How many of you talking about the OP's vehicle being impounded have ever been stopped and had the officer look at your VIN tag?
I acquired enough tickets to almost loose my license years ago and not even once did any officer ever look at my VIN tag. Is it possible, yes, but is it probable, I think not. I think some of you are paranoid about Johnny Law for no reason. I have found that if you don't give him a reason to screw with you, he usually won't.