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Old 01-30-12, 05:12 AM
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WASHNGTON STATE:


Vehicle requirements
To use collector plates, vehicles must be:
- More than 30 years old.
- Capable of operating on the highway.
- Owned and operated as collector vehicles.

Collector vehicles may be driven:
- To and from auto shows, circuses, parades, displays, special excursions, and antique car club meetings.
- For testing purposes.
- For the pleasure of others without compensation.

Collector vehicles may not be used for:
- Commercial purposes or to carry a load.
- Regular transportation in the manner of a fully licensed vehicle.

License plate requirements
Collector license plates:
- May be assigned to currently registered passenger vehicles, motorcycles, or trucks.
- Are good for the life of vehicle.
- Aren’t required to display month/year tab.
- Aren’t renewed annually.
- Must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. (You must provide your restored or current license plates. If you provide a set, the collector vehicle plates may be displayed on the front and rear of the vehicle).

Option to use restored license plates
You may use a restored license plate on your collector vehicle instead of a collector vehicle license plate. A restored license plate is a Washington-issued license plate that was designed for use in the year of the vehicle’s manufacture. The license plate must be restored to a condition that allows it to be identified with its year of issue. A reproduction of the original cannot be used as a restored license plate.
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well after seeing this thread i will be, nj DMV says 25yrs and only requirment is that when submitting for the plates you must send a picture to show the car is "stock" so ill send one before i start modding since i just bought it, then i wont have to worry about inspection and no registration for 3 yrs
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WASHNGTON STATE:


Vehicle requirements
To use collector plates, vehicles must be:
- More than 30 years old.
- Capable of operating on the highway.
- Owned and operated as collector vehicles.

Collector vehicles may be driven:
- To and from auto shows, circuses, parades, displays, special excursions, and antique car club meetings.
- For testing purposes.
- For the pleasure of others without compensation.

Collector vehicles may not be used for:
- Commercial purposes or to carry a load.
- Regular transportation in the manner of a fully licensed vehicle.

License plate requirements
Collector license plates:
- May be assigned to currently registered passenger vehicles, motorcycles, or trucks.
- Are good for the life of vehicle.
- Aren’t required to display month/year tab.
- Aren’t renewed annually.
- Must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. (You must provide your restored or current license plates. If you provide a set, the collector vehicle plates may be displayed on the front and rear of the vehicle).

Option to use restored license plates
You may use a restored license plate on your collector vehicle instead of a collector vehicle license plate. A restored license plate is a Washington-issued license plate that was designed for use in the year of the vehicle’s manufacture. The license plate must be restored to a condition that allows it to be identified with its year of issue. A reproduction of the original cannot be used as a restored license plate.
I thought it could be 25 years old.. I was going to do it also. mine is an 88. So maybe i cant?
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Washington: Vehicle Registration Collector's Plates



This is cool...

"How to renew
You aren’t required to renew your collector vehicle license plates."
Old 01-30-12, 08:33 AM
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Originally Posted by driftfever
I have gotten a ticket for no front plate even when it was in my front window. Lame. My front bumper has a couple screw holes in it that I am not happy about. It would be nice if my car could be considered a collector.
as you already found out having a plate in your windshield is not legal. It must be attached to the bumper.

it is about worthless in NY, dont really know why people bother with it. I had it on my jeep until I realized it had to be renewed annually.


Historical Plates and Vintage Plates

What is a historical vehicle or a vintage vehicle?

A historical vehicle is a vehicle that is more than 25 years old. A vehicle qualifies for a historical registration when it begins the 26th model year. For example, a 1978 model vehicle qualifies for historical registration in 2004.

Some vehicles that are less than 25 years old and have unique characteristics can qualify for a historical registration. The DMV determines if the vehicle has historical, classic or exhibit value.

A vintage vehicle is a historical vehicle and receives a historical registration. The registrant of a vintage vehicle can put vintage plates on the vehicle. Vintage plates are authentic NYS vehicle plates that were issued during the model year of the vehicle. More information about vintage plates appears below.


Is a historical registration different from a standard registration?

Yes. You cannot use a historical vehicle for daily transportation. An automobile collector normally registers a historical vehicle or a vintage vehicle to use it for exhibits, club activities, tours, and parades.


Is a historical registration or a vintage registration valid for one year or for two years?

Historical registrations and vintage registrations are valid for one year.

Is special insurance required for a historical registration?

Yes. Contact your insurance company to get information about insurance for a historical vehicle or a vintage vehicle.

The insurance identification card that is issued to you must display the word "HISTORICAL" to indicate the type of insurance coverage that is provided. "Antique" and "classic" are not acceptable words.
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I will be getting historial tags in DC this year as well....No restrictions here (^_^)
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Florida laws are a little iffy on Antique plates. It has to be 30 years old to begin with, and there are two types, a permanent and one renewed every year. The one that has to be renewed every year has no restrictions on driving limits. The permanent is for driving to and from car shows, parades, and "public display." I read an interesting thread on a military vehicle forum where they discussed what constitutes "public display". It was argued that anytime the vehicle is on public roadways, it is on public display. They could find no case law to support or refute this idea. I know I wouldn't try it.

Plus, I really like my WANKEL plate. I wouldn't be able to have that if I ever went to an Antique plate. They are sequentially numbered in Florida.
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Originally Posted by JerryLH3
Florida laws are a little iffy on Antique plates. It has to be 30 years old to begin with, and there are two types, a permanent and one renewed every year. The one that has to be renewed every year has no restrictions on driving limits. The permanent is for driving to and from car shows, parades, and "public display." I read an interesting thread on a military vehicle forum where they discussed what constitutes "public display". It was argued that anytime the vehicle is on public roadways, it is on public display. They could find no case law to support or refute this idea. I know I wouldn't try it.

Plus, I really like my WANKEL plate. I wouldn't be able to have that if I ever went to an Antique plate. They are sequentially numbered in Florida.
Hey, quick question that's a little off-subject, but do you guys in Florida have emissions testing? Any restrictions? I've heard that they had abolished emissions testing since 2001? Any truth to this. Thanks man
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In Maryland, 20 years is the age for Historics and the only regulation is that you drive less than 5k a year I believe. However, it's not policed at all.
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I can't wait till my 7's are elligible for antique tags. Once they're tagged as an antique, you don't need to have any state inspections or emissions tests performed, you only pay for the registration once, for the entire time the car is registered as an antique, AND our antique tags look like this:



Sexy black and white!!

Forgot to mention, our antique tags are mileage regulated, but I have no idea how that works, because my 200sx is registered as an antique and I used to daily drive it. Never got in trouble for it.
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Originally Posted by Slammedblk7
Here once you register classic. It is safety only, no smog testing.
I love living in Texas
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Originally Posted by Slammedblk7
Here once you register classic. It is safety only, no smog testing.
I'm pretty sure you don't even have to register it as classic, unless you want a fancy license plate. If it's over 25yrs old, it simply doesnt have to pass emissions inspections anymore. Period. At least in Texas...
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Originally Posted by Silver Comet
Hey, quick question that's a little off-subject, but do you guys in Florida have emissions testing? Any restrictions? I've heard that they had abolished emissions testing since 2001? Any truth to this. Thanks man
You heard correct. Florida has not had emissions testing in over a decade. Even when we did have it, it was only in certain counties in metro areas - Tampa, Miami, etc.
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this guy is finally gettin some qq's
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I remember my uncle having historical plates on his 80 vw rabbit here in CA years ago... I don't know what it entitles here, but looking online, for CA it is 25 years old.

It may be nice for us modified cars in Cali, Im thinking a typical cop might notice the plates and figure "ehhh its an old car.." and disregard pulling it over for exhaust or whatever .
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Originally Posted by JerryLH3
You heard correct. Florida has not had emissions testing in over a decade. Even when we did have it, it was only in certain counties in metro areas - Tampa, Miami, etc.
Wonderful man thanks, I'll be going to graduate school down there so this is very comforting to hear.
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Originally Posted by JerryLH3
You heard correct. Florida has not had emissions testing in over a decade. Even when we did have it, it was only in certain counties in metro areas - Tampa, Miami, etc.
Ohio is like florida used to be. some parts have it some parts dont. About 20min away they dont have e-check lol.
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never mind the plates, when you can get the collector agreed value insurance that is when life is good for the seven
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Nope. There is no point here in RI. This state is retarded anyways and has ridiculous laws. Hopefully I move out of this god awful state soon.
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You can apply for antique plates if your vehicle is at least 25 years old and used only for exhibitions, parades, car club activities, etc. No inspection is required. If you also want to use your vehicle for everyday functions, apply for a dual registration. This option does require a vehicle inspection.
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Procedures for Delaware Residents for Antique Vehicles
Antique Vehicle, Law and Division Procedures
Title 21, Section 2196
(a) Upon application, the Department may furnish to the owner of a registered antique motor vehicle a special antique motor vehicle plate to be displayed on such antique motor vehicle. This special plate shall be issued in addition to the plate already issued for such vehicle under this chapter.
(b) The term "antique motor vehicle" includes every automobile, truck, motorcycle or other motor vehicle, but not a reproduction thereof, manufactured more than 25 years prior to the current year, which has been maintained in or restored to a condition, which is substantially in conformity with manufacturer's specifications. A vehicle, which has undergone substantial alterations from its original specifications and appearance, or has had its horsepower or dimensions changed, shall not be eligible for an antique license plate pursuant to this section.
(c) Any antique motor vehicle, registered pursuant to this section, shall be used only for participation in club activities, exhibits, tours, parades and similar uses, but in no event shall it be used for general transportation.
(d) Such special antique motor vehicle license plate shall be issued for a fee of $25 and shall be valid without further payment of a renewal fee as long as the vehicle is in existence and is owned by the same person. This fee shall be in addition to the vehicle document fee, title fee or other fees required by this title.
(e) In the event of a transfer of ownership of an antique motor vehicle registered with a special plate pursuant to this section, the transferor shall surrender the special plate to the Department.
Title 21, Section 2199. Inspection.
(a) A motor vehicle registered as an antique motor vehicle shall be exempt from annual inspection. A motor vehicle must pass an initial inspection prior to the motor vehicle being registered as an antique motor vehicle. Motor vehicles registered, as antique motor vehicles shall be provided Exempt validating stickers in lieu of the usual expiration date stickers, upon passing the initial inspection.

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If I'm not mistaken also, it's every 4 years.
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Originally Posted by driftxsequence
Procedures for Delaware Residents for Antique Vehicles
Antique Vehicle, Law and Division Procedures
Title 21, Section 2196
(a) Upon application, the Department may furnish to the owner of a registered antique motor vehicle a special antique motor vehicle plate to be displayed on such antique motor vehicle. This special plate shall be issued in addition to the plate already issued for such vehicle under this chapter.
(b) The term "antique motor vehicle" includes every automobile, truck, motorcycle or other motor vehicle, but not a reproduction thereof, manufactured more than 25 years prior to the current year, which has been maintained in or restored to a condition, which is substantially in conformity with manufacturer's specifications. A vehicle, which has undergone substantial alterations from its original specifications and appearance, or has had its horsepower or dimensions changed, shall not be eligible for an antique license plate pursuant to this section.
(c) Any antique motor vehicle, registered pursuant to this section, shall be used only for participation in club activities, exhibits, tours, parades and similar uses, but in no event shall it be used for general transportation.
(d) Such special antique motor vehicle license plate shall be issued for a fee of $25 and shall be valid without further payment of a renewal fee as long as the vehicle is in existence and is owned by the same person. This fee shall be in addition to the vehicle document fee, title fee or other fees required by this title.
(e) In the event of a transfer of ownership of an antique motor vehicle registered with a special plate pursuant to this section, the transferor shall surrender the special plate to the Department.
Title 21, Section 2199. Inspection.
(a) A motor vehicle registered as an antique motor vehicle shall be exempt from annual inspection. A motor vehicle must pass an initial inspection prior to the motor vehicle being registered as an antique motor vehicle. Motor vehicles registered, as antique motor vehicles shall be provided Exempt validating stickers in lieu of the usual expiration date stickers, upon passing the initial inspection.

**** delaware!

I had to give up my "historical" tags when I swapped out the rotary Where in wilmington are you? I grew up there but after a ten year absence in the state I moved back and live in bear for now. PM me if you want to keep it private info. Id like to check out your car sometime.
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Originally Posted by Rob XX 7
never mind the plates, when you can get the collector agreed value insurance that is when life is good for the seven
This is very true. This may still be a bit off for some of us though, as it seems many companies that do classic insurance adhere to a 25 year old policy. Only the 1986 and 1987 FCs fall under that umbrella right now.
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my ol girl was born in 1990. so she only 21.... still got a few years to go...


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