NSW trials logbook rego for modified cars
Trial opens up options for restomod owners in NSW
After the acceptance by enthusiast car owners of the Classic Vehicle Logbook Trial conditional registration scheme in NSW – a value-priced registration scheme that allows classic cars and bikes over 30 years old to be driven up to 60 days per year – the NSW government has upheld its promise to enthusiasts by announcing the acceptance of modified classic vehicles to the scheme in early September.
Like vehicles used under the long-established Historic registration scheme, until now cars on the Classic Vehicle Logbook Trial implemented in October last year have been required to be showroom-standard or fitted only with safety equipment (such as seatbelts and upgraded headlights) or era-correct accessories.
As they are for normal annual registration, an owner of a modified car to be enjoyed on the classic scheme will be required to demonstrate the vehicle’s continued road-legal status with engineer reports if the modifications – such as engine transplants, chassis mods, wheel tubs and larger wheels/tyres - warrant it, after which the cars will be eligible for 60 days per year of general use.
It’s a great idea and will see a further increase in classic car use and enjoyment. Both schemes represent five years of co-operation between a dedicated band of car enthusiasts under the banner of the Australian Confederation of Motor Clubs, and various other stakeholders including of course, NSW’s Roads and Maritime Services.
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