Historic vehicle registration
& club permits
Ferrari Club Australia members can access historic vehicle registration and club permits for their Ferraris, subject to state eligibility criteria.
Most states will approve the conditional registration of historic vehicles and club permits for members of the Ferrari Club Australia who reside in that state.
Usually the member's vehicles may be Ferraris and/or other brands.
Conditional registration and club permits are usually for qualified vehicles 25 - 30 years or older (except Unique Vehicles in WA), that are not used as daily transport.
Each state administers their own scheme.
These schemes offer lower cost registration but place some restrictions on the use of the vehicle, typically allowing club events only. For many owners this is not an impediment as it's how they use their car anyway.
Other benefits may be a reduction in the cost of insuring the vehicle and stamp duty exemptions on purchase.
There are limitations on the vehicles.
Following is a brief summary of the scheme in each state.
ACT: Historic Motor Vehicle Registration
Vehicles owned by Ferrari Club members resident in the ACT may be eligible to participate in the concessional registration scheme for older vehicles which are used on a limited basis by their owners as a recreation or hobby.
Basic rules:
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The vehicle must be 30 years of age inclusive and be stock, not modified.
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Distance travelled within the ACT should not exceed 2,000 miles or 3,000 km on average each year.
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Log book of each journey to be kept by owner.
There are three main categories of use under this registration scheme :
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Events organised or approved by the Ferrari Club, which is affiliated with the Council of ACT Motor Clubs
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Occasional test runs of up to a 40km radius;
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Specific occasions not related to club use such as weddings when permission is first obtained from the appropriate club.
Travel to and from interstate Ferrari Club events is permitted. Annual vehicle inspection is not required, however Ferrari Club registrar must endorse the registration renewal each year.
The annual registration fee is around $120.
More information on the ACT government website
Contact:
Michael Rensch
ACT Historic Registrar
Ferrari Club of Australia
GPO Box 2727
Canberra ACT 2601
Email act@fca.org.au
Phone 0413 947 467
QUEENSLAND: Special Interest Vehicle Scheme
Vehicles owned by Ferrari Club Australia members resident in Queensland may be eligible to participate in the concessional registration scheme for older vehicles which are used on a limited basis by their owners as a recreation or hobby.
The vehicle must be 30 years of age and vehicles registered under the scheme have certain limitations placed on their use. Vehicles can be used for:
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Participating in events organized by the Ferrari Club, or by any incorporated vehicle club
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Participating in events for which a Special Events Permit has been issued
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Weddings etc. involving immediate family.
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Showing in functions for religious, charitable or education purposes.
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Travel in order to have vehicle repaired.
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Road testing within a 15 km radius from the place where the vehicle is garaged or repaired.
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Travel to and from local and interstate Ferrari Club events, or any events by an incorporated vehicle club
When registering your vehicle with Queensland Transport as a Special Interest Vehicle you will need to have:
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A letter from the Ferrari Club to verify the age of the vehicle and that you are a current member
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Your Ferrari Club membership card
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A completed Concessional Registration form, available on Queensland Transport website.
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The current number plates from your car, though some personalized plates may be used.
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A current driver’s license.
Though the Ferrari Club is not involved after you have obtained your Special Vehicle registration, it is most important that you keep your Ferrari Club membership current and paid. Your car registration is not valid without current Ferrari Club membership.
More information on the Queensland Transport website
Contact:
Gezim Bashi
QLD Historic Register
Ferrari Club Australia
Email bashi@bigpond.com
Phone 0428 733 884
NEW SOUTH WALES: Conditional Registration Scheme
NSW RMS approves the Conditional Registration of Historic Vehicles owned by members of the Ferrari Club Australia who reside in NSW. The member's vehicles may be Ferraris and/or other brands.
Conditional Registration is for qualified vehicles 30 years or older based on the year of manufacture. The vehicle must be as close to original condition as possible with no alterations except for safety features such as seatbelts and turn indicators, or period accessories and options. Note that a New Conditional Registration Scheme has been developed to cover older, modified, unoriginal vehicles.
The NSW RMS administers the scheme. There are limitations on the vehicles.
The owner must be a financial member of the Ferrari Club Australia. The cost of registering a vehicle under this scheme is significantly lower than normal registration, but there are restrictions on usage, and commercial use or work or daily transport is not permitted.
Vehicles registered under the NSW Historic Vehicles Scheme can be used for any event organised by the Ferrari Club Australia or other approved Clubs provided it is an official, published, Club event. There are no restrictions on distance travelled and travel to events in other states and territories is permitted.
Vehicles can also be driven on roads for servicing purposes within a short distance from their place of garaging.
A vehicle can also be used for an additional 60 days per year of driving outside of Club organised events but these drives must be entered into a log-book before commencing driving on that day. In practice, this simply means entering a date and time on a sheet of paper (log book) supplied during the RMS registration process.
More information on the NSW RMS website
See step-by-step procedure on the Ferrari Club NSW website under NSW Historic Vehicle Registration Rules
Contact:
Paul Sapienza
NSW Historic Registrar
Ferrari Club of Australia
6 McCall Ave, Croydon Park NSW 2133
Email historicregistrar@fcansw.org
Phone 0422 069 748
SOUTH AUSTRALIA: Conditional Registration
In South Australia conditional registration allows certain vehicle types to be registered for use on the road network. To be eligible the vehicle manufacture date must be prior to 1 January 1979 and usage is restricted to no more than 90 days in each 12 month registration period.
In recognition of their limited use, vehicles are exempt from registration charges and only pay a third party insurance premium, administration fees and a reduced emergency services levy.
The vehicle cannot be driven for fee, hire or reward and the owner of the vehicle must be a financial member of a recognised motor vehicle club. Before the start of each journey, details of the journey must be recorded in a log book.
The owner must provide a statutory declaration to the Ferrari Club annually, verifying the eligibility of their vehicle to remain registered under the scheme.
The owner must make their vehicle available for inspection at the request of the Registrar of Motor Vehicles or their recognised motor vehicle club.
In addition the Log book must be:
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Issued by recognised motor vehicle clubs, and
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In a form approved by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles, and
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Carried in the vehicle at all times during a journey.
Summary of procedures for Conditional Registration of a Historic Vehicle is:
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Confirm the owner is a current financial Ferrari Club member.
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Check any current or existing log books or permits.
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Check on whether vehicle has any exemption documentation by department’s vehicle standards division.
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Check to see that vehicle has compliance with specified South Australian Rules.
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Check Vehicle manufacture date is prior to 1 January 1979.
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Carry out vehicle inspection for accuracy of vehicle’s specification when compared with the original equipment the manufacture specified for the same year, make and model.
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Fill in all approval forms regarding historic registration.
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Sight proof of registration documents from owner
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Issue log book.
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Explain terms and conditions of Conditional registration.
More information on the SA Government website
Contact (business hours):
Mario Labriosciano
SA Historic Register
Ferrari Club Australia
c/- Veloce Motorsport
15 River Street
Hindmarsh SA
Phone 08 8346 3766
WESTERN AUSTRALIA: Concessional License (Code 404)
Vehicles owned by Ferrari Club members resident in WA may be eligible to participate in the concessional registration scheme for unique and historic vehicles which are used on a limited basis by their owners as a recreation or hobby.
The vehicle must either be unique, or be at least 25 years old, to be classified within the “Unique & Historic” category.
The vehicle must be stock and not modified.
The distance travelled within WA should not exceed 2,000 miles or 3,000 km on average each year.
The License papers must be kept in the vehicle.
There are three main categories of use permitted under this registration scheme :
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Events organised or approved by the Ferrari Club, or any club affiliated with Council of Motoring Clubs (WA).
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Occasional test runs of up to a 50km radius from “home.”
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Specific occasions not related to club use such as weddings when permission is first obtained from the appropriate club.
Travel to and from interstate club events is permitted.
Annual vehicle inspection is not required, however the Ferrari Club registrar must endorse the registration renewal each year. The annual registration fee is around $100.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the WA Transport website in this PDF document
More information on the WA Transport website
More information on Council of Motoring Clubs (CMC) Western Australia website
There are 3 forms to complete:
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Form E81 - Vintage Vehicle License Concession Code 404 Application from WA Transport website.
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Form CMC1 - Certificate of Financial Membership from CMC (WA) website.
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Form CMC2 - Application for Assessment of a Unique/Historic Vehicle from CMC (WA) website.
Contact:
Steve Lucas
WA President
Ferrari Club Australia
Email wa@fca.org.au
Phone 0414 464 661
VICTORIA: VicRoads Club Permit Scheme
The Ferrari Club Australia Inc. (Victoria Branch) provides access to the VicRoads Club Permit Scheme.
All Ferrari vehicles 25 years or older from the date of manufacture are eligible along with non-marque cars and motorcycles on a case by case basis. You can drive up to a maximum of 45 or 90 days, at any time:
About the scheme
VicRoads New Applications:
1. Obtain a Certificate of Roadworthiness. Note, these are valid for 30 days from date of issue.
2. From Step 4 in this VicRoads webpage, fill out all sections of the VicRoads forms:
“Vehicle eligibility and standards declaration for club permit vehicles” and
“Club Permit application”
3. Copy your current Club membership receipt of payment or Club membership card (both sides if the card) to provide proof of current membership.
4. Upload the required images, vehicle information and receipt of Club membership or Club Membership card (both sides if the card) to the Club database below.
5. Make contact with one of the three authorised signatories and provide them with:
(i) Vehicle Eligibility and Standards Declaration for Club Permit vehicles form, filled out correctly and completely.
(ii) Club Permit Application form, filled out correctly and completely.
(iii) Copy of your receipt of Club membership or Club membership card (both sides if the card)
(iv) Copy of the Certificate of Roadworthiness
Documents you need to submit to VicRoads with your application:
● Your evidence of identity e.g. a Victorian Driver Licence
● Original completed Club Permit Application form
● Original completed Vehicle Eligibility and Standards Declaration form
● An original Certificate of Roadworthiness
● Payment of fees that will include the TAC, permit fee and log book fee
● Evidence of ownership or management of the vehicle
● An original VASS Approval Certificate, if applicable
Note: All documents must be original. Certified, emailed or faxed copies are not accepted. However, VicRoads are in the process of streamlining the Club Permit System, you may be able to submit documents via email in the future. Ask your local VicRoads office for further details.
Your plates will be issued over the counter. You can now purchase slimline plates. At some VicRoads offices, you may need to make an appointment.
VicRoads Renewal Applications:
Your Club Permit Renewal is usually posted or emailed by VicRoads four to six weeks before expiry.
Contact VicRoads if it does not arrive within this time frame.
FCA Club Signatories:
You must have the renewal form signed by an Authorised FCA Club Signatory. You will need:
• Club Permit renewal form from VicRoads
• Copy of your receipt of Club membership or Club membership card (both sides if the card).
If you do not have these two items above, your renewal cannot be signed.
You may make an appointment with an Authorised Club Signatory to have your Club Permit renewal signed in person. Or you can post the forms. If you elect to renew via post, you must include a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Express or Registered Post envelopes are preferred. You can also renew via email.
You may use any of these Signatories irrespective of your location.
Authorised Club Signatory - Inner East, Northern Region and renewals by post:
Carl Jones
P.O. Box 336
Batman, 3058
0434 768 308
(Not available February each year)
Authorised Club Signatory - South East Region:
Doug Willersdorf-Greene
0407 885 735
Authorised Club Signatory - Eastern Region:
Robert Hayden
0412 386 362
FCA online form:
All members MUST complete this FCA online form.
Go to the FCA VIC website Historic Plates page and scroll down 1-2 pages to the heading "ALL MEMBERS MUST COMPLETE THIS SECTION" and fill out the form and submit photos.
Supplementary information:
Once you have received the renewal for your Club Permit in the mail or via email and you do not wish to change your period of days (45 or 90), you must:
● Have the renewal signed to declare that you are a current member of the Ferrari Club Australia Inc.
● Attend any VicRoads Customer Service Centre to pay the renewal fee
● Or renew via email
A Club Permit will be cancelled by VicRoads if not renewed within 90 days of the expiry date.
● The Ferrari Club Australia Inc. is obliged to inform VicRoads should your membership lapse beyond 31 July. The result of which, your Club Permit will be cancelled.
● The Club Permit certificate is to be attached to the nominated page in the Club Permit logbook but only after payment has been processed and the certificate stamped by VicRoads.
Vehicle Eligibility:
A Club Permit can be issued to the vehicles in the following categories:
● Veteran vehicles manufactured before 1 January 1919. Includes trailers, heavy vehicles and modified vehicles such as street rods.
● Vintage vehicles manufactured after 31 December 1918 and before 1 January 1931. Includes trailers, heavy vehicles and modified vehicles such as street rods.
● Classic and historic vehicles manufactured after 31 December 1930. Includes trailers, heavy vehicles and modified vehicles such as street rods. This category can also include replica vehicles. A replica is an individually constructed light motor vehicle that closely resembles the appearance and dimensions of the original production vehicle.
All vehicles in this category must be more than 25 years older than the date on your Club Permit application.
A Club Permit vehicle must comply with the Vehicle Standards, appropriate to the date the vehicle was manufactured.
A Club Permit cannot be issued to:
● a currently registered vehicle
● a vehicle on the Victorian or an interstate Written-off Vehicles Register
● a vehicle that has a sheriff’s office or hoon sanction or that is stolen
● a vehicle used for commercial purposes, hire or reward (e.g. wedding hire)
Calculating the vehicle’s manufacture date:
● If your vehicle is fitted with an Australian compliance plate, the plate date is the date of manufacture
● If your vehicle is fitted with an import compliance plate or has no compliance plate, the date of manufacture is determined by a manufactures build plate, a chassis number or documentary evidence from the manufacturer’s records
● If your vehicle does not meet either of the above requirements, Vic Roads may determine the manufacture date based on information sourced from our registration database, historical data, or evidence from our vehicle safety and compliance expert.
Do you need a Certificate of Roadworthiness?
● All club permit vehicles manufactured after 1 January 1949 require a Certificate of Roadworthiness. .
Do you need a Vehicle Assessment Signatory Scheme (VASS) Club Permit approval certificate?
You’ll need to get a Vehicles Assessment Signatory Scheme (VASS) Club Permit approval certificate when the vehicle:
● is modified outside what is permitted in the Vehicle Standards or the guidelines OR
● wasn’t originally produced for the Australian market (no compliance plate and/or previous Australian registration history) and was manufactured after 31 December 1968
The club permit application must be signed and dated and received within 30 days of the declaration date on the Vehicle Eligibility and Standards Declaration for Club Permit Vehicles form.
Club Permit holders must:
● Ensure that the vehicle is only used for private use and is not used for commercial use, hire or reward.
● Ensure they are familiar with their particular club’s requirements for club permit holders
● Ensure they are familiar with the log book requirements
● Maintain financial membership of the club at all times whilst holding a club permit
● Ensure that the log book and permit is carried in the vehicle at all times the vehicle is in use
● Not drive left hand drive Club Permit vehicles at night unless all the required lamps, including dipping headlamps, are fitted and suitable for right hand drive.
Use of Victorian Club Permit vehicles interstate:
● Club Permit vehicles may be driven throughout all States and Territories (except Western Australia) provided the vehicle complies with Victorian requirements for the holding of the club permit.
● Victorian Club Permit vehicles cannot be used on Western Australian roads. They are considered to be unlicensed. (Unlicensed is the same as unregistered in Victoria).
● Operators wishing to participate in outings in Western Australia should request the appropriate Western Australian club officials obtain a permit (a fee may be required) from the Licensing Branch in Perth.
Further reading on AOMC webpage
