In a message dated 98-02-11 02:53:43 EST, dingram@tnet.net writes:
<< - is there any way to verify the vehicle number?
- would it be reasonable to buy a blank plate and have it stamped
with the number on the registration? On faith alone I believe it
to be correct.
- would the gearbox and rear axle numbers help somehow?
- how can I be certain that this engine is a 948? Obviously someone
could have swapped out the original engine over the years.
- should I be concerned about this identification problem, or just
shut up and enjoy the car?
Your thoughts would be appreciated.
>>
Doug, probably best to use the number on the registration, have plates made
and be done with it. BUT, curiosity would kll me so I'd use whatever numbers
you have, ie: axle, gear box, and get a Heritage certificate. That would at
least tell you what engine and chassis number originally went with those
parts. Forget about the number thats stamped near the scuttle by the flashing
relay in engine compartment. This number is not relavent to the exact car
number and Heritage certificate doesn't have records based on that stamping.
Good luck.
george marinos
NJ
AN6MKII
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