VIN Issue - Hidden and Title Mismatch

[talwell]

Once again another car has a title and vin that does not match the hidden vins. Being a project car when I purchased it the vin tag and trim tag were off the car due to excessive rust repair around the tags. The person I bought the car from had to get a duplicate title for the car so I did not get it when the car was delivered to me. I blame myself 100% for not verifying all the vins and title prior to purchase.

What are the options available today short of sending the car back to the seller? I have done significant work to the car since I got it and really want to complete it.

I am trying to locate someone to run the hidden vin to check the status of it and see if it is reported stolen or if there is another car registered with this vin.

I would really like to try and resolve this issue the correct way if it is at all possible. What are my options?

[resto4u]

Contact law enforcement to run the hidden vin#. If they ask about the vin tag and title, tell them the vin tag was gone and it was sold on a bill of sale. If the hidden vin# comes back clear, get a state issued vin# and title. If you tell them what exactly happened, thing might go sideways. They might take the car or pay the seller a visit. I am not sure they would get your money back. This would be a civil case. You may want to go see a lawyer and lay all your cards on the table, even if it does cost you a small fee. I would hate to see someone get burned for someone elses illegal activities.