series
ZR1
Trim
ZR1
Body Class
Coupe
Engine Cylinders
8
Displacement L
5.7
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Plant City
Bowling Green
Plant Country
United States (USA)
Air Bag Loc Front
Driver Seat Only
Displacement CC
5700.0
Displacement CI
347.83534133997
Engine
5.7L V-Shaped
Engine Configuration
V-Shaped
Engine Manufacturer
CPC
Fuel Injection Type
Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Plant Company Name
Bowling Green Assembly Plant
Plant State
KENTUCKY
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
1g1yy2380l5

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1g1yy2384l5

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