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Aug 19, 2020 20:32:42 GMT
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I have just taken the plunge and ordered myself a fibreglass Model A Ford body as I have always wanted to build a proper Hot Rod. I will be going down the BIVA route as I want it to be all properly registered but I would really like to avoid a Q reg if I can. This is a dream car for me and something I've wanted since I was a kid and I am now in my late forties so its time to get it done. I also have my late dad's personal number plate which he had for most of his driving life and all of my life that I can remember so would like to be able to put this on my model A when it's done.
I will be going down the route of a single vehicle donor as much as I can. I have a complete but very rusty MX5 which I have the V5C in my name. How much of the donor car do I have to use, to be able to get the age related registration?
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Aug 22, 2020 12:13:21 GMT
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If memory serves, you need a new chassis (or monocoque) and two major components from the same donor car. By major components, I mean Engine, Gearbox, Axles (front & rear), Suspension (front & rear) or Steering. This will mean the vehicle will get a plate that is age-appropriate to those components. If anyone knows any different, please feel free to correct me.
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1953 Minor (Long term project)
PT Cruiser
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Yes thats how I read it too when looking for info online and I have a copy of Kapri's Idiots guide to BIVA and it reads the same way. It just seemed a bit too simple to me. I know about the chassis having to be new, which it will be. I just wonder if a self built chassis using brand new steel with a receipt for that steel from a reputable steel supplier will be acceptable?
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Aug 23, 2020 18:05:02 GMT
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I can't see why not. As long as you have plans/drawings etc to prove it was home built, otherwise you'll need a receipt for the chassis.
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1953 Minor (Long term project)
PT Cruiser
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Aug 23, 2020 18:07:15 GMT
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I can't see why not. You'll need plans/drawings to prove it was home-built, otherwise you'll need a receipt for the chassis.
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1953 Minor (Long term project)
PT Cruiser
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Aug 30, 2020 17:15:01 GMT
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As above - they are not trying to make it difficult for us. You probably won't even need the receipt for a chassis - they did not ask for one for mine. If you build the chassis yourself then you will just need to receipt yourself  Engine & gearbox is the usual 2 major components. Keep photos of the original car with plate attached and keep the V5 until you go to register the new car. Good luck - it's not anywhere as difficult as people down the pub would have you think, most of their rules are just common sense. |
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