What is a replica motor vehicle?

A replica motor vehicle, as defined in federal statutes, is a motor vehicle produced by a low-volume manufacturer that (i) is intended to resemble the body of another motor vehicle that was manufactured not less than 25 years before the manufacture of the replica motor vehicle; and (ii) is manufactured under a license for the product configuration, trade dress, trademark, or patent, for the motor vehicle that is intended to be replicated from the original manufacturer, its successors or assignees, or current owner of such product configuration, trade dress, trademark, or patent rights.

Please note: A “kit car” does not meet the definition of a replica motor vehicle. ”Kit cars” are considered composite vehicles.

Inspection
Replica motor Vehicles do not require a safety inspection prior to registration.

Emissions
Replica motor vehicles are exempt from Connecticut emissions requirements.

Title
All replica motor Vehicles will be issued a Connecticut title.

Please note: Replica motor vehicles may not be registered with Classic plates.

Replica Manufacturer / model may be verified here.