Patina vehicles and campervans will be permitted under changes to Tasmania's Special Interest Vehicles Scheme.
The changes follow a detailed review of the scheme's guidelines, including a survey which received nearly 3,500 responses.
Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, said the survey identified improvements which could be made to the scheme.
"It was clear from the feedback the rules around vehicle appearance and condition were frustrating for car enthusiasts," Minister Vincent said.
"We have listened to the feedback, and we are cutting red tape by changing the guidelines to allow patina and minor paint imperfections.
"While the scheme continues to encourage owners to maintain their vehicles to a very high standard, the new guidelines recognise a level of wear and tear is inevitable in older cars, even when driven and maintained with care."
These amendments are among the changes intended to better support vehicle owners and provide clearer guidance on eligibility.
The survey demonstrated overwhelming support - 86 per cent - for permitting Special Interest Vehicles to tow or carry a load applicable to the intent of scheme, while 69 per cent of respondents also supported the inclusion of campervans. Both will be implemented, along with amendments to accept minor vehicle modifications and introduction of a digital logbook.
A new and improved printed logbook will be available for those who prefer to keep a physical record of their car use. The new logbook options are set for release early next year.
The Special Interest Scheme was amended last year to allow vehicles to display personalised number plates.
Liberal Member for Braddon, Roger Jaensch, said the Tasmanian Government has delivered on its election promise to address problems raised by SI vehicle owners.
"This is about making sure these guidelines reflect the intentions of the scheme, which is to support those who invest in the preservation of our motoring history," Mr Jaensch said.
"Special Interest Vehicles are survivors – that's what makes them special and interesting. These changes recognise the value of original vehicles and the efforts people take to look after them."
The Special Interest Scheme was established in 2001 and there are currently about 8,600 vehicles registered under the scheme. Eligible vehicles must be at least 30 years old and meet criteria relating to condition and use or be used for rally or charity car events.
Simplified guidelines incorporating the changes have been published to the Transport Tasmania website, replacing the previous handbook.
Visit www.transport.tas.gov.au/registration/special-interest
