[boxhead]

Hi there everyone, I have started delving into this and dont want to say too much, but each state and territory has differnt regs.
I can only speak for the NT but as it stands I am awaiting to hear from the governing bodies as to weather a replica (not kit) car will qualify if it is a replica of a car that is more than 30 years old.
If my replica is deemed to be eligable then I can apply for club plates.
In the NT because of the low volume of cars the plates issued are the same for clubs and for Street Rods (SR plates) all NT plates are red and white and start with VCC (but in saying that you can pay to have personalised plates but these are still red and whites)
To get club plates then you must be a member of a club that is an approved issuer of club plates, of which right now there is one in Alice Springs (there is a second club just starting and they have applied for permission to issue plates) the only current club is more aimed at the older vehicles in a stock standard form, but are not closed to the thought of other vehicles.
I met with the local club Vice President last night and we discussed this in some detail.
One point he did make clear is that the plates are only to be issued for testing purposes and club events, a log book must be kept and a vehicle can travel to a maximum of 100kls per week.
If a vehicle is seen to be being used on a regular basis, example being to drive to work, then the club can act toward having the plates removed.
If a second complaint is made to the MVR and there has been no action taken by the club then the club can loose there permission to issue plates. (this is something that could affect you Lindsey)
The second club just starting is aimed at the hotrod and modified vehicle arena.
The local guy I saw last night was extreemly helpfull and did not make me feel that my style of car would not be welcomed, for as he realises his club needs to move forward with the times or they will no longer be there.
(so much for a short reply)