Window sticker by VIN

Window Sticker Lookup

With ClearVin, obtain the original Window Sticker by VIN for precise car specifications. Our service includes exact trim level, all factory-installed options, safety ratings, and original pricing.

Window Sticker Lookup

What Is a Window Sticker?

A Window Sticker, also known as Monroney Label or Monroney Sticker, is a label required in the U.S. to be displayed on all new cars and includes official information about the car:

  • Engine and transmission characteristics

  • Manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)

  • Exterior and interior overview

  • Fuel economy ratings

  • Standard equipment

  • Safety features and warranties

  • Optional equipment along with pricing

  • NHTSA 5-star safety rating

Discover Your Vehicle’s Original Features

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  • Extensive coverage

    Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Ford, Jeep, Toyota and much more. We offer the most extensive coverage of year, make, and model. Search window sticker by VIN or tag number.

  • Easy-to-use service

    Get your sticker in printable format just in 2 clicks. Enter your VIN and email address and you’ll get an instant result.

  • Best Price

    The great service is backed up with affordable pricing and convenient payment methods.

We Cover the Following Brands in the United States

Car BrandsYear
Honda, Porsche1990+
Acura (excluding NSX)1992+
Toyota1995+
Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, HUMMER, Oldsmobile, Saab, Saturn1997+
Mitsubishi1999+
Lexus2000+
INFINITI, Nissan2001+
BMW, MINI, Scion2002+
Subaru2003+
Chrysler, Dodge, FIAT, Jeep, Mazda, Pontiac, Ram2004+
Bentley2005+
Smart2006+
Kia2007+
Ford, Lincoln, Mercury2008+
Hyundai2009+
Land Rover2010+
Volvo2012+
Jaguar2012+
Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Alfa Romeo, Genesis2014+
Volkswagen2015+
Maserati2017+
The Monroney label or car window sticker was introduced in 1958 to address consumer demands for transparency in the car purchasing process. Sponsored by Senator Mike Monroney, the Automobile Information Disclosure Act mandated that all new vehicles display a sticker with important information.

Initially, the sticker was a simple one-page document affixed to the car window, providing basic details like car price, installed options, and VIN specs. Over time, it evolved to meet the demand for more detailed and standardized vehicle information. Today, the Monroney label incorporates various security features to protect against counterfeiting and is available in digital format. QR codes have also been added to window stickers, enabling buyers to access additional information using their smartphones, such as detailed vehicle specifications, safety ratings, and car warranty details.

Monroney stickers are produced only for automobiles, and may not be available for some particular models or model year. Basic VIN details for other vehicle types are available with VIN decoder. The window sticker by VIN highlights the make, model, and year of the vehicle, helping you identify the specific car you're interested in. Did you know 70% of vehicles listed for online sale have missing descriptions or incorrect factory options? Most listing websites use VIN decoder to provide car vehicle description that works fine in most cases. However, sometimes a single character in a VIN structure can stand for several car trim levels or other spec designations, so the VIN pattern itself may not identify some vehicle details consistently, while window sticker lookup delivers more precise information about a particular car. Also, there could be a difference between model year and manufacture year, window sticker reports manufacture year.

Moreover, today's Monroney sticker offers a detailed breakdown of included features, including safety, entertainment systems, performance enhancements, and luxurious upgrades. It also provides fuel efficiency estimates for city and highway driving, helping you assess the vehicle's mileage. Environmentally conscious drivers will appreciate the information about the vehicle's compliance with emission standards, enabling choices aligned with ecological goals. Additionally, the Monroney sticker helps verify original exterior and interior colors, which is important for damage/repair detection and personal preferences. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the vehicle listed on the sticker may give you a starting point for negotiations when working with a dealer.

By providing you with all these details in a standardized format, Monroney window sticker lookup has become an essential tool for both car buyers and sellers, empowering individuals with accurate and detailed information. From its inception as a transparent disclosure document to its modern-day evolution with added technological features, the Monroney label plays a crucial role in the car-buying experience. It stands as a testament to the commitment of lawmakers and industry leaders to protect consumers and ensure they are well-informed when making automotive purchasing decisions. Lookup window sticker by VIN with ClearVin to retreive original Monroney window stickers.

FAQ

Why Do You Need a Window Sticker?

A window sticker (Monroney sticker) provides detailed information about a vehicle as it was originally built, including the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), factory-installed options, standard features, fuel economy, and safety ratings. It’s useful for verifying a car’s original specifications, understanding its true value, and can help both buyers and sellers make more informed decisions. It also adds credibility in resale and may be required by dealers, lenders, or insurance companies. Additionally, it helps verify if a car has been modified or misrepresented — especially important in private sales or when buying used cars online.
Even though the structure may vary, the basic requirements for the provided information are governed by law and remain the same. Therefore, you will easily find vehicle interior and tech characteristics, warranty, standard and optional equipment, fuel economy, and safety ratings on every sticker. While these requirements are constantly modernized, more recent stickers may include more helpful information and contain a comprehensive description of safety features. You can find more information in our blog article.
ClearVin partners with Monroney Label to provide original stickers.
The paint code is usually located on a sticker or VIN plate somewhere on the car. You can check window sticker or VIN plate to ensure the car hasn’t been repainted after damage or tampered with in any way. If you’re looking for vehicle photos from past sales with such VIN plate, you can order a full vehicle report. Click to review the report sample.
Some manufacturers provide build sheets on their websites, so you can access them for free. However, if you need a window sticker for an older model or a manufacturer that doesn't offer this option, you’re welcome to order one at ClearVin.com.
A window sticker is the original factory label affixed to a new car’s window at sale that reflects official vehicle details and pricing. A VIN decoder, on the other Hhand, is a tool that automatically translates a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into basic vehicle information decoded by the manufacturer. The accuracy of information from a VIN decoder, especially pricing or trim level, can vary.
FeatureWindow StickerVIN Decoder
Pricing Info (MSRP) Yes No
Factory Options List Full list Limited
Fuel/Safety Ratings Included Not included
Fuel/Safety Ratings Included Not included
Serial number Included Included
SourceManufacturer (official label)VIN-based database lookup
Not all manufacturers provide build sheets. So, if ClearVin has no window sticker available for your VIN or Lot #, we will cancel the operation, refund your payment, and show an error message. We provide only original manufacturer data and do not use automatic VIN decoding to populate the sticker ourselves.