83 911SC - VIN Help please!
08-22-2004, 02:24 AM
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83 911SC - VIN Help please!
Well, I'm looking into my second 911, this one is 9 years newer however, but before I committ to it, I had a couple questions I was hoping someone could help with.
The small ID plate that resides under the carpet in the front compartment just behind the gas tank is smoothe. Theres no numbers, and I was wondering if Porsche did away with those after a certain point, or if this thing is shady. Also, there doesn't seem to be a VIN plate inside the windshield, as far as I can see. I forgot to check for the ID plate under the front deck lid on the passenger side
but I can go back and look in the near future.
All-in-all, the car isn't bad, there's some smoke from the exhaust which seems to be worn rings, cause it goes away after a few seconds. 215k miles, but that may not matter to much if I follow through with my plans. Anyway, thanks for any guidance in advance
Randall
The small ID plate that resides under the carpet in the front compartment just behind the gas tank is smoothe. Theres no numbers, and I was wondering if Porsche did away with those after a certain point, or if this thing is shady. Also, there doesn't seem to be a VIN plate inside the windshield, as far as I can see. I forgot to check for the ID plate under the front deck lid on the passenger side
but I can go back and look in the near future.All-in-all, the car isn't bad, there's some smoke from the exhaust which seems to be worn rings, cause it goes away after a few seconds. 215k miles, but that may not matter to much if I follow through with my plans. Anyway, thanks for any guidance in advance
Randall
08-22-2004, 05:59 PM
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Randall,
The Vin #'s on the body behind the gas tank and on the A pillar are not meant to be removed, they are stamped in the metal (behind the tank) and riveted to the A pillar or dash board. The Vin Sticker on the inside of the front fender is a sticker, and NOT legal for identification purposes. if the Vin #'s are missing, more than likely it is either a theft recovery (or still stolen) or an Insurance total loss, in which case there would (should)be a substitute Vin# issued for the vehicle.
a little smoke on startup is totally normal for an SC, more than likely nothing to worry about. I would be far more concerned with an untraceable past. Having said all that, do yourself a favor, and make sure that you are certain that the car is not a rebuilt/total loss or still "hot" prior to committing. Additionally, make sure that you have a PPI done by a mechanic you trust. That should help to ally your fears about the smoke at startup as well. If you can get the correct VIN #, a Carfax report, though not 100% accurate can sure help to avoid some major problems down the line.
Good luck with your decision ...Whatever you decide. The old addage rings true..."Porsche, there is no substitute"
regards,
-E
The Vin #'s on the body behind the gas tank and on the A pillar are not meant to be removed, they are stamped in the metal (behind the tank) and riveted to the A pillar or dash board. The Vin Sticker on the inside of the front fender is a sticker, and NOT legal for identification purposes. if the Vin #'s are missing, more than likely it is either a theft recovery (or still stolen) or an Insurance total loss, in which case there would (should)be a substitute Vin# issued for the vehicle.
a little smoke on startup is totally normal for an SC, more than likely nothing to worry about. I would be far more concerned with an untraceable past. Having said all that, do yourself a favor, and make sure that you are certain that the car is not a rebuilt/total loss or still "hot" prior to committing. Additionally, make sure that you have a PPI done by a mechanic you trust. That should help to ally your fears about the smoke at startup as well. If you can get the correct VIN #, a Carfax report, though not 100% accurate can sure help to avoid some major problems down the line.
Good luck with your decision ...Whatever you decide. The old addage rings true..."Porsche, there is no substitute"
regards,
-E
Last edited by EtheCarGuy; 08-22-2004 at 10:32 PM. Reason: Clarification of Carfax details.
08-23-2004, 05:52 PM
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In the boot over by the smugglers box, the tub should be stamped WP0ZZZetc, there should be a VIN plate on the drivers side dash and a punched sticker on the drivers rear door jamb. There is another WP0ZZZetc stamped up inside the dash near the radio. The engine should be stamped 930/16 (if you are in the USA).
If verifyable numbers are not available - RUN AWAY! (best Monty Python impression)
john
If verifyable numbers are not available - RUN AWAY! (best Monty Python impression)
john
