Historicle corvette (1977) how to obtain spainish matriculation?

[eclipse55]

Hi,
I have bought a 1977 Chevrolet Corvette in the States, i know the hassle of re registering it here in Spain but have been told i can get historicle plates once i become resident, does anyone have any information on this.
I am unsure whether to import to UK & put on UK plates first, park it up for 6 months then import it or get it registered in my name in the States & do the same?
I know, so long as the vehicle has been registered to me for over 6 months i can get out of the importation costs, BUT i know the homologation is crazy money ( 1500to 2000 euros, total ripoff when an e.u. car is around 100) what is the differance they only copy the basic dimensions/weight & details like tyre sizes etc..
I have been told with historicle plates you dont have exhaust emissions tests + the car being over 25 Y.O. an ITV only every three years & cheap insurance ( with a mileage restriction).
I am uncertain whether to import the car first then apply for residency or go the the other way round ( get residency before i import) Any information would be much appreciated. I forgot to add i am a british citizen NOT American.

[SteveHall]

You may want to talk Keith Nicol who is very "up" on these matters. (seadogz@mac.com)
He is also on the committee of the classic car club so I am sure will be excited to hear of your car.

[eclipse55]

Thanks Steve,
I tried the seadogz address but cant seem to find a way of contacting him, does he have a website or an e-mail address? i see that he is located in Torrevieja.
many thanks again

[SteveHall]

Originally Posted by eclipse55

Thanks Steve,
I tried the seadogz address but cant seem to find a way of contacting him, does he have a website or an e-mail address? i see that he is located in Torrevieja.
many thanks again

seadogz@mac.com IS his email.

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[eclipse55]

HI Steve,
Well i sent Keith an e-mail but no reply as yet? maybe he is away or busy, if you do have contact with him, please ask him to reply or maybe reply on this site as it may be useful to other users.Many thanks again.

[SteveHall]

Strange he is normally very good - I'll chase him now.
Cheers
Steve

[SteveHall]

Hi,

Keith got back to me immediately

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Steve,

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