Author Topic: the vin # on the top of fender size  (Read 1687 times)

Offline hughnews1

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the vin # on the top of fender size
« on: May 06, 2012, 07:04:27 PM »
I have a 67 coupe with no vin on both fender only on the drive door .. what is the SIZe of the letters/numbers  maybe you could go outside or barn and mesure?  help  Hugh in Hudson
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Re: the vin # on the top of fender size
« Reply #1 on: May 07, 2012, 07:37:02 AM »
Not just the SIZE to be concerned about.  The font must be right or it will look "boogered-up."
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Re: the vin # on the top of fender size
« Reply #2 on: May 08, 2012, 07:14:34 PM »
Depending on when and where your car was assembled the font and other details can be different from the one posted above. At least one of the details in the VIN posted above is different from the original ones but that's secret stuff ;)

Restamping these is a very questionable discussion that has taken place time and again on many sites :0
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Re: the vin # on the top of fender size
« Reply #3 on: May 08, 2012, 08:24:41 PM »
Yes Jeff,

I am very aware of the arguments and banter about stamping legality.   It IS a very touchy subject that requires a strong touch of common sense.

I have considered offering professional-looking apron pieces to customers with accurate VIN stamping, for LEGITIMATE repairs or restorations.  It would not be cheap but I'm betting I could produce stamping that even you would have a tough time detecting.

I am an ex GA State Trooper and have ABSOLUTELY NO INTEREST in offering something to benefit counterfeiters or thieves.  I would only sell to individuals who could PROVE CERTAIN that a repair is legit, and is an actual VIN for the car they are working on.

The bottom line is...if no fraud is being committed, then re-stamping is in accordance with Federal and State Laws.
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Nightmist, Std Blu Int
6T08C223904    76A       K         22       15c     21      6        6
                      BODY  COLOR   TRIM    DATE   DSO   AXLE  XMSN
   C/O  785                                   (rotation #)
   16    C14   6T08C223904        (weld bay 16, bucked MAR 14)

Offline hughnews1

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Re: the vin # on the top of fender size
« Reply #4 on: May 10, 2012, 08:41:38 PM »
i found the vin on the pass side  but have no title
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