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SVABC
Preserving & Promoting the Collector Vehicle Hobby.
What is the Specialty Vehicle Association of British Columbia (SVABC)?
We are not a car club, we are an Action Group. We are an Association of like-minded people dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the Collector Vehicle Hobby. Our commitment is to represent you, our members, in dealing with Government, to preserve and promote the hobby.
Individual membership costs only $5.00. Your support is valued and greatly appreciated.
Advocacy
- 42+ years as a voice for Vehicle Enthusiasts and Car Clubs of BC
- Preservation of the benefits of the Collector Plate Program.
- Focal point for dealing with the Gov’t on matters that influence the hobby
Membership Benefits
- Advice/assistance in obtaining your Collector Plate
- Interpretation of inspection standards
- Assistance in registering your favourite ride
Representation
- Represent all vehicle types, original or modified cars, trucks and motorcycles
- Your voice with Gov’t agencies, ICBC, motor vehicles, inspection standards, etc.
- Volunteer-Run
Latest News
New Years Day Cruise & Lunch Jan1..2025
Here is a great way to usher in the New Year Cox Memorial Whimper Wonderland Run Wednesday, January 1, 2025….. Peter & Anne Tilbury This year’s event will be different, so please read on. The Run will start, as in previous years, from the Chevron Station at...
NEW BCHRA Swap Meet 2025
The West Coast Swap Meet presented by the BCHRA will happen on May 30,31-- 2025 Location: The Cloverdale AgriPlex at 17763 62 Ave Surrey BC. Hours, costs for vendor, seller and buyer/spectators etc. will all be announced early in the New Year, watch the BCRA website,...
STOCK COLLECTOR ON – LINE APPLYING
Applying for collector vehicle plates and insurance Before you apply for collector vehicle plates and insurance, confirm your vehicle meets the eligibility requirements and photograph your vehicle following the photo requirements. Apply online...
Major GOALS & SUCCESSES
1978
Dedicated Group starts the journey for a specialty plate for all Vintage, Stock & Custom Cars.
1980
Registered as a Society.
1990
Collector program (stock) announced.
2000
Modified Collector program to include 1948 and prior
2006
Modified Collector program to include 1958 and prior
2015
Registration of Collector age vehicles prior to inspection.
2017
Modified Collector program to include 1974 and prior
Including replicas 1942 and prior
2020
June Registration Issue, re: passing of Spouse, removal without penalty.
2023
Adding a spouse or children without penalty to reapply approved by ICBC.
- Assisting members with ICBC’s Collector Plate Program. Many additions to acceptable equipment and accessories.
- Assisting our members on a regular basis by responding to their questions/concerns or assisting them in dealing in general with ICBC’s Collector Plate Program.
- Assist in the registration of vehicles under restoration.