Motor Car (Classic Cars) Amendment Act 2023

What this bill does

This bill creates a new legal category called "classic cars" for vehicles that are 25 years or older. It sets up rules for importing these older cars, limits when they can be driven (weekends and holidays only), and gives them reduced licensing fees.

If passed (voted YES)

• Car enthusiasts can legally import and register classic cars (25+ years old) that were previously banned as "used cars"
• Classic car owners pay 60% less in licensing fees but can only drive on weekends and public holidays
• Maximum of 200 classic cars allowed on Bermuda's roads, with various application fees ($500 for classification, $1,000 for import permits)

If rejected (voted NO)

• The current ban on importing used cars remains in place, preventing classic car imports
• No special licensing discounts or legal framework for vintage vehicle enthusiasts
• Existing classic cars with "CL" plates continue under current unclear legal status

Who it affects

This primarily affects car collectors and vintage automobile enthusiasts who want to import or own classic vehicles in Bermuda. It also impacts the broader community by potentially adding up to 200 additional vehicles to the island's roads, though only during weekends and holidays.