Sometimes there is a possibility of an illegal vehicle import into the States with an upcoming sale. You can avoid buying such vehicles if you are aware of their history. Verify Toyota Matrix 2003 for this and other kind of problems
Car make Toyota
Car model Matrix
Car year 2003
VIN number 2T1LR32E53C085148
Short VIN check to junk 2T1LR32E53C
Level of trim XR 4WD
Fabricated in CANADA
Production sequence number 179603
Body HATCHBACK 4-DR
Type of engine 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Short shifter transmission 4A
Engine Type 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission-short 4A
Production Seq. Number 179603
Manufactured in CANADA
Body Style HATCHBACK 4-DR
Trim Level XR 4WD