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Jun 13, 2016 | 10:58 PM

IWTFYM

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VIN number window etching

Should I get my windows etched with a vin number ?

Jun 13, 2016 | 10:59 PM

owc6

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To what end?

How does this protect the car or you?

Jun 13, 2016 | 11:01 PM

IWTFYM

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Of my glass gets stolen , I got all my glass stolen in 1979

Jun 13, 2016 | 11:12 PM

joeybsyc

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No.

Jun 13, 2016 | 11:21 PM

owc6

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Of my glass gets stolen , I got all my glass stolen in 1979

I misplaced my glasses in 1979.

I got contacts, problem solved.

Jun 13, 2016 | 11:43 PM

zbrett

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Quote:

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Should I get my windows etched with a vin number ?

Worthless dealer money grab. No.

Jun 13, 2016 | 11:50 PM

Rooster OG

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St. Jude Donor '15

You can do it yourself with a dremel.

Jun 14, 2016 | 01:47 AM

///ADMAN

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I can see my VIN through the front windshield just fine.

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Jun 14, 2016 | 02:52 AM

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All this does is if your car gets stolen and parted out, someone runs the vin number etched on the glass, you'll at least get the glass back. Lol no car, but your have the window you used to roll down.

Jun 14, 2016 | 03:04 AM

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Jun 14, 2016 | 10:11 AM

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Insurance will decrease your premium, but I'd guess it's a trivial decrease.

Jun 14, 2016 | 12:30 PM

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Z06 1of38

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I had my vin etched on every part of the car. It wasn't cheap but I feel better knowing that the dealer can take a longer vacation.

I also had a genetic marker put in the engine oil. The drain plug is so easily accessible and Mobil 1 is expensive and in high demand.