Historical Car Registration FAQ's
FAQ's
From 1st July 2022 there was an amendment to the South Australian Club Registration scheme. The amendment now reads:
- 25 year rolling cut-off date for qualifying vehicles.
From 1st July 2017 there were a number of changes to the South Australian Club Registration scheme. The most significant changes were:
- 30 year rolling cut-off date for qualifying vehicles.
- Definition of a Historic Vehicle now includes legally modified vehicles.
- LHD vehicles to now be treated the same as RHD vehicles in regards to allowed modifications, LHD exemptions will still be required.
- Inspections of vehicles will NOT be required by
- Statutory declarations will no longer be needed.
Q: How do I get Club Rego on my vehicle?
A: Join an approved Club (Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA), Speak to our club registration officers, or a committee member about processing your registration, and issuing you a log book.
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Q: How does the 25 year cut off work?
A: If your vehicle will be 25 years or older during the year starting 1st January, your vehicle qualifies.
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Q: Do I HAVE to be a member of a club?
A: Yes, more to the point a member of club recognised to administer Conditional Registration. If your membership lapses so does your Registration! Penalties of up to $750 apply for driving an unregistered vehicle. Clubs are required to report lapsed memberships to the Registrar.
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Q: What modifications are allowed?
A: The Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA cannot tell you what is allowed, you will need to either: - read MR1457, Government fact sheet/guide to modifications. - go to DPTI website - www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/vehicles/vehicle-standards-andmodifications - call Vehicle Standards Regency Park – 1300 882 248 - email Vehicle Standards Regency Park – dpti.vehiclestandards@sa.gov.au In short though, modification laws for vehicles on club rego are the same as those that are for vehicles on normal rego.
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Q: Who determines the legality of vehicles?
A: The same authorities that have always determined legality, DPTI Regency Park and the Police. As the vehicles owner it is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is legal and roadworthy.
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Q: How much does it cost?
A: Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA Membership is $84 per year, and your log book will cost $10 (and lasts for three years). The Service SA Rego fee which is around $90 per year.
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Q: Can I keep my current number plates?
A: Yes, there are no changes to number plates.
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Q: My vehicle is in my company’s name, can I put it on Club Rego?
A: No, the owner of the vehicle must be a club member; a Company can’t be a member of a Club.
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Q: Can I register more than one car through the Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA?
A: Yes most definitely. Each vehicle will need its own log book, but your membership will cover your personal requirement for every vehicle you have.
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Q: Can I register a non 4WD through the Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA?
A: Yes, the Mitsubishi 4WD Club of SA is happy to issue log books to ALL vehicles that comply with the scheme including caravans and trailers. However, you do require a a 4WD to become a member!
