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1990 Volkswagen Golf VIN decoder

Decode any 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf VIN in this catalog starts with the world manufacturer identifier 3VW. The tenth character is L, the model-year code for 1990; the eleventh is the assembly-plant code, M here. The factory records place assembly at Mexico. 3 engines are recorded for this model year, including 4-cyl · 100 hp, 4-cyl · 81 hp, and 6-cyl · 172 hp. The catalog holds 100 sample 1990 Volkswagen Golf VINs. Decode your own with the field at the top of this page.

1990 Volkswagen Golf trims, engines and plants

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

EngineBodyDoors / seatsPlantSample VINs
4-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/Notchback4-doorMexico50
4-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/Notchback2-doorMexico18
4-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/Notchback4-doorMexico16
4-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/Notchback2-doorMexico12
6-cyl · 172 hpHatchback/Liftback/Notchback2-doorMexico2

Sample 1990 Volkswagen Golf VINs

Showing 50 of 100 VINs · Page 1 of 2

These are catalog sample VINs, not cars for sale. Choosing one puts it in the VIN field at the top of the page - replace it with the VIN of the car you are looking at.

VINEngineBodyPlant
3VWBA01G6LM0303594-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA11G0LM0029974-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA11G2LM0030214-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA11G5LM0008564-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G0LM0126594-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G2LM0201164-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G3LM0258434-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G4LM0069764-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G4LM0113844-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G4LM0175564-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G5LM0204034-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G5LM0253914-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G6LM0253834-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBA21G9LM0162904-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWBK21G0LM0110074-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDB21G0LM5571534-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDB21G2LM0231184-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDB21G5LM0232884-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDB21G7LM0134124-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G0LM0187914-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G0LM0230054-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G2LM0082294-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G3LM0306754-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G4LM0307204-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G5LM0082904-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G5LM0306314-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G5LM0306934-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G8LM0306554-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21G9LM0292384-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWDK21GXLM0291834-cyl · 100 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G2LM0035234-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G3LM0036444-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G4LM0011124-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G7LM0033724-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G7LM0035794-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA11G9LM0036474-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G0LM0073514-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G0LM0213154-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G0LM0260314-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G1LM0073264-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G1LM0115544-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G1LM0179844-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G1LM0220224-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G1LM0224874-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G2LM0115014-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G2LM0146254-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G2LM0220934-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G2LM0221914-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G2LM0223054-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico
3VWFA21G3LM0127064-cyl · 81 hpHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackMexico

Factory specs by VIN prefix

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

3VWBA01G6LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Active
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA11G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA11G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA11G5LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G3LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G4LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G5LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G6LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBA21G9LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWBK21G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDB21G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDB21G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDB21G5LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDB21G7LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G3LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G4LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G5LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G8LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21G9LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWDK21GXLM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
100
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
74.5700
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA11G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA11G3LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA11G4LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA11G7LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Passive Belt
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA11G9LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA21G0LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA21G1LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA21G2LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
3VWFA21G3LM
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Engine Hp
81
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
VOLKSWAGEN DE MEXICO SA DE CV
Plant Country
Mexico
Engine
In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
60.4017
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)
Other Restraint System Info
Restraint System: Passive w/ Manual Lap
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR

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