Pre '58 busses

[JohnB]

Can anyone help me with this query please? I am looking at a 1957 bus with semaphores. I am being told that the bus only has one chassis plate (in the engine bay). I know the later busses I have been looking at have 2 plates (engine bay and behind the seats). Is there any semblance of truth in this or is it a case of get back out there looking?

Thanks

John

[type21f]

https://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/id.php

[vwJim]

Yes, that's correct.

[BlastingDiePast]

You should have a chassis number stamped on the bulkhead as well.

[type21f]

Quote from thesamba.com Technical pages - link above...
"Before October, 1958, there was no M-code plate but a body number was stamped behind the front seat.  Although the body numbers are sequential, it is basically useless."

[BlastingDiePast]

Quote from thesamba.com Technical pages - link above...
"Before October, 1958, there was no M-code plate but a body number was stamped behind the front seat.  Although the body numbers are sequential, it is basically useless."

Yes but a true pre 58 bus should still have it nonetheless!

[type21f]

I have never looked...
Something else to check out...