VIN numbers, Where to find VIN stamps Options

[Stark 01]

Hello! I have a 914 that has been a race car since early 90’s. I have never seen a VIN stamp anywhere on this car. I’m joining PCA and it won’t let me continue the registration process without a valid VIN.

Car has no original interior, glass, engine. Some of the body looks like it’s been repaired.

Any hidden areas I can check?

[bkrantz]

The inner right front fender number can be obscured by layers of paint.

You were 100% correct.
How would one carefully scrape/dissolve away some of that paint?

You can try what I did after getting my freshly painted body back from the shop (and they forgot to mask the VIN area).

1. Cut a template with a rectangular opening from thin steel flashing.
2. Tape the template over the fender VIN.
3. Use a wire brush, brass or steel, in a power drill to remove most of the paint.
4. Finish with some paint remover or solvent if necessary.
5. Repaint with a clear coat to prevent rust.