Thought I'd share this link as the subject comes up frequently.

http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/w...itle_a_hot_rod

 

Hey John(?),
That was super helpful - I've currently got a title in Texas but it's for
parades only & I'd like to get the real "no restrictions" title & your
source clearly outlines the steps I have to do.

I owe you one.

Ben in Austin

 

Hey John (?),
That was very helpful - I'm about to get mine back on the road.
I've got a Texas title that's only good for parades & I'd liek to get
a true no restrictions license. Your link clearly outlines the process to
follow.

I owe you one! Doesn't it seem strange that a Canadian is
helping a Texan figure out his own state's title process - It's an odd world.

Thx
Ben in Austin

 

Hey John (?),
That was very helpful - I'm about to get mine back on the road.
I've got a Texas title that's only good for parades & I'd like to get
a true no restrictions license. Your link clearly outlines the process to
follow.

I owe you one! Doesn't it seem strange that a Canadian is
helping a Texan figure out his own state's title process - It's an odd world.

Thx
Ben in Austin

 

Great link John, I sure it will be a great help to alot of those who need info on acquiring titles on vehicles. Thanks

 

hmm.. I thought title was title, and PLATES were antique (parade), classic (extra money) or standard.

you should only have to change plate style from antique to classic or normal
(both classic and normal require annual inspection)
my green truck has custom/personalized numbered classic plates.

We just did the title only on a 30 ford sedan, via a purchased title.
we have some year of manufacture plates to put on next year (maybe)
when we get it road worthy.

Sam

 

Hey Sam,
Sorry about the multiple postings above - I obviously had some technical problems.

I've got the normal Texas "Blue" title for our 1950 F1 but it shows
"Vin certification waived" in the remarks column. The processor
said that I could only get a Parade type license with this restriction
on there. She said I would need to go get the Vin # certified at some
place that does this & then come back for a "full" license.
My "Vin #" is a bizarre one - I have a tag on the door jam with this number "KS107200". No other VIN's on the vehicle - firewall & front
axle have been replaced. Thought I'd head into the process once I get the truck back up & running - next week hopefully.

Ben in Austin

 

hm.. nobody ever checked any of my 54/55/56 vins..

Sam

 

Yea I know - Made me a little nervous - but I can always go the
"bonded" license route. I'll tackle it in November - do you have the normal
Texas plate with the sticker that goes in the window? I've got a physical plate but no registration sticker at this point.

Ben in Austin

 

Yes, normal window sticker

Sam

 

I reviewed the Pennsylvania section - There is some incorrect/misleading information.
The suggestion to register the vehicle as a Collectible will put severe restrictions on how/where it can be operated
The info about a title being Scrapped and the vehicle is unusable - You can apply for a "Remanufacured Vehicle" Title

SEMA has a complete list of regulations on their site that was verified by the states.
TAG_TITLE_TOOLBOX

It's hard enough at times to get a title, I like to start out with the latest and greatest from the state and not risk the vehicle/intent/hassle

 

Ben, I had my 56 registered last year and had no issues. I used the YOM plates and registered it as a classic vehicle. They give you a 2 year sticker on a small plate to attach to the licence plate instead of in the window. No issues about the VIN etc.

 

Hey Kelly,
Where did you get the YOM plates from? Supposedly I'm restricted to just parades - my title says "vin certification waived". I'm waiting on a transmission to get mine back on the road - the first one they sent was DOA. I'll try the classic car route - is there anything else special that I have to have?

Ben in Austin

 

NM section is hosed and misleading... formatting is terrible but I couldn't fix it. A worthwhile project for sure.

 

Hi Ben,
I found mine on Ebay, I looked for a long time, till I found a set with the right price and condition. I am also a pretty good painter, so I can refurbish them later if I want.
I don't remember doing anything special. I went over to the Tax office, told the lady I wanted to use these YOM plates and get the title transferred. Paid some money and was out of there in 30 min.