TX Can't get title/registration in Texas - suggestions?

[lonestar1]

We had our M1078 insured in Texas with Progressive. We had the DMV register it as well from the Insurance paperwork. It is registered as a large truck. No special plates or tags. We included the correct size, weight and everything. They even googled it at the DMV and saw what it looked like. We did have to get a weight ticket at the truck stop and provide that with the initial registration.

 

[338ken]

If you have the FMV paper filled out and the pictures it requires. Nothing else needs to be done legally with a clerk who knows what they are doing. Kindly suggesting they call Austin is your best bet the next time this happens. I have to use that suggestion every time we get a new clerk at our office.

What does FMV do for you ? I am having trouble getting insurance for my M35A3 because I want to use it not just drive empty to parades. Private use not for hire

 

[hike]

What does FMV do for you ? I am having trouble getting insurance for my M35A3 because I want to use it not just drive empty to parades. Private use not for hire

The FMV paperwork is for registering in the Former Military Vehicle sub-class under Antique vehicles in Texas. It will do nothing for you if you wish to regularly use your vehicle.

For insurance we use State Farm for our not for hire regular use M1078, many folks also use progressive—

 

[338ken]

The FMV paperwork is for registering in the Former Military Vehicle sub-class under Antique vehicles in Texas. It will do nothing for you if you wish to regularly use your vehicle.

For insurance we use State Farm for our not for hire regular use M1078, many folks also use progressive—

If you are in Texas can you please post your agent contact info. These women in Georgetown do not have a clue and are no help.

 

[hike]

If you are in Texas can you please post your agent contact info. These women in Georgetown do not have a clue and are no help.

Justin Hamilton 830.896.0446 State Farm Kerrville

 

[MarkM]

Justin Hamilton 830.896.0446 State Farm Kerrville

Perfect response to the posed question.


Mark

 

[338ken]

Justin Hamilton 830.896.0446 State Farm Kerrville

Thank You Sir. Will try him Monday

 

[txturbo]

I went to the DMV today with a North Carolina title in hand and all required paperwork -- or so I thought. I want to register it as a Former Military Vehicle given the difference in cost. 5 years is $50 and no inspections. Regular registration is about $750 in fees over 5 years. As we were going through the process they lady at the counter told me that since the title doesn't specifically say, "former military vehicle" that it has to be registered as a regular vehicle. Also no weight on the title. So it seems I'll have to weigh it, get an actual inspection, and pay them their fees... I have asked the state of NC for a certified copy of all the military-related documents that were provided when it was titled in 2016 so maybe that will change things but she said it "has to be on the title". Anyone experience something similar?

Don’t deal directly with the DMV. Hire an auto title service. Every time you go back to the DMV you will get a different person and a new set of rules. Title services deal with these people everyday and know what has to be done and they have contacts to get it done. My buddy owns a title company and has performed miracles with titles. And you know it’s done right and legal.