Chevrolet VIN decoder
Decode your Chevrolet VIN
Enter a 17-character Chevrolet VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Chevrolet VINs are built.
How a Chevrolet VIN is structured
Every Chevrolet VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Chevrolet VIN
1G1ZD5ST7JF134098
World Manufacturer Identifier
1G1
Characters 1–3. 1G1 identifies Chevrolet, built in United States.
Vehicle descriptor
4–9
Characters 4–9. Model, body style, engine and a check digit.
Vehicle identifier
10–17
Characters 10–17. Model year, assembly plant and serial number.
Where to find the VIN on a Chevrolet
On most Chevrolet vehicles, the 17-character VIN appears in these places:
- Lower corner of the windshield, on the driver's side
- Sticker inside the driver's door jamb
- Registration, title and insurance documents
- Stamped in the engine bay, on the firewall or strut tower