Pulled this off the NJ MVC website.
Interesting question -- aren't Hot Rods really just reconstructed cars?
COLLECTOR VEHICLE STATUS
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The following information outlines the Motor Vehicle Commission’s (MVC) policy and
procedures to obtain Collector Vehicle Status for your vehicle as of September 1, 2007.
Definition
The New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC) defines Collector Motor Vehicle in Title 13:20-
43.1 as a vehicle that does not qualify for “historic vehicle” or “street rod” designation. Vehicles
that qualify for Collector Vehicle Status are limited production vehicles, not driven in excess of
the 3,000 mile annual odometer restriction, are insured by a limited-use insurance policy, and do
not include vehicles that have been altered in appearance or from manufacturers’ specifications.
Collector Vehicle Qualifications
�� The vehicle must be registered in the State of New Jersey.
�� The vehicle must be less than 25 years old to qualify for Collector Vehicle Status.
�� The vehicle must have been manufactured in limited supply or there must be evidence
that the model is currently in limited quantity.
�� The vehicle must maintain an operable odometer.
�� The vehicle’s chassis cannot be altered: High/low rise chassis are examples of altered
chassis.
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The vehicle cannot be a kit or replica vehicle, or be identified as a reconstructed vehicle.
�� The vehicle is not qualified as a street rod as provided in N.J.S.A. 39:3-27.27.
�� Collector Vehicles are subject to all applicable equipment requirements for year of
manufacture and although not subject to inspection, they may be issued a summons for
equipment violations if the required equipment is not maintained.
Initial Application Process
�� Any application for Collector Vehicle Status processed after September 1, 2007 must be
approved by the I/M Support Unit. This can only be done by mailing your request to the
Motor Vehicle Commission, Collector Vehicle Status, I/M Support Unit, 225 East State
Street, P.O. Box 680, Trenton, NJ 08666-0680.
�� All applicants must submit evidence from either the manufacturer, a recognized car club
(on letterhead) or collector organization that the vehicle applying for Collector Vehicle
Status was issued in a limited edition quantity or that a limited quantity of the original
production run remains.
�� The applicant must submit an Application for Collector Vehicle Status, Form SS-66. This
document can be obtained either at your local motor vehicle or down-loaded directly
from the MVC Webpage at
http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/About/Forms.htm.
�� The applicant must provide proof of limited use insurance: declaration page or insurance
card, which indicates the limited-use status of the vehicle.
�� Photographs of the vehicle must be provided and include the following views: straight on
views of front end, passenger side, driver side and rear end of vehicle.
�� After MVC’s review, the applicant will receive either an approval letter to be used to
purchase a Collector Vehicle Voucher or denial letter stating the reason(s) why the
voucher was denied, or a request for additional information. (over)
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�� Upon receipt of an approval letter, an applicant must present the original application, the
approval letter with the raised seal and $ 25.00 (check, money order, credit card or cash)
to any motor vehicle agency for the issuance of a Collector Vehicle Voucher. Vouchers
expire 90 days from issuance.
Issuance of Collector Vehicle Sticker
�� Once the Collector Vehicle Voucher is issued, the vehicle must be presented to any
centralized inspection facility. At that time, an inspector will verify and record the
mileage on the vehicle’s odometer. The applicant will be required to provide the
inspector with his/her driver license, vehicle registration, Collector Vehicle Voucher and
proof of insurance. With the completion of the verification process, a triangular-shaped
Collector Vehicle Decal will be issued by the inspector which will expire two years from
the day of issuance.
Renewal Application Process
�� Two years from the issuance of the initial or renewal Collector Vehicle Voucher, the
applicant is required to obtain another voucher or renewal which can be purchased at any
motor vehicle agency.
�� Any vehicle, which has been granted Collector Vehicle Status prior to September 1, 2007
will be permitted to obtain a Collector Vehicle Status Voucher renewal provided it has
not changed ownership, regardless of its age.
�� Any vehicle granted Collector Vehicle Status after September 1, 2007 will be permitted
to be issued a renewal voucher until it reaches 25 model years old. If the vehicle is to be
renewed on its 24th model year, it will be issued a Collector Vehicle Status Sticker
expiring with the vehicle registration. When the sticker and vehicle registration expire,
the motorist will have to decide whether to have the vehicle inspected or have it
registered as “Historic Vehicle.”
�� At the time of renewal, the applicant must provide a completed Application for Collector
Vehicle Status (Form SS-66) and initial Collector Vehicle Report and check, money
order, credit card or cash in the amount of $10.00. Vouchers also expire 90 days from
issuance.
�� Upon receipt of the renewed Collector Vehicle Status Voucher, the vehicle must be
presented to any centralized inspection facility for an odometer and insurance
verification. Applicant will be required to provide their driver license, vehicle
registration, collector vehicle voucher and proof of limited-use insurance to the inspector.
With the completion of the verification process, a triangular-shaped Collector Vehicle
Decal will be issued by the inspector, which will expire two years from the date of
issuance.
�� If during the verification process, it is discovered that the vehicle has exceeded its 6,000
mile biennial limit or 3,000 mile annual limit, issuance of the Collector Vehicle status
will be declined and the vehicle will be required to be inspected.
�� Collector Vehicle Decals are not transferable from owner to owner. When a Collector
Vehicle is sold, it is the responsibility of the new owner to either have the vehicle
inspected or apply for their own Collector Vehicle status.
Questions regarding Collector Vehicle policies, forms or procedures should be directed to the
MVC I/M Support Unit at 609-633-9474 or 609-633-9472.