Is there any way you can check online a vehicle spec by it's VIN number , don't mean an HPI check , just what options the car came with ..

pretty sure there isn't,

will all be done through a secure interweb for that paticular brand, well Land Rover system is like that You can paypal direct using - www.paypal.me/duckworthparts
Please supply your full name address when sending a paypal payment.
https://www.facebook.com/duckworthparts
www.duckworthparts.co.uk
My Direct Line: 01673 849873
Email: robin.hall@duckworth.co.uk
Supplier of Genuine Land Rover & Jaguar Parts For All Models

Funny, because you can in Switzerland. Makes it really easy to post an advert when you want to sell, just enter the reg details and it's all entered for you.