Alfa Romeo VIN Decoder
Alfa Romeo VIN Decoder
Last updated July 2026 · Reviewed by the VinWhere Vehicle Data Team · Source: NHTSA vPIC
A Alfa Romeo VIN decoder reads a 17-character Alfa Romeo Vehicle Identification Number to identify factory data such as model year, make, model, body style, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available. The first three characters are the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) — for example, ZAR identifies alfa romeo built in italy.
What a Alfa Romeo VIN can tell you
An Alfa Romeo VIN can reveal the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, body style, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available.
Alfa Romeo VIN prefixes (WMI)
The first three characters of a Alfa Romeo VIN identify the manufacturer, country, and vehicle type. Common Alfa Romeo prefixes include:
| WMI prefix | Identifies |
|---|---|
| ZAR | Alfa Romeo built in Italy |
Reading a Alfa Romeo VIN
Country of build
An Alfa Romeo VIN starting with Z was built in Italy.
Stellantis brand
Alfa Romeo is part of Stellantis but uses its own WMI (ZAR).
Position 10: model year
The 10th character encodes the Alfa Romeo model year code.
Sample Alfa Romeo VIN decode
An example decode for a Alfa Romeo VIN, showing the factory fields VinWhere returns:
- Year
- 2018
- Make
- ALFA ROMEO
- Model
- —
- Body
- Passenger Car
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drive
- —
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Built in
- Piedimonte San Germano, ITALY
Example VIN for illustration. Decode your own Alfa Romeo VIN above for exact results.
How to read a Alfa Romeo VIN
Every 17-character Alfa Romeo VIN follows the same position structure. The 10th character is the model year (see the VIN year chart) and the 11th is the assembly plant.
| Position(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country or region of manufacture (WMI) |
| 2 | Manufacturer (WMI) |
| 3 | Vehicle type or manufacturing division (WMI) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle attributes: model, body, engine, restraints (VDS) |
| 9 | Check digit (validates the VIN) |
| 10 | Model year |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Production sequence / serial number |
Common Alfa Romeo models
VinWhere decodes VINs across the Alfa Romeo lineup, including:
Alfa Romeo build sheet by VIN
Can I get a Alfa Romeo build sheet by VIN?
Yes. A Alfa Romeo build sheet is the factory record of how a specific vehicle was originally built — its installed options, packages, and paint and trim codes. VinWhere reconstructs this from the VIN: it decodes the factory specification, then checks the original Alfa Romeo window sticker (Monroney label), which lists the as-built options and original MSRP.
Start with the Alfa Romeo window sticker lookup to see the original as-built options and MSRP for your VIN.
Where to find your Alfa Romeo VIN
- Driver-side dashboard, through the windshield
- Driver door jamb sticker
- Vehicle registration and title
- Insurance card and policy
Data sources and limitations
Alfa Romeo VIN decoding is based on manufacturer-reported vehicle data from the official NHTSA vPIC database, plus brand-specific window sticker providers where available. Some fields — trim, options, or window sticker — may be unavailable depending on the model year, vehicle type, and source. A VIN decode shows factory specifications only, never owner names, addresses, or private DMV records.
Alfa Romeo VIN decoder FAQ
How do I decode an Alfa Romeo VIN for free?+
Enter your 17-character Alfa Romeo VIN into VinWhere's free decoder to see the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, and assembly plant when available.
What does an Alfa Romeo VIN starting with ZAR mean?+
An Alfa Romeo VIN starting with ZAR identifies an Alfa Romeo built in Italy.
Where is the VIN on an Alfa Romeo?+
Check the driver-side dashboard through the windshield, the driver door jamb, and the vehicle's documents.