Where is the VIN number in Ferrari 488 Pista (2020-2020)?

This guide covers VIN/chassis number locations used on the Ferrari 488 platform (including 488 Pista) for the 2020 model year.

Chassis Number Locations

Passenger Footwell (Stamped Chassis VIN under carpet flap)

• Where to look: In the front footwell floor, locate a pre-cut rectangular flap in the carpet (slightly forward of the seat rails, near the centerline). Lift the flap to reveal the VIN stamped into the metal chassis cross-member.
• Access: You must pull the carpet flap up and aim light directly at the stamp. It’s usually clean (interior), but the stamped characters can be low-contrast depending on paint and lighting.
• Note: The reference footage is RHD, where this stamp appears on the left side of the car (passenger side for RHD). For LHD (EU/US), it’s commonly on the passenger side footwell, but check the driver side footwell if you don’t find the flap.
• Tip: Use ScanVin.app Flashlight + OCR so you can scan the stamp cleanly in the dark footwell without misreading characters.

Dashboard / Windshield (Visible VIN plate)

• Where to look: Look through the lower corner of the windshield at the VIN plate on the dash (driver-side lower corner is common).
• Access: Easy to spot, but on a Ferrari the steep windshield angle can cause heavy glare/reflections, especially outdoors.
• Note: VIN plate viewing position is the same idea on LHD/RHD, but the “driver-side” corner changes with steering position—use the lower corner nearest the steering wheel as your first check.
• Tip: If glare is bad, use ScanVin.app to capture it instantly (try different angles) instead of manually copying a reflection-distorted VIN.

Engine Bay (Manufacturer plate/label)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, check for a metal plate riveted to a chassis rail or a manufacturer label on nearby trim panels (placement can vary by sub-model/market).
• Access: Harder access—tight clearances, heat, and grime can make it annoying to photograph and read.
• Note: Some owners report “hidden/covered” IDs behind panels—on Pista models with more carbon trim, engine-bay access can be less friendly, so the footwell stamp is usually the primary verification.
• Tip: If it’s dusty or low-contrast, use ScanVin.app High Contrast AI Mode so you don’t have to write it down in a cramped position.

Instrument Cluster / Electronic VIN (not a physical stamp)

• Where to look: VIN may be stored electronically (ECU) and sometimes visible in service/vehicle info menus; otherwise it’s retrievable via diagnostic tools through OBD.
• Access: Requires vehicle power and menu navigation (or scan tool). Not ideal for a quick physical verification.
• Note: For ownership checks, insurers and inspectors typically want the physical stamped chassis VIN to match the paperwork.
• Tip: If you’re comparing documents to the car, scan the physical stamp first—digital VIN sources can’t replace the legally binding chassis stamping.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Ferrari 488 GTB Chassis Number Location (VIN) - YouTube

▶ Watch Ferrari 488 Pista VIN Location Guide

• Clear demonstration of lifting the passenger footwell carpet flap to expose the stamped chassis VIN.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• “I can’t see anything in the footwell.” That’s normal—aim a flashlight directly across the stamped surface and scan it. Low-angle light makes the stamp shadows pop.
• “The windshield VIN is unreadable.” Glare/reflections are common; change your viewing angle, shade the glass with your hand, or scan it with your phone to avoid transcription errors.
• Sticker vs. stamped VIN warning: Any sticker/label (including manufacturer plates) can be replaced—when verifying identity, the stamped chassis VIN is the one that matters most.

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