South Carolina H 3314: Classic cars

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2025-2026 Bill 3314 Text of Previous Version (Dec. 06, 2024) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 3314

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TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 
1-1-668 SO AS TO DESIGNATE THE RESTORATION, EXHIBITION, SHOWING, AND ENJOYMENT 
OF CLASSIC AND ANTIQUE MOTOR VEHICLES AS THE OFFICIAL FAMILY-FRIENDLY PASTIME 
OF THE STATE.

Whereas, introduced 
near the start of the twentieth century, the automobile was prized for its 
utility in modernizing transportation. However, it did not take long for the 
appreciation and collection of antique cars to captivate Americans leading the 
first collectors to form the Antique Automobile Club of America in 1935; and

Whereas, as cars became 
ubiquitous in American life, car enthusiasts began developing preferences. From 
Model Ts and Packards, to Mustangs and foreign cars, there is a type for any 
collector, and a community of like-minded people who enjoy the collection, 
restoration, and exhibition of antique or other classic cars; and

Whereas, whether under 
a shade tree, in a residential garage, or in a modern facility with all of the 
bells and whistles, all of these enthusiasts share the same passion: taking a 
discarded or neglected heap of rolling metal and turning it into a showpiece 
that can be appreciated for generations yet to be born; and

Whereas, even those 
without the resources or know how to acquire and restore classic cars may 
immerse themselves in the pastime by attending exhibitions and car shows. There 
is room for everyone to appreciate classic and antique cars, the old and young, 
the rich and poor, often all together joined in the camaraderie that comes with 
the love of antique and classic cars; and

Whereas, South 
Carolinian's appreciation for classic and antique cars can be witnessed at any 
of the numerous car shows held throughout the State to include the Run to the 
Sun Car Show in Myrtle Beach and the Blue Ridge Fest in Pickens, both offering 
fun for the entire family. Now, therefore,

Be it enacted by the 
General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

SECTION 1. Article 9, Chapter 1, Title 1 of the S.C. Code is 
amended by adding:

 Section 
1-1-668. The restoration, exhibition, showing, and enjoyment of classic and 
antique motor vehicles is the official family-friendly pastime of the State.

SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon approval 
by the Governor.

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