1978 Ford Mustang Cobra VIN Decoder
VIN Decoder
VIN Location
The 1978 Ford Mustang Cobra VIN number is on top edge of the dash on the driver’s side visible through the windshield.
Decoder Sheet
| Year | 1978 |
| Example | 8X03F100001 |
| 1st Digit (Year) | 8 = 1978 |
| 2nd Digit (Assembler) | F = Dearborn, Michigan R = San Jose, California |
| 3rd & 4th Digit (Body) | 03 = Hatchback Cobra II (also base level hatchback) |
| 5th Digit (Engine) | F = Optional 134hp V8 |
| 6th to 11th Digit | Sequential unit number |
