Vin Number says 4 wheel drive when 2-wheel drive

[calto90]

I just purchased a 1990 Toyota SR5 4-Runner and I am adding it to my insurance policy. My agent confirms this vehicle has a 4 wheel drive by the VIN number I gave her but it is a 2 wheel drive. (she checked different databases.) I double checked the Vin on the door and the Title and they match.
How is this possible and can this be a mistake? I don't want to pay the extra insurance and the reason I selected a 2-wheel drive model. Has anyone else experienced this and is there a way to get this corrected? Or am I just out of luck? Thanks for any responses in advance.

 

[gigger]

Sounds like someone may have swapped out the 4wd drivetrain for 2wd. Don't know why they would do that though.

 

[ChoochCharlie]

You just need to get it checked by your insurance co to confirm the lack of 4x4. They can't force you with the higher price based on the VIN alone.

 

[fourwd1]

is there a way to get this corrected? Or am I just out of luck? Thanks for any responses in advance.

Just have your agent look at the truck.

 

[shadow247]

Have you called your local dealer? Have them run the VIN. They should be able to provide you with a build sheet.

 

[fourwd1]

I imagine he has figured it out by now, this thread is almost 2 yrs old.

 

[CodeButcher]

I recall a Totoya VIN decoder, somewhere, but it's been a while since I've used it. Try: Toyota VIN Decoder @ Motoverse.com

You can try running your VIN through Toyota Parts at ToyoMotorParts | Genuine OEM Toyota Parts, and see what it comes up with as well.