All auto has a VIN and a lot number if they are placed for sale at IAAI at Salt Lake City (UT). For instance, this Gray AUTOMOBILE AUCTION AUTO KG 2016 may be located with lot number: 28667940 or VIN:3VWD17AJ3GM396847. As you can watch, there is all the info about the VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SEDAN including the damage levels such as primary damage Total Burn and secondary damage as well. It would undoubtedly alter the price of the vehicle, unless the owner can wipe VIN history. Cleanautohistory.com can give such services and clear car history as well as locate for you a specific car that has no history of such tampering or VIN removal. When you wish to sell or buy a car - it is advisable to hand over this process to the professionals.