Build number spreadsheet

[WhatsUpDOHC]

Unfortunately vin #'s are not chronological. They should though put you in the ballpark.

Understood. Just for tracking. Big gaps in that thar spreadsheet.

[STEPS]

just wondering when will the spread sheet come out ????????????????/

[a_d_a_m]

As already stated, VIN numbers are not chronological. This is partly due to the fact that certain cars are removed from the line and repaired prior to release. I witnessed this firsthand at the STAP 2010 and STAP 2011 tours; cars with body defects would come off of the line and be sent back for correction. Therefore, the 'built' date is not actually chronological with regards to the VIN, which as far as I am aware is assigned on the first day the car starts being built. I.E. my Marauder's VIN was assigned probably in late May '02.

I think, at this point, that the best idea is to keep a completely separate spreadsheet of all of the totaled Marauders (and there are a TON of them). I would hate to input data on all of the totaled Marauders into the existing spreadsheets, only to cause confusion later down the line with regards to how certain VIN numbers got plugged into certain places. Then again, I haven't seen the info on all the totaled cars yet...

My end goal with this project is to keep going with the Ford-certified build numbers for as long as I am a member here. Hopefully new members will share their VIN data so we can make the most comprehensive list possible.

Doing it this way does not require much assistance, but I may investigate giving 'permissions' to those who wish to have editing privileges. At this point, I do not know how to do that without sharing my e-mail password with people - that ain't gonna fly!


I guess what I'm saying with regards to all of this is that I need some time to think about how I want to proceed. Discussion is certainly okay, but don't expect this to be a super huge priority for me. As far as I'm concerned, they're not making any more Marauders, and I've got other crap to worry about on a day to day basis. Cool? Cool.

just wondering when will the spread sheet come out ????????????????/

It is out! Check the links in my signature. There is a separate list for 2003 and 2004 cars. There are large gaps in it, because we are sampling a small portion of the Marauder-owning public. The goal is to slowly fill the list up.

[Mebot]

Doing it this way does not require much assistance, but I may investigate giving 'permissions' to those who wish to have editing privileges. At this point, I do not know how to do that without sharing my e-mail password with people - that ain't gonna fly!

You can set up the file on Gmail drive and allow select people to have access to it. To make changes and stuff. They would be owners. Everyone else would just be viewers.

Just a suggestion

[a_d_a_m]

Good to know - will keep it in mind. At this point, I think I'm keeping up with what's available to me.

Will re-evaluate once I see the 'totaled' list.

[Jeronimojc]

Could you say what interior colors came with each? He likes to put that in his spreadsheet. If you know what # out of what # they were that helps him as well.

All interiors are charcoal. The first two were 300A and the last one was 300B. That's all I know.

[VMARAUDER]

Are all 2004's 300A's?

[Bluerauder]

Are all 2004's 300A's?

Yes, because there was only one "job" in 2004 they are all 300As (i.e. no model changes in mid-year). In 2003 there were two "jobs" because of the switchover to the "De-Contented" version that added traction control and removed some stuff to pay the bill.

Just keep in mind that the 2004 MMs have the same features as the 2003 300B MMs as far as donut spare, traction control, manual fuel door, etc.

Short version 2004 300A = 2003 300B contents.

More on the 300A vs. 300B issue >>>>> http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forum...ad.php?t=31102

[STEPS]

Thanks for the update
God Bless

[VMARAUDER]

VMARAUDER
Build date 4-20-04
2MHHM79V54X677326 300B
2618 of 3214
849 of 980 in DTR
N/A for now
Heated Seats
Moon Roof
Rear Spoiler
Dark Charcoal


what is the difference in a 300A - 300B?

I guess I am a 300A

[Bluerauder]

I guess I am a 300A

The 300A or 300B distinction is irrelevant for the 2004 MM. It is just sufficient to say that you have an '04 Marauder. The A vs. B discussion is only meaningful when discussing the 2003 MMs.

[a_d_a_m]

2004 MMs have the same features as the 2003 300B MMs as far as donut spare, traction control, manual fuel door, etc.

Short version 2004 300A = 2003 300B contents.

I remember being confused about this myself when I started the project.

[TP Derrick D]

#1 Totaled - 9/9/13 (R.I.P)
2MEHM75V33X615411
2003A
Blk w/ DC
#1850 of 7093 Blk
#1850 of 7838
Born - 6/24/02
tpderrickd


#2 current
2MEHM75V13X624916
2003A
Blk w/ DC
#2215 of 7093 Blk
#2215 of 7838
Born - 7/15/02
tpderrickd
Misc- Eaton swap w/4:10's, OEM trunk wing, Mach 1 chin spoiler, trans w/converter, flowmasters w/x-pipe

[Brent]

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Thanks to the mods for making this a sticky, and thanks to all who are participating.

This thread had me thinking about build numbers, colors, etc. and who has what car. So I decided to begin a spreadsheet and document build numbers IN ORDER with username and whatever else I can come up with. It might be a little more work than anyone would like, but it sure beats sifting through archived threads to see who's got what!

NOTE: I AM ONLY USING FORD-CERTIFIED BUILD NUMBERS. IF YOU DON'T HAVE A CERTIFICATE, YOU CAN CALL FORD AND GET YOUR BUILD INFORMATION. IF YOU HAVEN'T DONE EITHER OF THESE THINGS, DON'T BOTHER RESPONDING. RoyLPita sez "Call 1-800-FORD-788 and press "1". Have the last 6 of your VIN handy. You will get the numbers for FREE. You'll pay $$$ for the certificate."

This is what I've got so far:
2003 list ||| 2004 list

If you'd like to be added, I'll need the following pieces of information:
build number by year (i.e. if you have a 2004, I need "#455 of 3214")
VIN (complete VIN please, not just the last 6 digits)
Year
300A/B
Ext. color (DTR, DBP, SB, BLK)
Int. color (DC, LF)
Color sequence (i.e. #132 of 7093 black cars)
Build date
Username
misc other information about the car* - heated seats, CD changer, moonroof, Trilogy/Eaton/Vortech, Canadian km/h cluster -- let's keep this very limited, please

*Abbreviations in the misc. columns are as follows:
6CD = 6CD changer
HS = heated seats
MR = moonroof
4A = preproduction car


If you'd like to be included, simply respond with all of the requested information in this thread!

Hi Adam,
Please add my info to data base.
#1958 of 3214 2004
2MHHM79V64X664830
2004
300A
DTR
DC
#647 of 980 DTR
03/08/2004 build date
user name - Brent (original owner)
misc options- trunk organizer, MR, front liscense plate bracket, HS, 6CD

Thanks,
Brent
DTR friend of fast

[a_d_a_m]

I added the cars, but then logged out and forgot to add all the extras. Sorry, will do when I'm back in. Ciao!