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Report-a-claim in the Lower Mainland by calling 604-520-8222 or 1-800-910-4222 for the rest of B.C.

Vintage vehicles

Vintage vehicles

Vintage PlateDo you own a piece of history? Why not show your antique vehicle off at special events and parades? Vintage licence plates allow you to do just that.


Does my vehicle qualify?

Your vehicle must be:

How do I get vintage plates?

Driving restrictions

Special occasions only

Vehicles with vintage plates may only be used for special occasions (for example: exhibitions, parades, car club activities, community events, weddings and graduations). Everyday pleasure driving is not permitted.

No business use or test driving

An antique vehicle may not be used for business or commercial purposes. Also, an antique vehicle being test-driven by a potential buyer may not display vintage plates for licensing purposes. For test-driving purposes, the seller should purchase a temporary operating permit [definition].

No headlights or reflectors?

If your vehicle doesn’t have the lights and reflectors required by the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations, you may not drive it between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise.

Insuring your antique vehicle

You can protect your vintage car investment by buying ICBC optional insurance coverage: Collision, Comprehensive or Specified Perils. Because the use of a vintage vehicle is restricted, you will probably pay less for these coverages.

For more information about licensing and insuring a vintage vehicle, please phone:

  • 604-661-6890 (B.C. Lower Mainland)
  • 1-800-665-8262 (elsewhere)