[The Champ]

Article on old car friendliness I received in an email from Hagerty.

https://www.hagerty.com/articles-vi....0_Weekend_News

The methodology used consists of classic car registration, usage restrictions, inspection requirements, taxes, road quality, traffic and weather.

May affect our decisions on relocating in retirement...

I currently live in the most old car friendly state in the country - despite it's shorter driving seasons.

We have been contemplating moving to Tennessee - but Tennessee is ranked #45. I was looking at income tax savings, a longer driving season and the music and sports scene in the Nashville area as pluses.

But the usage restrictions have me worried about not being able to enjoy my old cars:

However, that’s only good for weekends and special events, and according to Somer, “If you are caught using on a regular basis your registration can be revoked.” The state notes that if that happens, you’re responsible for all the fees to register the vehicle as a general-use vehicle.

I'd appreciate hearing from any TN members about this aspect of old car ownership and driving in TN. If this is the way it really works - would it make more sense to just get regular plates?