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Rancher66 03-22-2014 07:26 AM

1934 Title
 

How can I obtain a title for a 1934 Ford frame that I bought? If I can buy a title I have a body that is pretty good that is a 1934 body that would fit on the frame.

uncle buck 03-22-2014 07:37 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

Check with your state licensing office

Rancher66 03-22-2014 07:46 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

I thought there are people willing to sell old titles on cars that were crushed.

1956 F100 03-22-2014 08:28 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

That is illegal.

Old Ford Addict 03-22-2014 09:00 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

I check the vin first (must be not in use)
Then its simply a matter of getting vin # verified by DMV or a LIO and filling out the paper work for a new title.
That’s how it works in CA

And always remember
Ford used an I for a one so don’t right down I instead of 1

rotorwrench 03-22-2014 09:06 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

This can be a catch 22 in some states. Issuing a title for a motor vehicles is defined pretty specifically. For just a frame, it might not be easy. Every state is different. To use an old title means the original numbers would have to change and that is the part that is illegal in most jurisdictions. It is considered a fraudulent action.

Old Ford Addict 03-22-2014 09:22 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

Yes agreed some states make it very difficult.
So in that case I would simply ask a friend in a friendly state to put it in their name in their state and give - sell it to you.
Then walk into your DMV and put it in your name.

The biggest problem people have is asking DMV how its done. The drones at the counter will in most cases not know what to do and make it a living hell for you.
You want to find out independently first from outside DMV how it work and then go to them with paper in hand filled out.
VIN numbers can be verified by a peace officer and the paper signed before you go to DMV.
There’s no need to drag the frame or car to the DMV (in Ca)

TJ 03-22-2014 09:25 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

Old Ford Addict has it correct if the VIN number is not being used. If in California, the VIN would come back "no record on file" which means it's a good number to use. You can then file for a "lost title". Filing for a "new" title could lead you into the trap of a "reconstructed vehicle" which can cause a lot of extra paper work, inspections, etc.

Mart 03-22-2014 09:38 AM

Re: 1934 Title
 

This site specifically rules out buying and selling titles. It says so at the top of the swap meet pages.

Obviously asking how to go about correctly titling your vehicle is a legitimate line of enquiry.

Mart.

Capn John 03-22-2014 01:11 PM

Re: 1934 Title
 

Go to SEARCH at the top of the page and check for info on OLD TITLES

uncle buck 03-22-2014 02:29 PM

Re: 1934 Title
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rancher66 (Post 845367)
I thought there are people willing to sell old titles on cars that were crushed.

If that's what you are thinking you need to go elsewhere. As others have pointed out , that is illegal


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