The DGT could be working on a new number plate for classic cars

The number plate topic is undergoing a bit of a revolution, because, as you probably already know, there are vehicles with green plates, red, yellow, and the latest addition is the blue-background plate used by taxis and VTC (private hire) vehicles. Now, the Spanish Directorate-General for Traffic could be studying the creation of a plate for classic cars, with the aim of simplifying the procedures for obtaining classic car status.

Both the Spanish Federation of Vintage Vehicles, FEVA, and the Directorate-General for Traffic are holding meetings to achieve “simplifying and reducing the cost of the historic registration process so that no vehicle is excluded from it based on its value”. The Association has also added that “the DGT will lead the requested legislative reforms, so that within a reasonable timeframe many of the problems that enthusiasts of collector vehicles have to face will be resolved, and our legislation will be aligned with that of the main neighbouring countries in the European Union”.

Classic cars could get a new number plate

Cars aged 30 years or more could get a new number plate. The Directorate-General for Traffic is reportedly already working on a new legislative reform. This new plate for classic cars could respond to a demand made by owners of cars over 30 years old. In addition, it could be permitted, although it is still under study, for classic cars to drive, in certain circumstances, through restricted traffic zones such as the Low Emission Zone of Barcelona or Madrid Central.

To be eligible for the new classic car plates, vehicles must meet the following requirements:

• A valid ITV (roadworthiness inspection).
• It must be listed in the General Inventory of Movable Assets of the National Heritage
• Be a property of cultural or special interest, or have belonged to a relevant personality.
• Be considered a particularly unique or rare vehicle.
• It must not have any modifications.
• It must be officially certified.

Although, for the time being, the creation of a special number plate for classic cars is only an idea, we may well learn more about this future regulation very soon. What do you think?