Modified collector vehicles

[+] Minimum age and condition for modified collector vehicles

A modified collector vehicle is registered as a 1958 model or older motor vehicle and

• is in excellent condition and maintained or restored to a condition ICBC considers to be of collectable value; and
• has the shell of a body, coach or cab from an original manufactured motor vehicle (sorry, aftermarket fiberglass, composite, or steel bodies aren't acceptable); and
• has an altered body that resembles, but is no longer identical in appearance to, the original body of the motor vehicle; or
• has had one or more of the following components replaced or altered:
  • chassis
  • engine and/or power train
  • suspension
  • steering and braking mechanical components 

[+] Follow these steps to apply for licence plates

1. Gather together and photocopy your receipts, bills of sale or invoices for the major components of the vehicle.
2. Obtain a "passed" vehicle inspection report from a designated inspection facility. (PDF)
3. Research the market value of your vehicle.
4. Locate an original manufacturer's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the vehicle. The VIN must be clearly visible for sighting by an enforcement officer at the roadside. A VIN that can only be seen by, for example, crawling under the vehicle to inspect a frame rail is not acceptable.
   If you can't find an original VIN, you must apply for one.
5. Take good quality photos, as required for the application form. See sample photos for examples.
6. Once you have completed the above steps, fill out the following application forms. You can drop them off at an Autoplan broker or mail them to ICBC.

• Application form to register a modified vehicle (PDF)
• Application form for modified collector vehicle status (PDF)

Note: Pages 1, 2, and 3 of the application form for modified collector vehicle status must be submitted for approval.

Once we get your application, it will take about 4 to 6 weeks for review.