Where is the VIN number in Alfa Romeo Giulietta (Type 940) [2011-2013]?

This guide shows the confirmed VIN (chassis number) locations on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Type 940, produced between 2011–2013, including the easiest “quick check” spots and the most authoritative stamped location.

Chassis Number Locations

Front Footwell Floor (Chassis Stamping)

• Where to look: In the front footwell, directly in front of the seat rails, find a rectangular plastic flap/cover integrated into the carpet. Slide/lift the flap to reveal the VIN stamped into the chassis metal.
• Access: Moderate to high. It’s dark, often dirty (sand/grit), and the stamping can be low-contrast (painted metal with shallow characters). You may need to vacuum/wipe, then scrub lightly to make the stamping readable.
• Note: On the LHD vehicle shown, the stamping is on the right-side front footwell (passenger side for LHD). If you don’t find it there, check the opposite front footwell.
• Tip: Because this area is dark and the characters can blend into the paint, use Flashlight + OCR to scan the VIN directly with your phone instead of trying to read it at an awkward angle.

Engine Bay (Manufacturer Plate on Slam Panel)

• Where to look: Open the hood and locate the silver metal manufacturer plate riveted to the front slam panel/crossmember, slightly to the right of the hood latch (when facing into the engine bay). It lists the VIN (e.g., ZAR940…), weights, and related codes.
• Access: Very low difficulty. It’s high up and easy to reach, but the silver etched surface can glare in bright sun or with flash.
• Note: This is a common “fast check” location, but for identity checks the floor stamping is the most authoritative.
• Tip: If glare washes out the etched text, angle the phone slightly and use the VIN scanner to capture a clean read without mis-typing characters.

Windshield (Visible VIN Plate)

• Where to look: View from outside through the windshield at the bottom-left corner of the dashboard (driver’s side for LHD). The VIN is typically white text on a black background.
• Access: Moderate. The code is easy to find, but reflections/glare from sky/trees can obscure characters.
• Note: Great for a quick match against paperwork—then confirm the same VIN on the floor stamping.
• Tip: Shield the glass with your body or change viewing angle, then capture it instantly with the phone VIN reader to avoid transcription errors caused by reflections.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Where is the VIN number of my Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010–2020) | All Possible VIN Number Locations

▶ Watch Alfa Romeo Giulietta VIN Location Guide

• Clear walkthrough on a real Giulietta showing the hood plate, windshield VIN, and how to lift the carpet flap to access the floor stamping.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Floor VIN hard to read: Dirt and low contrast (paint-on-stamping) are common—vacuum, wipe, then use strong light before scanning.
• Windshield VIN unreadable: Reflections are normal; change angle or shade the glass to remove glare.
• Sticker/plate mismatch warning: If the windshield or engine-bay VIN looks tampered with or doesn’t match the stamped floor VIN, treat it as a red flag and verify the vehicle history before purchase.

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