Is anyone lobbying for a BMWCCA license plate for Virginia? I know Maryland has one and I didn't know if our club or someone else has been actively pursuing this. Anyone?
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Is anyone lobbying for a BMWCCA license plate for Virginia? I know Maryland has one and I didn't know if our club or someone else has been actively pursuing this. Anyone?
It has been tried in the past, and never made it all the way through. There is a process to do it, but you need to get 350 people committed and paid ahead of time. See http://www.dmv.virginia.gov/webdoc/p...or_special.pdf for the process.
Kevin
This is somewhat different when we tried this several years ago.
Back then all we needed were signatures, not even commitments.
But then it had to be presented to the VA House.
Now it looks simpler. We just need people to commit.
Perhaps Tidewater, Blue Ridge and Tarheel chapters would also be interested. I'll be seeing members of those chapters this weekend and will ask.
But it will still come down to someone administrating it. :rolleyes:
This just reminded me to get my Maryland tag :redface:
Colleagues:
This is a worthy project, absolutely within the capabilities of anyone who is reading this message. I also would like to have CCA logoed plates. We have 5,500 members, most of whom live in Virginia. The only thing this initiative lacks is a volunteer with the drive to administer this. Would the gentleman who originated this thread be willing to volunteer? I will sign up for 3 sets of Virginia plates.
-Roy Morris
President
I don't want to discourage people from coming up with ideas.
Anyone can do this.
I think we just past 500 plates in Maryland this year and it's been going on for several years.
I realize few people in the Commonwealth know what exists north of the Potomac.
2517 live in VA
2632 live in MD
0349 live in DC
I stand corrected as to where the majority of our members live. Thanks for those statistics. Very interesting. But you would think that we could get 350 plate purchasers out of 2500 if Maryland can get 500 out of 2600. If we get the current Concours chair to outfit all his cars with Va. logo plates, we'll be well on our way to 350 cars.
--Roy
After helping my wife incorporate her business, I'm no longer being crushed by federal and state paperwork. I sort of miss it. I'd be glad to help out.
On Monday I will get back with everyone to see if other VIRginia chapters are interested.
I did jump in with my 1 car :)
Although I'd be curious to see how the designing process works. Very honestly I am not that big a fan of the Maryland design. I know its easier to be a critic than actually do the work - but just wondering if there are rules and regulations from
a. the DMV
b. BMW NA
c. BMW CCA
that help define what we could have?
There are two possible designs that I can think of.
Although it's a bit too early for consideration.
What no collies or sheep? Baaaah!
Dave Apker and the collies
Not unless you get a Bull Dog.
http://www.dmv.virginia.gov/exec/veh...dev.asp?id=368
I digress. Let's get back on topic.
I think VA tags would be cool, especially if we can coordinate between the other VA chapters.
And we would not be allowed to choose just a roundel?
Maybe Something like
0 VIRGINIA 0
Roundel Char 1 Char 2 Char 3 Char 4
Here
0 Ultimate Driving Machine 0
:)
darn - doesnt keep formatting!
pre tags dont work either...hmm...
:(
Chicane:
I am more than willing to help - lets get this thing to happen.
Also from the two CCA design I also like the first one better.
Pranu
Just FYI - the MD plates for those who can't recall them - http://www.marylandmva.com/VehicleSe...sp?PLATEID=316
Well, judging by the Tobacco Heritage and the Jimmy Buffet plate, we can pretty much do anything we want...
The other VA chapters are interested in giving it another shot.
The BMW roundel is definitely verboten.
I'd probably suggest collecting more than 350 since some people may not be interested when the time comes to go to the next step.
So first is the design.
Then contact all members in VA.
According to the form,
Most special interest plates require 350 prepaid applications before they can be issued.
You can continue to use this thread for ideas.
I wouldn't use the term stuck, but logos do have to conform to US law.
Read through the form listed on post 2.
There is a link for design guidelines and a contact.
I think any chapter would be happy to accept the efforts of a volunteer.
Once there are some design ideas you can ask for their input.
Another thing to consider, will these be restricted to current BMW CCA members.
If so then each chapter will need a member who checks membership.
If not, once approved anyone can order the plate from DMV.
At least that is how I understand it. I could be wrong.
And it looks like people would need to fill out the attached form.
You can also see plates in development here.
Any further off topic posts will be deleted.
Ok, this may sound dumb but, how do you apply for a specialty plate that doesn't exist yet? Are you saying that someone on our side collects at least 350 of these VSA forms (plus associated fees), then we fill out the specialty plate forms, vote on a logo, send in the specialty plate application form along with the 350+ apps and fees and we have ourselves a plate?
Hey guys. I spoke with Steve briefly yesterday at the Chapter Congress about the plates. I'll keep an eye on this thread, post info on the Blue Ridge Chapter site and send out chapter e-mails as progress is made.
Thanks for looking into it NCCers! And thanks for the post on our forum, chicane.
brad.
Do we have the design files from the last time there was an effort? Photoshop files or any other such items, that we could perhaps use to jump start a design?
*I think* come up with a design then have people fill out the form.
Collect at least 350 checks for $10 or $20 if someone wants a personalized tag. I will assume you can transfer your current personalized tag for an organizational one so REAL M3 will be taken. ;)
Then apply for approval.
Speak or email VA DMV.
As chicane asked - are we supposed to manage the first 350 applications?
And would the CCA object to them being publicly available? After all it would be
a. publicity for the CCA
b. promote BMW awareness :)
And it looks like people would need to fill out the attached form.
Yes. I would keep a spreadsheet or database of names and email addresses requesting a plate. Also keep them in number order in case people have special requests.
This is strictly a chapter issue. I'll wait for others to chime in.
I suggest you and Troy (chicane) work some of this out together.
If you get 50 people involved with the design you will be requesting antique plates by the time it's decided.
Oh I didnt mean getting 50 people involved in the design - I was just asking if the CCA did not mind the plates being available to the public at large when they do go into production.
Or would the CCA want to keep the list of people who have the plates under their control.
(which are the two options I inferred from your post earlier.)