Re: VIN me, stamp me

This is FACT. I just did it with my 64 max wedge. There is a unique number stamped in the radiator support and on the rear window package tray. That number can be traced to an original VIN number. I contacted Darrel Davis. He is the expert Max Wedge guru. He was an executive at chrysler for 30+ years and still has access to the chrysler archives. For a small fee and at his convenience he will get you the VIN. Now he will require proof you own the car and have it in your possession. pictures, bill of sale etc.. but he can get you VIN from the stamped numbers. I literally just did this 5 months ago. Also, once you have his letter you can go to chrysler historical and for $45 they will supply you with a copy of the original production card.

Good Luck!!

On Monday, March 17, 2014 4:47:09 PM UTC-5, 62to65mopar wrote:

Hi all,

I know this mail list had discussed this in the past. I can't find it in the archive, maybe someone has it saved and can share. Or knows.

Generally, a fellow with a 1965 Dodge is attempting to find out if the VIN for his car is stamped anywhere on the car. The painter lost the original VIN tag. In 1980 the Colorado State police told him that "the original serial number (VIN) could be reconstructed from the 2 stamped S.O. numbers on the upper radiator brace and the rear window shelf area. The numbers are both the same and match the S.O. number on the fender tag. He wants to get the original VIN for his Dodge.

I looked around the Web and Mr. Google returned the typical chorus of conflicting statements:
* VINs weren't stamped into the body until the late 1960s (1969, 1968). (Various sites)
* Not until 1971 claims http://www.hemmings.com/mus/stories/2006/08/01/hmn_feature21.html

Any thoughts?

Thanks,
Gary H.