Collector Vehicle specialty design plate
New Collector Vehicle plate requirements effective January 15, 2026
If you own a collector vehicle, we sent you a letter notifying you of these new requirements. If you didn't receive a letter, make sure your address is up-to-date through My Account/License Express.
We are not asking all current plate holders to submit proof of new requirements, but we may reach out to you to submit proof you still qualify. If you don't respond, your plate and registration may be canceled.
Overview
- Plate requirements.
- Vehicle requirements.
- Find out the initial cost for plates.
- Submit your application and payment.
- If you use restored WA license plates
- Update your Good-to-Go! account, if needed.
1. Plate requirements
- You must be a WA state vehicle owner, to get these plates.
- They can only be used on the vehicle they were purchased for.
- The plates are displayed on the rear of the vehicle. If you provide a set of restored plates, they may be displayed on the front and rear of the vehicle.
- You don't need to display month/year tabs on the plates.
2. Vehicle requirements
Vehicles with these plates:
- NEW: You have current vehicle liability insurance or a collector vehicle insurance policy for the collector vehicle.
- NEW: You own and have valid registration for a second vehicle you use for daily driving.
- Must have a current registration.
- Be in good running order.
- Be owned and operated as collector vehicles.
- May be driven:
- To and from auto shows, circuses, parades, displays, special excursions, and antique car club meetings.
- For testing purposes.
- For the pleasure of others without compensation.
- May not be used for:
- Regular transportation in the manner of a fully licensed vehicle.
- Commercial purposes or to carry a load.
Note: These plates are available for vehicles and trailers 30 years or older.
3. Find out the initial cost for plates
| Vehicle type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Passenger | $105 |
| Truck | $105 |
| Motorcycle | $75 |
4. Submit your application and payment
Contact a vehicle licensing office to find out the total cost of your plates.
Submit a Collector Vehicle License Plate Application and payment to:
Application & Issuance
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9909
Olympia, WA 98507-8500
5. If you use restored WA license plates
You can use it on your vehicle instead of a getting a Collector Vehicle plate through us. The restored plate must be from the same year that the vehicle was manufactured. The plates must be restored to their original design. You can't use reproductions. For more information, see Restored plates.
6. Update your Good To Go! account, if needed
If you have a Good To Go! electronic tolling pass, be sure to update the contact information on your account with the Department of Transportation:
- Online: www.wsdot.wa.gov/goodtogo/
- By phone: 866-936-8246
7. If you no longer use this vehicle
You must bring your plates to your local vehicle licensing office. If you no longer own the vehicle, you need to complete a Report of Sale. Learn more about disposing of old plates or selling your vehicle.