PaulR said:
Fred,
Are you buying a title for the make and year, or get it titled as an "ASV" (Assembled Vehicle)?
I've done a little checking and I still have not decided yet. I called the Texas DMV and getting in done as a replica is rather cut and dried. The bad part is, I'll have to get it inspected every year. I don't really want some smuck driving my car to see if the brakes work. Plus, I forgot to ask, it may have to pass emmission.
However, there are a couple places near me, where a few extra bucks will get a sticker.
As for buying a title, I have thought of that too. Here, they give out an Antique plate and I would only have to get it inspected every 5 years and NO emmission check or safty equipment not available in 1923. if I can find a good deal on a 23 title, I'll go for it.
Having a 1923 title would only be a benifit during resale. Most people who buy a hot rod want it titled for the year it is supposed to be, but I have no plans to EVER sell my first one. There is a personal reason why I started this car and it will never be for sale.
My dad, who passed away 7 years ago, always wanted to do something like this, but raising a family always got in the way. When I was about 17, he told me if I kept my head together, I could build one one day. It took a while, but it looks like I'm going to do it. Part of my inspiration for this car is his memory. That won't ever be for sale.
Now, the next one? Who knows?