VIN Plate

[Jeff W.]

All,

New to NCRS and this forum. I am starting a NCRS resto on my 69 vette. The car was found in a barn in south texas. It's a one owner car that has been sitting since the early 80s and not in the best conditions. The VIN plate on the car is completely rusted to the point half of it is missing. I am told vette sometimes have issues like this but I am no expert.

My question is does anyone know who can help me get a replacement VIN plate and what is needed from a documentation perspective. I have all the paperwork assuming forms, etc. are required.

Thanks much!

[Harry S.]

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Jeff, NCRS accepts an original VIN plate or a state issued VIN plate. I guess state could be metal or paper depending on the state. It's your to-do. Go to the state DMV with a picture of the original VIN, They may ask for you to remove it and bring it in. Plus all the paperwork you have. They may send the state police to see the car to verify the VIN. They will also check to see if the car was stolen.

Good luck

[Tracy C.]

Re: VIN Plate

Jeff, Welcome to the NCRS..

As Harry mentioned, the NCRS will not judge a car with a repop VIN plate. In fact it will be branded as counterfeit and recorded in the database. If your intent is to get the car judged, leave the VIN plate like it is or get a state issued replacement.

tc

[Leif A.]

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As an aside, if the VIN plate is that rusted, I'd be mightily concerned about the condition of the birdcage...just a thought.

[Joe L.]

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As an aside, if the VIN plate is that rusted, I'd be mightily concerned about the condition of the birdcage...just a thought.

Leif and Jeff------


My thoughts exactly. There needs to be a thorough inspection of the car including the birdcage and frame before a decision is made to begin doing expensive things.

[Chuck B.]

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Jeff
Please contact me at 703-629-0206 to discuss your vin tag issues.
Chuck Berge
1968/69, 1970-72
NCRS Nat Team Leader

[Jeff W.]

Re: VIN Plate

Jeff
Please contact me at 703-629-0206 to discuss your vin tag issues.
Chuck Berge
1968/69, 1970-72
NCRS Nat Team Leader

Chuck, thank you for the quick reply. I will give you a ring around 130 PM central. thanks again.

[Jeff W.]

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Thanks to everyone. Appreciate the advice and recommendations. Actually there was only slight damage to the birdcage which has already been repaired. Thanks again.

[Tom J.]

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Hi Jeff feel free to reach out to me to discuss your issue I'll be glad to assist you 513-377-8182

[Dick W.]

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do not under any circumstances buy a repro vin tag.

[Harry S.]

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do not under any circumstances buy a repro vin tag.

Unless it hangs on your Christmas Tree!!!

[Jeff W.]

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Unless it hangs on your Christmas Tree!!!

Funny! Totally agreed.

i appreciate everyone's feedback. I think I have a plan. thanks again to all.

[Jeff W.]

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Chuck,

Thanks again for your guidance a few weeks ago on my 69 VIN plate. Again, I am not a big vette guy (I am too tall :-) ) but started to wonder about NCRS certification. My question is can a car that has no documentation receive NCRS certification? It's an all original car so I have a good starting point but have nothing to prove options, etc. Any suggestions?

[Terry M.]

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Chuck,

Thanks again for your guidance a few weeks ago on my 69 VIN plate. Again, I am not a big vette guy (I am too tall :-) ) but started to wonder about NCRS certification. My question is can a car that has no documentation receive NCRS certification? It's an all original car so I have a good starting point but have nothing to prove options, etc. Any suggestions?

Jeff

NCRS judging doesn't certify a Corvette. We judge it as presented. In some cases we can detect owner inspired options, in other cases not so much. No paperwork, other than proof of ownership and insurance, is required for us to judge a Corvette.

[Jeff W.]

Re: VIN Plate

Jeff

NCRS judging doesn't certify a Corvette. We judge it as presented. In some cases we can detect owner inspired options, in other cases not so much. No paperwork, other than proof of ownership and insurance, is required for us to judge a Corvette.

Thanks for the clarification Terry. Love how you guys are always so helpful and quick to respond. Happy New Year.