No Never. Even on factory screw ups where they restamped the VIN the stars were there. And I believe that you would have problems with any state department of motor vehicles or PD. Since all of their books and instruction refer to the fact that they are required. Jeff S On Wed, 16 Mar 2005 19:04:27 -0800, Ourb wrote: > Hello Everyone, > I have a question. Has anyone ever seen a 65 or 66 GT350 where the > Ford VIN does not have the stars at the beginning or end? I have a > car where the VINs all match and verified via SAAC , but none of > the VINs have any stars. The car is original and unrestored. All > body panel are properly dated and have never been altered. > The SFM number on the passenger side fender apron is also there and > appears correct. Thanks, Bob