Show Truck - Not For Hire

IFTA is based on weight/axles: 3 or more axles (regardless of weight), more than 26,001 #s,And traveling in more than one jurisdiction(state/province).

You have 3 categories to check and make sure you are compliant in/with
1 would be having a CDL if needed. CDls are based on weight/type, not on what you are hauling or not hauling.
2 would be the proper registration for the truck/trailer.
3 would be compliance w/ any applicable FMCSA regulations.

This topic is often discussed. While often mentioned, FMCSA does not recognize in any regulations the category "not for hire." There is a brief mention of the occasional moving of personal property, but you won't find some regulatory oasis with that title, or a requirement for lettering certain types of vehicles with it. Call your state's FMCSA office and speak to a compliance person.

 

And remember, a private carrier still needs a DOT # and all the jazz that goes with that. You don't need an MC #, or the insurance filing that goes with it.

 

What year of truck are you thinking about showing? Looks like it has to be 35 years old to get a historical plate in NM.

I would suggest contacting the ATHS to ask questions about how their members do it. You have two chapters in your state.

ATHS San Juan Mtn Chapter
Box 1002
Aztec NM 87410

ATHS New Mexico Chapter
9015 Liberty Dr NE
Albuquerque NM 87109

This thread is chock full of misinformation. I suggest contacting the people that have older trucks and only have them for show. Also ATHS can point you to insurance companies that have limited mileage policies for older trucks. The resources are there, and they will help you along the way.

 

My truck is setup and licensed as an rv, just used it today to haul lumber because it is a flat bed with a large sleeper on it. I had not for hire on it, got pulled over and after that I took it off, the cop said it wasn't but the state said it was and the lawyer said tell them to ticket you and let it get tossed.

Get it licensed as an rv, use rv insurance with a rider for the value of the truck.

 

Not fir hire has is not relevant. The distinction is "commercial" and "non-commercial".

 

omg I Want one

 

Shoot put apportioned tags on it and use it in the summer months. I have a truck that is entered in shows and I also pull 3-4 loads a month with it just so it earns it keep.

 

Maybe if you ask, Carl Jr will buy you one

 

Here is something to think about. Many of the '70s trucks have door signs and lettering from defunct companies. Does this affect them, or are most DOT smarter than those supplying disinformation?