1. Look at the 10th digit of the VIN. This digit represents the model year. For your VIN (5103993), the 10th digit is "3", which indicates that the vehicle is a 1963 model year.
2. You can also refer to the following table for the corresponding year of manufacture based on the 10th digit of the VIN:
| 10th digit of VIN | Year of Manufacture |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1949 |
| 2 | 1950 |
| 3 | 1963 |
| 4 | 1964 |
| 5 | 1965 |
| 6 | 1966 |
| 7 | 1967 |
| 8 | 1968 |
Keep in mind that this information is for a specific VW Beetle VIN you provided, and the year of manufacture may differ for other vehicles. It's always a good idea to double-check with official sources or automotive experts to confirm the exact year of manufacture for your specific vehicle.
