CHEVROLET VIN DECODER

Chevrolet VIN Decoder, Decode Your Chevrolet by VIN

Decode a Chevrolet VIN to reveal model year, engine, assembly plant, trim and factory options. Here is how to read a Chevrolet VIN and pull the full window sticker and build sheet.

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How to Read a Chevrolet VIN

Chevrolet VINs follow the 17-character standard with these Chevy-specific markers:

  • WMI (1–3): 1G1 (Chevrolet passenger cars, USA), 1GC/1GB (Chevrolet trucks), 2G1 (Canada), 3G (Mexico), KL8 (GM Korea).
  • Position 8, engine (RPO-linked).
  • Position 10, model year.

What a Chevrolet VIN Reveals

  • Model year, line and series (Silverado, Equinox, Malibu, Trax)
  • Engine and drivetrain
  • Assembly plant
  • Trim and factory options (build sheet)
  • Original Chevrolet window sticker (Monroney)
  • Open safety recalls

Chevrolet Window Sticker & Build Sheet

The Chevrolet build sheet and window sticker are decoded from the same VIN. See our window sticker by VIN guide, or the main VIN decoder.

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Chevrolet VIN FAQ

Where is the VIN on a Chevrolet?
The driver’s-side dashboard (through the windshield) and the driver’s door jamb sticker.

What does a Chevrolet VIN engine digit mean?
Position 8 encodes the engine, which maps to the GM RPO code for displacement and output.

Can I get a Chevrolet window sticker by VIN?
Yes, see our window sticker by VIN guide.

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