Looking for feedback on buying 1976 912E, missing one VIN tag

[heliskimaster]

Hello, I’m new to the community so hopeful to receive some feedback on a 1976 912E I’m considering purchasing from a friend. It is my first Porsche and vintage car.

From what I know, the car has had two prior owners. Engine was replaced as now has Weber carbs after the EFI went bad and couldn’t be replaced. Brake system and transmission have been rebuilt about 3 years ago after my friend purchased the car from its original owner. Car has lived in Colorado and body corrosion/rust is minimal, on par for its age. Mechanical survey completed on the car this week indicated all major systems are in very good shape as is the body. The sunroof works well. Have driven the car twice and it runs great, very enjoyable to drive. Car is black exterior with black interior. Seller and I haven’t finalized price, but we seem to be agreed in the $20K neighborhood. 184K on the odometer.

Only issue of note with the survey was the VIN tag in the trunk is missing.

Questions:
- What are the other locations of VIN numbers?
- Is it possible to have the stamped trunk mounted VIN plate recreated and if so, what documentation is required to be provided?
- Does the missing VIN plate have any significant impact on current value or resale potential

Thanks in advance for your help!

[Tony V]

I believe the vin plate is on the drivers side windshield pillar. There is also the sticker on the inside of the drivers side threshold. This one gives you the month and year of manufacture. I don't believe there's a vin tag on the front, by the hood latch, on E's. There should be the vin number stamped in the front trunk. Passenger side I think, below the fuel tank. (Been a few years since I sold my E)
Make sure you don't have to have all the original emissions equipment, intact, in order to register and smog the car. In Ca. carbs on an E is a no no.
Tony