nerves like nylon, nerves like steel

There are amazing things to be learned from the people at the
DMV. When my wife was
going through our property tax forms for the new year, she noticed a
classification for “historic vehicle”. I’d heard mention of that on the DMV
website, but didn’t pay much attention to it.

When I was in the DMV getting the title and plates for our

newest car, I asked the woman I’d been working with about it.
Come to find out, any car that is 25 years old or older qualifies. There are
mileage and usage restrictions, but as I’m not using the Spit as my daily
driver, I can live with those. The best part: I don’t have to pass all of the
emissions and safety inspections (scary!). Additionally, there is only a
one-time fee to get the plates, unless you opt for personalized plates, then
they charge you an additional $15 per year.

I didn’t even blink. Give me the form, where do I sign?

It’s amazing what a little elbow grease and cleaner will do. The

interior of the car is the what needs the most attention, and that’s
where I plan on starting. The majority of the work is cleaning up and replacing
old parts: carpet, seals, etc.

These pictures show what 15 minutes with some cleaner, a rag, and
elbow grease can do with a dirty passenger seat.