§ 13–936
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Transp. § 13-936 (2026)
Title 13. Vehicle Laws -- Certificates of Title and Registration of Vehicles
Subtitle 9. Registration Classifications and Fees
§ 13–936LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “historic motor vehicle” means a motor vehicle, including a passenger vehicle, motorcycle, or truck that:
(1)
Is a model year of 1999 or earlier;
(2)
Has not been substantially altered from the manufacturer’s original design; and
(3)
Meets criteria contained in regulations adopted by the Administration.
(b)
In this section, “historic motor vehicle” does not include a vehicle that has been remanufactured or reconstructed as a replica of an original vehicle.
(c)
If registered with the Administration under this section, every historic motor vehicle is a Class L (historic) vehicle.
(d)
Except as provided in subsection (i) of this section, for each Class L (historic) vehicle, the annual registration fee is:
(1)
On or after July 1, 2024, but before July 1, 2025, $45.50; and
(2)
On or after July 1, 2025, $55.50.
(e)
In applying for registration of a historic motor vehicle under this section, the owner of the vehicle shall submit with the application a certification that the vehicle for which the application is made:
(1)
Will be maintained for use in exhibitions, club activities, parades, tours, and occasional transportation; and
(2)
Will not be used:
(i)
For general daily transportation;
(ii)
Primarily for the transportation of passengers or property on highways;
(iii)
For employment;
(iv)
For transportation to and from employment or school; or
(v)
For commercial purposes.
(f)
Except as provided in § 13–936.1 of this subtitle, on registration of a vehicle under this section, the Administration shall issue a special, historic motor vehicle registration plate of the size and design that the Administration determines.
(g)
Unless the presence of the equipment was specifically required by a statute of this State as a condition of sale when the vehicle was manufactured, the presence of any specific equipment is not required for the operation of a vehicle registered under this section.
(h)
(1)
A vehicle with a model year of 1985 or earlier registered under this section is exempt from any statute that requires vehicle inspections.
(2)
A vehicle registered under this section is exempt from any statute that requires the use and inspection of emission controls.
(i)
(1)
For a motor vehicle manufactured at least 60 years prior to the current model year, there is a onetime registration fee of $50.00.
(2)
Registration of a motor vehicle manufactured under this subsection is not transferable to a subsequent owner.