Early RT production numbers

[Pappazippy]

I have read a few posts on this forum where the poster's were able to determine what number their :spyder2: were made example #455 or #620 off the line etc. How can I find out what my production number is? My :spyder2: is a 2010 RT A&C SM5.

 

[ARtraveler]

I have read a few posts on this forum where the poster's were able to determine what number their :spyder2: were made example #455 or #620 off the line etc. How can I find out what my production number is? My :spyder2: is a 2010 RT A&C SM5.

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When the first GS models (2008) came out--they had premier editions. There were supposed to be about 1500 if memory serves correct. There was a plaque on the handlebars showing the number. They actually made about 2500 of these.

When the first RT's came out--they had a special premier edition RT-S. I have one of these: #474. They had special stitching on the seat.

Not sure how the numbering system works on the non-premier editions--but am guessing it may have something to do with the last digits on the VIN. Someone knows for sure.

 

[NancysToy]

I have read a few posts on this forum where the poster's were able to determine what number their :spyder2: were made example #455 or #620 off the line etc. How can I find out what my production number is? My :spyder2: is a 2010 RT A&C SM5.

Only the marked PE Spyders can have the last digits of the VIN# used to determine their production sequence. Every model designation, which means every trim version and color, has a numerical sequence for the last VIN digits that starts at #1, so you can only tell where in that particular model run yours occurred. For instance yours may be the fifteenth red North American RTS for 2011, but who knows where in the entire production that actually occurred? The numbered PE's were the first models produced for the GS and the RT, so they are the only ones that can be accurately pinned down. Even then, there were pre-production and prtotype vhehicle that beat them off the line if you want to get real technical.

 

[ARtraveler]

Only the marked PE Spyders can have the last digits of the VIN# used to determine their production sequence. Every model designation, which means every trim version and color, has a numerical sequence for the last VIN digits that starts at #1, so you can only tell where in that particular model run yours occurred. For instance yours may be the fifteenth red North American RTS for 2011, but who knows where in the entire production that actually occurred? The numbered PE's were the first models produced for the GS and the RT, so they are the only ones that can be accurately pinned down. Even then, there were pre-production and prtotype vhehicle that beat them off the line if you want to get real technical.

I had a feeling you would have the answer.
:2thumbs:

 

[Pappazippy]

Ok great that at least gives me an idea of my production number. My VIN label says my RT was built in February 2010 and the last four digits in my VIN is 0099. So at least I have a good idea that mine was fairly early in my particular model. Thanks big time! I knew someone would be able to educate me in the finer details of the Spyder history.

 

[Bob Denman]

I've got 1874; but it is (was) an A&C; so it doesn't count... :shocked:

 

[rock]

our premier limited is number 0058, got lucky on that

 

[arntufun]

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When the first GS models (2008) came out--they had premier editions. There were supposed to be about 1500 if memory serves correct. There was a plaque on the handlebars showing the number. They actually made about 2500 of these.

When the first RT's came out--they had a special premier edition RT-S. I have one of these: #474. They had special stitching on the seat.

Not sure how the numbering system works on the non-premier editions--but am guessing it may have something to do with the last digits on the VIN. Someone knows for sure.

I think the number was over 3500 because I have 3494. :thumbup:

 

[MouthPiece]

My 2010 Premier Edition RT-S had a PE # 0004. When I replaced the seat with a Corbin Saddle, I cut out that portion of the OEM seat with the PE# 0004 on it. Still have it as a momento.

Chris

 

[Bob Denman]

:bowdown: Guess who had number one?

 

[bullant12]

:bowdown: Guess who had number one?

I think a lot of us know... but lets let the newbies take a guess!:roflblack:

 

[Bob Denman]

:2thumbs: Maybe he'll post another picture of it... :thumbup:

 

[MouthPiece]

Was it him or someone we saw late night?

Chris

 

[Lamonster]

:doorag:RT

 

[MouthPiece]

:doorag:RT

I thought yours was preproduction. My guess was Leno.

 

[Bob Denman]

His was a 2008 GS...
Our Boss had #1 RT... :bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowdown:

 

[arntufun]

Awwwwwwww the good ol days............ I'm still wondering where that 001 now resides ???????

 

[Bob Denman]

It was probably in a BaZillion pieces before they did something REALLY awful to it... :shocked:

 

[ARtraveler]

I think the number was over 3500 because I have 3494. :thumbup:


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I knew it was more than--hence the "weasel word" "about". Forgot it was that high though. Thank you for the update on the 2008 PE editions. :2thumbs:

 

[arntufun]

something else you might not know

I knew it was more than--hence the "weasel word" "about". Forgot it was that high though. Thank you for the update on the 2008 PE editions. :2thumbs:

The 2008 GS PE Spyders are worth more in resale value than the RT PE editions, at least that's what I remember reading on this forum. I'm trying to remember who said it..........