New TR6 Owner

[Dave Massey <105671.471@compuserve.com>]

Message text written by INTERNET:jollycj@pacbell.net
>-          The commission plate has been removed, this was done by the
California DMV according the previous owner and the body tags are gone
as well.  I have the engine number, Gearbox number, and rear axle
number.  Is there anyway for me to find out the original VIN for the
car.
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Just one question from one who does not live in California:

Why would the DMV remove the commision plates?  (for reasons other than the
car has been scrapped, I mean?)

Dave