Posted by: Foxy - 27 January 2012 16:42:06
Just been on the phone to the DVLA and they tell me that if I write a letter in to them stating my cars chassis number they might be able to tell me what the original reg number was. Then I can apply for it back ( as long as its available ). I rang up on the off chance but didn't think it was possible. Anyone ever heard of someone successfully finding out this way? I always thought you needed proof ( like an old pic or document ) then a letter from the historic club. Its a UK 1960 right hand drive sunroof BTW. Thanks.

Posted by: pre67vw - 27 January 2012 16:56:54
[quote=Foxy]Just been on the phone to the DVLA and they tell me that if I write a letter in to them stating my cars chassis number they might be able to tell me what the original reg number was. Then I can apply for it back ( as long as its available ). I rang up on the off chance but didn't think it was possible. Anyone ever heard of someone successfully finding out this way? I always thought you needed proof ( like an old pic or document ) then a letter from the historic club. Its a UK 1960 right hand drive sunroof BTW. Thanks. [/quote] Interesting. I have heard of people using photos, but I guess their own records should be acceptable proof if they have the info. Keep us updated! :thumbup:

Posted by: WayneMcCarthy - 27 January 2012 19:26:18
[quote=Foxy]Just been on the phone to the DVLA and they tell me that if I write a letter in to them stating my cars chassis number they might be able to tell me what the original reg number was. Then I can apply for it back ( as long as its available ). I rang up on the off chance but didn't think it was possible. Anyone ever heard of someone successfully finding out this way? I always thought you needed proof ( like an old pic or document ) then a letter from the historic club. Its a UK 1960 right hand drive sunroof BTW. Thanks. [/quote] Foxy ...... Great To See You On Pre67 , Glad You Have Come Over From The Dark Side ! It's Possible I've Done This Before :thumbup: Is This One Going To Be Stock Resto ?

Posted by: Rich Oakley - 27 January 2012 19:29:07
[quote=Foxy]Just been on the phone to the DVLA and they tell me that if I write a letter in to them stating my cars chassis number they might be able to tell me what the original reg number was. Then I can apply for it back ( as long as its available ). I rang up on the off chance but didn't think it was possible. Anyone ever heard of someone successfully finding out this way? I always thought you needed proof ( like an old pic or document ) then a letter from the historic club. Its a UK 1960 right hand drive sunroof BTW. Thanks. [/quote] I guess by the fact you have joined this forum that it will be totally stock ;) ? I have never heard this before so I will be interested to see how it works out. Do you have any pics of the car? Is it an India Red one, if so, I might know some history ;) email: [email protected]

Posted by: Robb - 27 January 2012 19:48:22
flint grey i think....... [img]https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v32/Foxsy/CIMG3098b.jpg[/img] :d bout time this one got started! [img]https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v449/revans_trebor/18042009197.jpg[/img] [img]https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v449/revans_trebor/18042009195.jpg[/img]

Posted by: Foxy - 27 January 2012 19:48:36
Possibly not totally stock. :smile: But you know one day I'll definately build one. Anyway, I'll keep you informed what happens. I've got a feeling the guy on the phone was just trying to get rid of me. :wink:

Posted by: Robb - 27 January 2012 19:49:52
how could you forget bumble :d

Posted by: Foxy - 27 January 2012 19:52:54
OK Rob's just blown my cover! Its not for the 60 ragtop ( obviously I know what the original number plate is on that ), its for a 57 RHD ragtop I'm importing that was originaly delivered to the UK. Got a feeling its been abroad for a while, possibly 30+ years, and I'm bringing it back! I would love to get the original UK plate back on it.

Posted by: Robb - 27 January 2012 19:57:21
opps sorry dude :oops:

Posted by: WayneMcCarthy - 27 January 2012 20:08:07
Foxy , I'm Friendly With Someone in DVLA ! Send me some info & I'll Sort it For You :-)

Posted by: Foxy - 27 January 2012 20:33:15
[quote=WayneMcCarthy]Foxy , I'm Friendly With Someone in DVLA ! Send me some info & I'll Sort it For You :-)[/quote] Nice one Wayne. I'll send over something now. :smile: