As I'm sure most UK members are aware, historic cars are exempt from paying road tax. This used to be for all cars older than 25 years, but one of the first things the Labour govt. did when it came i
Similar arrangements exist in Holland (>25y) and Sweden (>30y). With a new center-left government being formed here in Holland, I fear a similar (or more probably, worse) move over here. After all,
With a 75 car I'm all for it. But also having a 73 registered car which just snuck in by dint of being manufactured in late 72 (Black Tulip being less popular then than it is now) I'd be concerned th
Fair points Paul! Although the government, albeit when it was being run by a different bunch, obviously thought it was worth introducing the exemption in the first place. But you're probably right -
At least that lot had some classic car buffs amongst their number, this Chancellor of the Extractor can't even drive! -- Original Message -- ...Although the government, albeit when it was being run b
Do not fully agree Bert on the income subject. I know there is quite a big group of Dutch people driving 25+ years cars, in order to reduce cost. These cars are typical Mercedes, Opel, Peugeot etc. w
Paul Hunt wrote on Thursday, January 18, 2007 3:54 AM snip The only priorities this government has is 1) staying in power and 2) raising more taxes. A measure to save a small percentage of the popula