From: Patrick Jankowiak (patrick.jankowiak@st.com)
Date: Mon Nov 03 2003 - 11:23:22 PST
I love Texas.
1. bumper numbers
2. most noncommercial use except daily driver.
3. 5 years for $50 on the deuce.
4. no 'official' inspection required -you do it yourself.
5. no insurance required (although it would be foolish to go without)
Now, on #2, the law says:
The vehicle must be used exclusively for exhibitions, club activities,
parades, or other functions of public interest and not used for regular
transportation. The vehicle may not carry advertising.
The definition of "functions of public interest" is quite broad, and
have never seen it strictly interpreted by a cop. "I am publicly
interested in driving my M35 to the lake and engaging in the public
function of camping. Other people of the public might be interested if
they see it." Now there you have a function of public interest.
tmmchugh@msn.com wrote:
>
> Doug,
>
> I have QQ Historic Plates on my 1952 M38A1 & have had nothing but smiles
> from local & state police. I do not drive it every day. I do take it to
> the store on occasion & have gone to Club meetings, Veteran Hospital
> visits, displays & to gas it up. I garage it in an enclosed trailer, at
> my son's house. When something like the Veterans day ceremonies are coming
> up, I drive it home & keep it here for a few days. I then drive it around
> to make sure it will not give me trouble at the wrong time.
>
> I have a Personalized Plate that says "38A1" on the front only. My rear
> plate has been in the glove box for over a year. Many police have
> discussed the vehicle & had nothing but praise. They just ask what year &
> smile. I think the fact that I am obviously a retiree, has the most to do
> with the lack of response.
>
> If you want a DAILY driver, do not get QQ Plates. If you want an enjoyable
> time, go for it. I have FULL COVERAGE, CHUBB INS & the cost is very
> reasonable. Send 2 pictures & tell them the value. If you need info,
> e-mail me off list.
>
> Good Luck !
>
> Tom McHugh, NJ
> 1952 M38A1
> M-416 Trailer
> MVPA # 20225
> "MTA" Military Transport Association (A Military Vehicle Collectors Club,
> dues $20 per year)
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Douglas Rhodes" <devils4ever@comcast.net>
> To: "Military Vehicles Mailing List" <mil-veh@mil-veh.org>
> Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2003 9:56 PM
> Subject: Re: [MV] hoses for deuce
>
> > Joe Young,
> >
> > Being a NJ resident still looking to buy my first MV, I'm quite interested
> > in the historic plates issue. Have you heard of anyone ever getting into
> > trouble for going for a casual drive to get gas or charge the batteries?
> > I've talked to several people with QQ plates who have driven the vehicles
> > for exactly this purpose for years without incident. When I purchase my MV
> I
> > don't plan on using the thing for anything but pleasure. However, I WOULD
> > like to be able to drive the thing every couple of weeks to keep the
> engine
> > and batteries in decent condition.
> >
> > OTOH, I don't mind paying extra for normal plates and insurance but I
> > understand I would need to go through inspection like other vehicles.
> Would
> > a Willys MB, M38A1, M37, M35A2, etc pass NJ inspection? Most don't come
> with
> > turn signals, seat belts, etc. Also, do they need to pass emission
> testing?
> >
> > Hell, if I can register a M35A2 as a regular vehicle and keep it outside
> > (not garaged), I might come down a visit you for a purchase.
> >
> > --Doug
> > MTA
> > MVPA
>
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