New York State licence plates for 1937

[Deleted User]
[Deleted User]
edited September 2012 in HUDSON
Quick question, quick answer. How many plates were issued for vehicles registered in NYS for the year 1937? Need to know if I am looking for a single or a pair of old plates for the Terraplane. Thx.

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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thanks. Now I know I need to look for a pair and will not waste my money on a single. Hershey was on the radar (to look for the T) but now that I have her, I can schedule that for next year. I am (among other things) an antiques dealer so digging around at sales, shows and flea markets is a pleasure! Any thoughts as to price on a set in reasonable condition?
  • Jon B
    Jon B Administrator
    Check these out. http://www.ebay.com/sch/sis.html?_nkw=1937 NEW YORK LICENSE PLATE 3M 96 92 ORIGINAL USED&_itemId=260732663579

    Of course, you'll need to find a matched pair, but it may be cheaper to buy a pair of dented ones and then pay someone to restore them, than to buy a restored set. (There are people who do that, check Google)
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Thx. Three hours from home ...
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Great. They will be going on my Christmas list - I have been a very good girl ;))

    My new baby is in the driveway! I will post a few pics.
  • 35 Terraplane
    35 Terraplane Senior Contributor
    I found a pair for my 35 Terraplane at a car show in Moravia, NY. Guy had milk crates full of them. In NY you must register the car with the plates in the original condition, so look for a pair in good shape. I did it on the NYS DMV web site. You have to email them pictures of both plates. After I registered the car I sent them to a guy in PA who did a super job. He said he used the original non reflective paints that were used back in the day. I've attached the picture I sent to the DMV.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Those look great - not so perfect that they don't look period to the vehicle. Good info that I will use once I find a decent pair.
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