historic plates and restrictions

[HxC240z]

I was wondering about historic (specifically model year plates) plates in Ohio, as far as I know they don't have a specific mileage restraint, but says

"They are solely collector's items and are used for participation in club activities, exhibitions, tours, parades, etc. but NOT for general transportation"

does that leave enough grey area to just cruise around, my car is by no means show quality (still a work in progress) and I was planning on driving it almost every weekend, but I define general transportation as going to get groceries and things of that nature

How is it enforced do you get in trouble with johnny law if they see you too much? what is the penalty

I don't want regular plates because they are ugly as sin :sick:

http://www.netstate.com/states/links/images/oh_license_plate.jpg

I really want model year plates

any suggestions or if there are more restrictions that I cant find through the technical jargon then please tell me

I'll do anything (other than not drive my z) so that I don't have to have those plates!!!

[BRE-240Z]

In North Carolina I think they've made the plates ugly on purpose, so that people will buy specialty plates (I did for both of my daily drivers).

We are, however, allowed to use year of manufacture plates on cars of a certain vintage (including my Z). The only caveat is that you must be able to show your state-issued plate on demand (I keep mine under the passenger seat).

The rules would almost certainly be different in Ohio. I would suggest checking with the Ohio DMV's web site for specific rules and regulations that might pertain to YOM plates.

[Seppi72]

I don't have historic plates for my '72 and really can't think of anyone I know locally who does (but I'm sure there are at least a few). Most folks I know have vanity plates on their Z cars.

Regardless, check the Web sites for ZACO, ZROC and ZCCO to make contact with folks who could answer your question.

If you like, I could ask my local county sheriff (a personal acquaintance, but that hasn't kept his deputies from giving me ticketsLOL) about how he views historic plates and what the associated vehicle is "allowed" to be doing.

[Poindexter]

NJ apparently has similar restrictions on driving with historical plates- but I think I could talk my way around almost any stop- "But officer, I just finished working on my valves (or tune-up, or shifter bushings, whatever) and I needed to road test her." After all I DO work on her almost constantly- little things to big things. There's always something going on...

There is no inspection requirement for historic plates, and that's very appealing to never have to worry about that again, but not at those extreme (apparently) restrictions on driving only when related to car shows, exhibitions, or other "educational or club" purposes.

I also have a friend with a lift, and I imagine it's reasonable that I was over there working on my car. It's whatever you think you can dance around. But for comfort's sake, I really need to check with the local gendarmerie and ask directly what their policy is if they see an historic plate out and about at, say 1AM, coming from a friend's house. I've never seen such a stop, but it could have happened.

[Bonzi Lon]

The thread is about Ohio, but other States should be listed, if possible.

The only 4 rules from Kansas, came from the "Tag Lady" herself. (from my County)

1. Must be year of the vehicle made.

2. Must of been (at one time) a State issued (manufactured) plate (any county (105 to choose from), can be used as 'Historic')

4. Can not be any other plate of that combination in County of registration.

3. Must be legible.

They make a photo copy of it, send it to the State, the State requires a signed affidavid (form) to validify said plate. Plate stays with vehicle until sale and can be transfered with vehicle after sale. Antique and Historic plates are taxed minimum each year. ($17.50 this year)

Bonzi Lon

[DougN]

Here is Georgia you can have a YOM plate, but must have the state issued plate in your vehicle at all times. Plate must not match any currently registered plates, must be a real GA plate (not a replica) and in good condition. Nice thing is no fees or anything, just fill out form T-224 and take it to the DMV. They then associate your YOM plate with your state issued plate.

Only bad news here is that the plate is supposed to be 1970 or before. However, my buddy got a 71 plate on his 71 Z without any problem. Other bad news is that after 1971 they stopped making new plates each year, as they went to stickers (on the 71 plate) for 72 - 75, made a new plate in 76 and then stickers again.

Therefore, I have my 240ZED plate on my Z, but have a YOM plate on my MGB.