if i convert a classic car to a diesel will it still qualify for free tax?

Answer 1

If the car was first registered before 1973, you could run it on chicken sh** and still get a free tax disc.

Answer 2

It is just date of first registration, not fuel, be careful, classic diesels are pathetic, and classic transmissions just wont cope with diesel torque, and where will you find a suiable diff, You could end up with a 70 mph top speed and an engine which only lasts 5000 miles, Could be one hell of an expensive way to save a few bob.
I fancy a Triumpg GT6 with a Rover 218 turbo diesel, but even with an overdrive it will only do about 80 at peak revs 4000 whereas it has the torque to do 80 at 2 500 , the diff just aint available, unless a merc one or something could be grafted on.

Answer 3

If it was registered pre 1973 then yes it should still do so.You may take a hit on its value but if its one that is regularly modified i dont see much of a problem.
Remember that a diesel engine is usually slightly heavier than a petrol engine so you may need to uprate the front springs and possibly the brakes too.
Regularly modified classics?By that i mean such as the Morris Minor [All sorts of lumps from twin cam fiat engines to rover v8s have been persuaded into them. I suggest a 1527cc Peugoet with Marina discs and coilovers on the front] or Ford Escort Mk 2.
Lots of others to choose from too.
Sacriledge? Ahh its your car.

Answer 4

Why on earth would you want to ruin the character of a classic car by putting in a diesel engine?

Answer 5

Yes

Answer 6

You could put a v8 in and can change everything on the cars shell, remember to update the log book, and tell your insurance company, or you wont be insured.

Answer 7

n

Answer 8

don't modify that car! you'll be screwed if you do!