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Know the Car You Own or Want To Buy!
If you plan on buying a car, you must know as much as possible about it. Using GoodCar’s VIN Check service, instantly learn about previous owners, any major damage and accidents (flood/fire/collision and more), original or optional equipment installed, mileage/odometer, and much more!
We source our data from the most reputable public and private databases. We are also an approved provider for the NMVTIS database, which the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators maintains.
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GoodCar organizes and compiles all the necessary information into a clear and concise report, saving you valuable time and effort.
With roughly 6 million annual car accidents in the USA, running a VIN search becomes vital. It provides crucial insights into a vehicle's history, helping buyers and owners make safer and more informed decisions.
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What is Included in Car History Reports?
Look up GoodCar’s best-in-class and affordable Vehicle History Reports by VIN or license plate. Find title records, auto specs, accidents and damage history, problem checks, pricing, and more information! Explore GoodCar records to find (when available):
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle History Reports
A car report provides information about a vehicle's past. You can look up car histories by license plate or VIN to find accident reports, previous/current owners, mileage, inspection status, and more. These reports give buyers context into the vehicle's condition, allowing them to make an informed purchase.
Some sellers provide a car report during the sales process, but running your own car report should be standard procedure before completing any vehicle purchase. GoodCar provides a free search tool allowing anyone to find a vehicle's car report using a VIN or license plate number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code embedded into every vehicle. Its location may vary depending on the vehicle's make and model but is usually restricted to two spots.
The VIN is most commonly found on the driver's side dashboard. It is imprinted closer to the windshield and is often visible from outside the vehicle.
Owners may also see the VIN printed onto a sticker placed inside the driver's door jamb. If the sticker has worn or fallen off, the VIN is also printed on insurance documentation or the vehicle title.
Older or vintage vehicles sometimes have the VIN etched in various parts under the hood or on the driver's side front bumper. Motorcycle manufacturers often place the VIN beneath the handlebars or stamp it onto the engine.
Performing a VIN lookup with GoodCar is simple. All you need is your VIN and an internet-enabled device.
- Copy down your VIN from the driver's side dashboard or the inside of the driver's side door.
- Visit the GoodCar homepage on your phone or computer and select "Search by: VIN" in the webpage banner.
- Enter your VIN in the field and press enter to get your report in a matter of seconds. If your search fails, check that you input the correct number. VINs should be 17 characters long.
Yes, you can! VINs are connected to the vehicle's make, model, and year. There's no risk of misremembering your vehicle's details if you have the correct VIN. It is the most reliable way to find compatible replacement parts that don't void the warranty or cause issues in the future. Many auto sellers like O'Reilly's and MOPAR allow customers to search by VIN on their websites.
If you choose our unlimited search plan, you can run as many reports as you want! We offer the option of additional premium data points for an extra charge on a per-report basis.
Unlike our competitors, we offer unlimited reports. Carfax charges $44.99 for just one report! That’s way more expensive than a month of unlimited reports from GoodCar. Our reports are comprehensive and use the most up-to-date information from private and government databases.
Our reports include information like Junk/Salvage/Total Loss, Title Records, Brand Records, Prior Theft Records, Odometer Readings, and much more. We provide all the information you need to make a good decision about a vehicle!
Very easy. You can cancel by clicking the “Disable” button on your “My Account” page, or you may contact our dedicated customer care team by sending an email to support@goodcar.com or by calling our toll-free number (800) 764-0104.
Our team of expert customer care specialists will be happy to assist you in finding the information you are looking for. They are standing by 24/7 and can be reached at support@goodcar.com or by calling (800) 764-0104. If our search experts can’t find your information, we’ll refund your purchase!
We cover all major makes and models of vehicles registered in the United States. You can search by VIN or License Plate.
We partner with leading auto data sources to combine the best available information for our customers, all in one place. We are also proud to be an approved NMVTIS data provider. NMVTIS is a program mandated by the DOJ to collect information from Departments of Motor Vehicles nationwide.
You will be able to access your report instantly after payment. All reports are also accessible in your search history.