Louisiana Department of Public Safety Office of Motor Vehicles - 8.01 Antique Vehicles - Section 4 Motor Vehicle Registration Requirements

Sep 19, 2026

Policy of Louisiana Department of Public Safety, Office of Motor Vehicles, governing title issuance for antique, classic, or vintage vehicles when no current record of ownership exists, and detailing requirements for applying the antique motor vehicle sales tax exemption. It defines antique vehicles as at least thirty-five years old, specifies acceptable processing centers, enumerates document submissions (application DPSMV 1799, certified physical inspection affidavit, notarized bill of sale/invoice, and related statements), lists applicable fees, and sets exemption eligibility and effective timing from July 1, 2025.

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Antique Motor Vehicle

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Obtaining a Title When No Current Record Exists

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Antique Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption

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Louisiana Department of Public Safety Office of Motor Vehicles 8.01 Antique Vehicles Section: 4. Motor Vehicle Registration Requirements Effective Date: 05/01/1986 Revised Date: 03/25/2026 Purpose This policy describes requirements for obtaining a title on antique, classic, or vintage vehicles when no current record of ownership exists and requirements for the antique motor vehicle tax exemption. Definitions: • Antique Motor Vehicle – Motor vehicle that is at least thirty-five years old General: • Transactions on these vehicles may be processed by any Motor Vehicle Customer Service Center or Public Tag Agency. Obtaining a Title on Antique, Classic, or Vintage Vehicles When No Current Record of Ownership Exists Authority: R.S. 32:707(L) To view Louisiana Statutes: [https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx](https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx) General: • State statute provides for the issuance of a certificate of title for an antique, classic, or vintage vehicle when there is no current record of ownership on which to base the issuance of a new title. Requirements: • A completed Vehicle Application form ( DPSMV 1799 ) . • Affidavit of physical inspection. The physical inspection must be performed by a full-time Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T. ) certified law enforcement officer who has been certified by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Office of State Police, to inspect motor vehicles. • Notarized bill of sale or invoice from owner • Security Agreement, if applicable • Statement from applicant attesting to his membership in an organized automobile club Note: This procedure is only to be used when NO current record of ownership can be determined. If the current owner information is determined, the applicant must follow the normal titling procedure for vehicles. Fees: • Title fee • Handling fee • License plate fee, if applicable • Mortgage recordation fee, if applicable • Sales/use tax Antique Motor Vehicle Tax Exemption Authority: R.S. 47:463 .8 R.S. 47:337 .9 R.S. 47:305 .25 To view Louisiana Statutes: [https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx](https://legis.la.gov/legis/home.aspx) [Eligibility:](Eligibility:) • No state or local sales tax will be due when: o The vehicle is at least thirty-five years old and not being used for commercial purposes o The antique vehicle is valued in excess of ten thousand dollars o An antique plate is issued at the time the sales tax exemption is applied ▪ The license plate fee for issuance or transfer of an antique plate, when issued in combination with the antique vehicle sales tax exemption, shall be one thousand dollars ($1,000) Requirements: • The antique motor vehicle tax exemption can only be applied to antique vehicle sales or transfers on July 1, 2025 or after. • The following documents must be submitted: o All applicable documents listed in Section 4, Policy 2.00 Basic Requirements for Obtaining a Certificate of Title o All documents listed in Section 5, Policy 1.00 License Plate Antique, Classic, or Vintage Motor Vehicles o Antique Motor Vehicle Sales Tax Exemption Certificate (R-1399) Fees: • Title Fee • $1,000 .00 one-time antique plate license fee. The antique plate fee will be assessed at a rate of $1,000 .00 only if plate is being issued at the time the antique vehicle tax exemption is applied or $1,000 .00 transfer fee if the antique plate registered to the vehicle is being transferred to the new owner at the time the antique vehicle tax exemption is applied. • $8.00 handling fee. • $3.50 administrative handling fee will be due, in addition to the antique license plate fee at initial issuance • Office fee, if applicable Note: Applicable taxes are due on transfers of antique vehicles valued at $10,000 .00 or less.

FAQs

What is the purpose of this policy for antique vehicles?

It sets requirements to obtain a title for antique, classic, or vintage vehicles when no current ownership record exists, and it describes requirements for the antique motor vehicle tax exemption.

What documents are required to obtain a title when there is no current record of ownership?

A completed Vehicle Application (DPSMV 1799), an affidavit of physical inspection by a POST-certified officer, a notarized bill of sale or invoice, any applicable security agreement, and a statement attesting membership in an organized automobile club.

Who is eligible for the antique motor vehicle tax exemption and when can it be applied?

The vehicle must be at least thirty-five years old, not used for commercial purposes, valued over $10,000, and an antique plate must be issued when the exemption is applied; the exemption applies only to sales or transfers on July 1, 2025 or after.

Sep 19, 2026

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