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Old Apr 23, 2003 | 07:03 PM
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i used up my one free VIN on checking that '84 i am getting. but then i had a friend try my '79's number....and it said it was invalid. :confused:
there is no number on the dash, so i dunno what to make of it. it doesn't really matter too much to me, but i just found it interesting.

here's the number is anybody cares: 1Z8789S438019
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Old Apr 23, 2003 | 07:05 PM
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If you are trying carfax then our cars are too old. Newer cars have longer vins.
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Old Apr 23, 2003 | 07:12 PM
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yep, just noticed it was like 5 numbers short. thanks :)

anyone know where i can get my vin checked?
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Old Apr 23, 2003 | 07:20 PM
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In short, you can't. You'll have to attempt to a title search through your state DMV office.
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Old Apr 23, 2003 | 07:26 PM
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there is no number on the dash
The vin plate is on the driver side winshield pillar.
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Old Apr 24, 2003 | 10:39 PM
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Default Re: what's up with my VIN? (radwebster)

You might try calling your local DMV office and ask to speak with a supervisor. Tell him/her that you just wanted to make sure the title was all clear or something like that. We were able to get a simple Yes/No answer from DMV when we bought Greg's project car, which had been sold several times, changed states and owners and not registered for about 20 years. :eek: Of course, if you already own the car, then if there is a problem bringing to the the DMV's attention is a bit more risky. ;) ~Juliet
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