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Car make Toyota
Car model Matrix
Car year 2003
VIN number 2T1KR32E53C147417
Short VIN check to junk 2T1KR32E53C
Level of trim XR 2WD
Fabricated in CANADA
Production sequence number 373611
Body HATCHBACK 4-DR
Type of engine 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual
Short shifter transmission 4A | 5M
Trim Level XR 2WD
Manufactured in CANADA
Production Seq. Number 373611
Body Style HATCHBACK 4-DR
Engine Type 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission-short 4A | 5M
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual