To remain as a modified production, you can make modifications but you'll usually need to retain 60% of the original chassis.
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You’ll then need to comply with some extra requirements that may not be applicable to your vehicle now, such as burst-proof door locks, collapsible steering column, convert to right hand driver etc. You’re right using a chassis from a different make of vehicle will make it a scratch-built. From what I’ve read, if I swap the chassis it will become a scratch built? If this is so, how will this affect my plates? Or will I need to keep 60% of the factory chassis rails to keep it classed as a modified vehicle to keep my plates? I’m looking at putting a chassis from a different type of car under it. I’ve got an old project that has live plates (rego on hold). If you’re importing a vehicle with it already fitted, be prepared that it may need to be replaced by a more suitable fully-welded item. So, while it’s not specifically mentioned anywhere, it’s not an advisable modification to make. While you may only use the vehicle for show-type purposes and never have a load on the tray, the next owner may fit a tow bar and/or load up the vehicle with tools etc, putting plenty of pressure on the rear end of the chassis, which will likely end up in a bent chassis… not ideal, and certainly not something a certifier would be willing to put their name to. We’ve seen quite a few vehicles come through with these, and to date, we haven’t seen one that a certifier has deemed strong enough for the job.
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