Modern engine into a classic
Discussion
Long time lurker but I could not find an answer. This is a hypothetical so please do not talk about cost, feasibility etc. If a classic car were to have a modern engine, would you pay tax or lose classic status?
From research I discovered:
Rebuilt Vehicles: there’s no mention on line as to whether this applies to classic, vintage or modern cars (although all three definitions can be open to interpretation) it does say however a rebuilt vehicle can keep its original registration number if you can prove you’ve used:
The original unmodified chassis or body-shell
A new chassis or monocoque body-shell of the “same specification” as the original
You must also have 2 other major components from the original vehicle on the following list:
Suspension (front and Back)
Steering assembly
Axles (both)
Transmission
Engine
"http://www.heritagecarinsurance.co.uk/newsroom/news-and-articles/dvla-changes-classic-car-prove-it/"
Any clarification, knowledge, experience, links etc. regarding taxation on modern engined classics would be appreciated.
Regards Rosh
From research I discovered:
Rebuilt Vehicles: there’s no mention on line as to whether this applies to classic, vintage or modern cars (although all three definitions can be open to interpretation) it does say however a rebuilt vehicle can keep its original registration number if you can prove you’ve used:
The original unmodified chassis or body-shell
A new chassis or monocoque body-shell of the “same specification” as the original
You must also have 2 other major components from the original vehicle on the following list:
Suspension (front and Back)
Steering assembly
Axles (both)
Transmission
Engine
"http://www.heritagecarinsurance.co.uk/newsroom/news-and-articles/dvla-changes-classic-car-prove-it/"
Any clarification, knowledge, experience, links etc. regarding taxation on modern engined classics would be appreciated.
Regards Rosh
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