Hello,

The actual VIN# is stamped into the body under the hood.

Early 122 have the VIN# stamped into the body on the firewall in the area in between the heater valve and heater box.

On later 122, the VIN# is stamped in the sheet metal area directly over the heater box.

In both cases, it might be necessary to get a wire brush to remove debris and possibly paint if the underhood has been repainted to be able to see the VIN#.

The ID plates screwed in place under the hood do not always have the correct numbers.
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Eric
Hi Performance Automotive Service (formerly OVO or Old Volvos Only)
Torrance, CA 90501