France bans HMV's

[Richard Farrant]

Originally posted by Bruce Parker
Richard, so this a a France thing left over from WW2? (similar to the American re-importation laws) Has there been sign, or is there political will to 're-activate' it?

I wonder if an MV were painted red and had all sorts of modern lighting and chrome on it, if it would still be considered an MV for laws like this. Is it a matter of prejudice against khaki paint and knobby tires?

Bruce,

There have been murmers for the last few years on banning private owned armour in France and I know a few instances where the owners of said vehicles have sold the overseas rather hastily. Now it seems, it could also include motor cycles, jeeps, etc., but it may be the the French press has hyped the story up a bit. My basic info is from my friend who attended the meeting of the French classic vehicle federation, a group of around 800 clubs catering for all types of vehicles, and this matter is top of their priority list, so they should hold some sway.

Richard