Vehicles of Historic Interest Certification
Member of FIVA and with over 60 years of experience in classic vehicles, the Museu do Caramulo, through the Fundação Abel e João de Lacerda, is an officially recognized entity, by Order 10 298/2001, of 17/05, of the Portuguese Road Traffic Authority (DGV), to Certify Vehicles of Historic Interest.
Classic Cars (30 years or older)
Exemption from Mandatory Periodic Inspection (IPO)
Classic car status with insurance companies in the event of a dispute
Allowed to drive in low-emission zones
Valid for: 4 to 10 years, according to production year (please check the chart below)
Cost: €75
Future Classics (20 to 29 years)
Future Classic status with the insurance companies in the event of a dispute
Allowed to drive in low-emission zones
Valid for: 4 years
Cost: €75
Certificate of Preservation and Originality
The Certificate of Vehicle of Historic Interest may attest to the quality of preservation and originality of a vehicle, recognising it as a Classic or Future Classic, namely with insurance companies in case of a dispute, and allowing it to be driven in low-emission zones.
Exemption from Mandatory Periodic Inspection (IPO)
During the validity period of the certification, all vehicles certified as vehicles of historic interest are exempt from mandatory periodic inspection. Vehicles with at least 30 years of registration, of a model no longer manufactured, subject to historic preservation, in original condition and without significantly modified technical features are considered in this category.
Exemption from Single Circulation Tax (IUC)
All vehicles imported from an EU country with first registration prior to 1981 are exempt from IUC. All vehicles after 1981 can obtain an exemption from IUC provided they are certified as a Vehicle of Historic Interest and are at least 30 years old from the date of production.
Areas to check in certifications
Body – It should have no modifications and be well maintained, with no rust spots or dents. The paintwork, chrome, rubbers and glass areas should be in good condition, scratch-free and uniform in colour
Soft top – On convertible vehicles, the soft tops must be fully functional and without tears or any other type of deterioration
Upholstery – The upholstery and interior padding must be in good condition, without tears and made of materials that match the model
Instrument panel – everything must be original, in good working order and in proper condition (cleaned on the inside)
Windshield wiper – The whole system must be in perfect working condition and the wiper blades must be capable of removing water from the windshield
Lighting – The headlamps and taillights must be period correct, of proper brand, in perfect working order and equal to each other when in pairs. In case of older vehicles, additional turning signals may be fitted, provided they do not damage the structure of the vehicle
Chassis – The chassis must be clean and well maintained
Suspension – The suspension system should work properly and be original
Wheels – Special wheels may be fitted provided they are period correct (e.g. Minilite wheels). They must be in good condition, with the respective hub/center caps, when applicable, the tyres must comply with the measurements stated in the documentation and must be of the same size and make as each other
Steering – The steering wheel must be original or a period correct option, and should have no play
Brakes – The brakes should be in perfect working condition and fully efficient
Engine – The engine should be in good condition, clean, without any oil leaks, without excessive noise or excessive smoke emissions
Fuel System – The fuel system should be the original one
Transmission – The transmission should be kept clean, lubricated and well maintained
Electrical system – The electrical system should be the original one
Other – All options fitted to the car, such as radios, additional headlights, antennas, etc, should be period correct.
Additional elements may be requested should there be any doubts as to the conditions of the vehicle to be certified.
Price Table
Classic – €75
Future Classics – €75
Museum Friends – discount of €5 on the values of the table
Calendar
January
8th – Lisboa e Porto
15th – Braga, Guimarães, Guarda e Covilhã
22nd – Aveiro e Porto
29th – Leiria e Lisboa
February
05th – Funchal
12th – Lisboa, Portalegre e Estremoz
19th – Coimbra e Porto
26th – Bragança, Vila Real e Lisboa
March
05th – Algarve, Guarda, Covilhã e Porto
12th – Braga, Guimarães e Lisboa
19th – Aveiro, Leiria e Porto
26th – Castelo Branco, Lisboa e Viana do Castelo
April
02nd – Coimbra e Porto
09th – Funchal e Porto
30th – Aveiro
May
07th – Algarve, Porto e Viana do Castelo
14th – Braga, Lisboa and Porto
21st – Leiria
21st and 22nd – Aveiro
28th – Porto
June
04th – Porto
11th – Coimbra e Funchal
18th – Lisboa and Porto
25th – Castelo Branco
July
02nd – Algarve and Bragança (Careto Air Show)
09th – Lisboa
16th – Braga, Guimarães and Porto
23rd – Lisboa
30th – Aveiro, Guarda, Covilhã and Porto
August
06th – Bragança, Vila Real, Funchal and Viana do Castelo
13th – Coimbra, Lisboa and Porto
20th – Portalegre and Estremoz
27th – Aveiro and Lisboa
September
10th – Algarve
17th – Aveiro and Porto
24th – Lisboa
October
01st – Braga, Guimarães and Porto
08th – Funchal and Lisboa
15th – Castelo Branco
22nd – Aveiro and Coimbra
29th – Lisboa and Leiria
November
05th – Bragança, Vila Real and Algarve
12th – Lisboa and Porto
19th – Aveiro and Porto
26th – Lisboa and Viana do Castelo
December
03rd – Aveiro, Porto, Portalegre and Estremoz
10th – Braga, Guimarães, Funchal and Lisboa
17th – Coimbra and Leiria
Validity of certifications
Vehicles produced until 1918 – 10 years
Vehicles produced from 1919 to 1945 – 8 years
Vehicles produced from 1946 to 1959 – 6 years
Vehicles produced after 1960 – 4 years
Vehicles with less than 30 years (Future Classics) – 2 years
Contacts
certificacoes@museudocaramulo.pt
Telephone +351 232 861 270
Cellphone +351 910 931 915
Certifications can be made at Museu do Caramulo or other places, under appointment.