http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/forum.pl Latest forum posts Wed, 05 Oct 2011 23:50:00 GMT 120 mwForum 2.10.2 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=23170 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=23170 John M 2900 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:36:52 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
Before purchasing, I called DelDOT and was (correctly) told that, in lieu of a title, I would need a transferable registration.  Fortunately, the seller had one and I made the purchase.  Then the fun began.

Fortunately, it was legal, although the wipers moved about as quickly as tortoise in a mudslide.  The inspector asked me if they can go any faster.  I offered to rev the engine and he quickly put his hands up and said it's okay (it's an indoor station, after all).

This is important:  Make sure that your serial number is accessible.  I forgot to bring a screwdriver to remove the carpet and --- would you believe that they don't have ANY tools at the DMV???  I was finally able to chew the screw off with my teeth (yes, I am exaggerating, but not much) and we confirmed the number!!!! (but not until AFTER he'd written on my registration that I needed to take it to the Auto Theft Unit, where my car would have been impounded for a couple of days)...

Next, I had to go to emissions.  They put the sniffer in my pipe (yes, 1969 was BEFORE OBD II) and I passed easily, which was fortunate, as I was in serious need of a rebuild on both Webers.

Then it is off to the inside, where a nice lady (yes, they do exist at the DMV... but they're rare) took care of the rest of it.  She had a lot of questions, though.  She asked if it was modified and I told her that it is a Beetle, but they removed the body panels and installed a fiberglass body.  Eventually (after nearly an hour at the window), I was given a title to my 1969 Volkswagen Convertible (no model name).

About the biggest issue inside was that the guy outside never crossed off the ATU info from my registration, and she had to confirm that I no longer needed to impound my car there (and whatever associated fees that would come with it).

She ran my VIN and mentioned that, even though the previous owner told me on numerous occasions that there was no title, a title had been issued twice... in 2007 and in 2011.  Although I'm concerned about that (and will try to look into it), I'm just happy to say that we passed and have a tag!!!!  For a two-year registration (which, at $80, was the majority of the cost) and all that goes with it (including a 3¾% tax on the value of a 1969 Beetle), it cost a little under $120.]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=23050 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=23050 JACK 1467 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:52:21 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... I found out, I have to send my title and 4 photo's of the buggyand dash  plus photo of the trany eng and 60.00 + 7% tax  and have to wait one to two months,then make a app at the dmv only 3 do this in the state of n.j. and after all of that hopefully let me say that hopefully work's out .    ]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22320 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22320 Tom & Kathleen I 639 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:27:46 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22319 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22319 andrew s 1965 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:15:57 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22311 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22311 Tom & Kathleen I 639 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:31:42 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
All I can suggest is to go to DMV (or online) and get a copy of the composite rules before you bring the car back.  Knowing what they want will save you another trip.  Go through the rules with a "fine tooth comb" because they will do the same with your car.  You may have some major issues like needing a steel "firewall" between the gas tank & passenger compartment or no AS1 marking on the windshield.  If you bring your copy of their rules with everything checked off, they will know you are serious about getting it right.

Don't mind adding the mudflaps and stuff, you can remove that after you pass.  If you have any other questions, send me a PM and we can talk.

Good luck!  Tom]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22310 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22310 andrew s 1965 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 16:57:01 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... I need all the help and prayers you guys can give me!!
We have a dune Buggy that i bought from South Carolina.
The previouse owner had it composite inspection and registered  and tagged by SC DMV as the following.
Make: Custom
Model: SCDMV
year: 2007
Body Style: Dnebug
Title: Y ( they issued one in SC and one in CT)
Serial number was assinned as SCDMV xxxxxxxxx so it has a number when inspected in SC
CT made me go get vin verification in weathersfield. I had to tow it down and the guys looked at it made me put mud flaps on and fender flare extentions and so on because since it was inspected and registered out of state they could only make me do what  they saw wrong. They said since it was registered in another state this is all they could do. I also had to show them it was registered in SC and prove it by giving them the plate number it had which fourtunatly i had the number from a picture and they actually went on SC Dmv to prove it.
I did all they asked towed it back and they said ok stamped my paper and i registered it.
Now i receive in the mail yesterday emissions form. I am told i have to go to emmisions but being a composite i am supposed to be exempt. I receive this emissions form for testing 2 years later........
Called DMV they said it was not catagorized as composite now in order to do that i have to go through the whole composite  testing and inspection!!!!!!!!
I asked if they can switch paperwork and was told no.
I am going to find all my paperwork and go down in person but i am told unless it is changed or i have it pass current emmisions they will suspend my registration.
I did all they wanted and now i have to go through instection.
I was also given the name of a LT Baio to call and discuss this with him and knowing my luck he will pull my registration.
Anyone go through something like this?
Any Suggestions??
Not very happy
Let me know your thoughts
Thanks
Andy]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22223 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22223 Tom & Kathleen I 639 Wed, 25 May 2011 14:20:31 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22221 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=22221 Jamie A 2644 Wed, 25 May 2011 13:55:20 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
So that is my experience in TN. My Buggy is registered as a 1969 VW Beetle. No modified title. Although I did have to submit as part of my Registration a form to be filled with the state telling who build the buggy and what parts were being used from the original beetle and have that signed and notorized. Now I am fat and sassy.]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=20097 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=20097 Jeff GS Tue, 18 Jan 2011 22:19:47 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... I think Street Rod plates are about the most applicable for "custom cars" like fiberglass buggies.

My Deserter was last titled in VA too, but as a Deserter convertible (I believe).  I plan to advertise it as a "kit car" that I rebuilt and made road worthy again.

Jeff]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=20094 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=20094 Jim C 2431 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 19:40:20 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
Too late .. they slammed the door on me. The car was built/titled/plated in VA .. moved to OH where the title reads; 'Homemade'.  A deal killer.  The easiest thing for the window person to say was; "I have to speak to my supervisor." .. the supervisor say; "I have to call Glen Burnie."  ..."GB said no." 

End of conversation.  Careful.

Jim]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19846 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19846 stressfree s 2527 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 22:23:51 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19840 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19840 Jay H Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:26:59 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
its been painted and upgraded through the years would probably work for all the clones. As long as we're not talking a tbucket to a manx that is.

Ok, enough of me working around "the man".

Jay]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19839 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19839 Tom & Kathleen I 639 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 12:35:35 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ... http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19836 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19836 Jay H Fri, 07 Jan 2011 03:24:16 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...
Good luck with your reg in PA... I know nothing about that state as far as reg goes. :(

Jay]]> http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19825 http://www.dunebuggyarchives.com/forum/topic_show.pl?pid=19825 stressfree s 2527 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:24:35 GMT State by State Dune Buggy registration info ...