I know I'm getting a little pedantic here, but this is one of my 'hobby horses'. The RTA's wording for historic rego is 'period accessories' not 'period modifications'.Originally Posted by RodneyHZ253
The big question of course, is when does an accessory become a modification ? Things like radial-ply tyres, blinkers (pre-1960) & seatbelts are considered safety items & are exempt, as long as they're fitted properly.
Things like white-wall tyres, radios, sun visors, towbars, spats, mudflaps, chrome rocker covers, period alloy wheels etc. etc. are all clear cut, as long as they are RTA legal. But multiple carbies, lowered or raised suspension, wide wheels & tyres (over track), engine & transmission swaps are getting beyond the definition of an accessory.
Period paint colours are also a curly one, many clubs would not except an EH (for example) painted coarse metal-flake purple. Not really 'period correct' is it.
I inspect a lot of these cars & one rule that is very strictly upheld is: if it wasn't legal back then (say 1975) then it's not legal today on H plates. 8 & 10 inch alloy wheels & dumped suspension on mid-70s vehicles are good examples.
There is a lot of room here for interpretation & debate.
Dr Terry
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