Repro Vin Tags.

[Aussie Hawk]

The Vin Tag below was done for one of our customers. If you're are interested they are AUD$66.00 + postage. (to the USA approx AUD$5.00) This pic makes the stainless look dull.

[studegary]

They should be able to do them with an I for a 1 so that they are correct/authentic.

[studelark]

Just asking- Would these be legal to use in the 50 States to register a vehicle for a title and to secure license plates?

Frank Drumheller
Locust Grove, VA
60S-W6
M16-52 '48 Boyer-bodied fire truck

[SN-60]

They should be able to do them with an I for a 1 so that they are correct/authentic.

They probably use the '1' on purpose Gary, so as to differentiate them from Studebaker factory VIN tags.

[StudeRich]

I think it is a good thing that they are made "out of Country", that way no Criminal charges or lawsuits are likely!

It should never be noticed here, just don't tell! But if the truth be known I am pretty sure it is ILLEGAL.

With the frame # and the Production Order, it could be proved to be legit, but who would buy that? Altered or modified is just that.

[Jerry Forrester]

I think it is a good thing that they are made "out of Country", that way no Criminal charges or lawsuits are likely!

It should never be noticed here, just don't tell! But if the truth be known I am pretty sure it is ILLEGAL.

With the frame # and the Production Order, it could be proved to be legit, but who would buy that? Altered or modified is just that.

Yes, I too, think it would be illegal. But, if the 1 was changed to an I and it matched the number on the crossmember and the PO, I would not be afraid to use one. I would NEVER tell ANYONE it was a replacement plate though. Does that make me a bad guy?

[StudeRich]

Yes, I too, think it would be illegal. But, if the 1 was changed to an I and it matched the number on the crossmember and the PO, I would not be afraid to use one. I would NEVER tell ANYONE it was a replacement plate though. Does that make me a bad guy?

NOPE, it does not make you a bad guy, but you and I would be in the same Jail Cell though!

[stude dude]

They should be able to do them with an I for a 1 so that they are correct/authentic.

That was my fault Gary. The engraver was working from my poor handwriting!

The 'I' can certainly be done as per original plates.

Chris.

[rodnutrandy]

I got a original Id plate and title for my Studebaker . Only had a bill of sale to begin with . Didn't want a builder's title. Here is where it gets interesting. Went to DMV and was told the serial number was no good. Said a motor home in Ohio had that serial number and no 2 vehicles can have same serial number . We added a M5 to my serial number . I had to make a new Id plate to show the info. Than everyone was happy .

[Swifster]

These would not be illegal...IF

These are going on the same car that matches that number. If I bought one for my Daytona and used the serial number that is matched to the car, the Feds don't care. There are legitimate business that do produce real VIN tags for that purpose. And these businesses require documentation.

These would be illegal...IF

These went on a car to make it something it's not. To deceive someone into buying car (misrepresentation). Making a car something it's not.

[alaipairod]

I have a source that made me the upper portion logo in a decal.
It applied to my original vin tag after polishing....Looks great......

[bezhawk]

I have made them before. Had one destroyed by the sand blasters, and made an exact copy and replaced it. I do not see anything wrong with replacing a damaged number plate with a new one with the same numbers. It's called restoration.

[CJMiller]

I have a source that made me the upper portion logo in a decal.
It applied to my original vin tag after polishing....Looks great......

You should have him make a couple dozen. I would definitely get one from you.

[SN-60]

This is an extremely bad idea. As well meaning as some 'restorers' are, duplicated vehicle identification plates can only lead to legal problems down the line. On a Studebaker, if the original spot welded stainless steel serial number plate is missing from that cars "A" pillar.....beware of imitations!

[Swifster]

This is an extremely bad idea. As well meaning as some 'restorers' are, duplicated vehicle identification plates can only lead to legal problems down the line. On a Studebaker, if the original spot welded stainless steel serial number plate is missing from that cars "A" pillar.....beware of imitations!

Misrepresentations are illegal and cause problems. Again, there are companies that make these for GM, Ford and Chrysler products. Nothing wrong if the numbers match...

Lets face facts...The only two cars worth the big bucks are genuine R3 cars (all known and documented) and really nice Golden Hawks. How much motivation is there to 'clone' an V8 Lark? Part of the charm with these cars is they are not worth Corvette or Shelby dollars.