Registering in NY

[STEVE-O]

Jim,Don, Ray,
Thanks for the posts as well as the informative links!
I have read over the info in my packet from the DMV and it looks like the first step is to take the 4 pictures (sides, back and front) and mail in the form with the requested part numbers to Technical Services. They will get back to me with an appointment time for inspection.
Additionally a form needs to be filled out and sent to Field Investigation requesting a VIN along with $25. Sounds like this can be sent after the car passes the inspection or it can be sent at the same time as the request for inspection. The issue being that if the car doesnt pass inspection, the $25 is lost BUT, if it does pass inspection, the time to get the VIN is decreased. If the VIN form has been submitted, maybe the VIN is assigned right at the inspection?
I'm going to send in both forms at the same time since 1) the guy who assembled the engine and trans has already gotten thru 4 other SPF cars and he seems to know the routine. The inspectors are also familiar with his work and the SPF car. This is a BIG plus!
2) Hopefully it passes and I get my VIN right away... The sooner I can get the car registered and one the road the better!!

Don, whats the state of your car? Have all the parts arrived at the assembly shop? How did you decide to go with BDR?
The other question I have is related to insurance. Anyone have suggestions as to companies? Should I be looking for 'agreed value' in the policy and how is that determined? Does the car need to be appraised or is selling price good enough?

Is there still a cruise night on Saturdays in the Horseheads area? Is it Arnot mall?

Hope to get down there in the summer.
Thanks for any info.
Steve