Included with the designation Historical is the Vintage year plate. Vintage year plates are historical plates that were issued by the State of Nebraska in the year corresponding to the model year of the historical vehicle. License plates that can be used as Vintage plates are restricted to the following plate types:

• Passenger
• Farm
• Commercial
• Motorcycle

If using a Vintage year plate, only one plate is required and must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. Vintage year plates must be submitted, along with application, to the Department of Motor Vehicles for inspection and approval. Vintage year plates that have been restored to their original condition may be used provided the original colors of the plate when it was first issued are used in the restoration. For a description of past Nebraska License plates, please refer to the Nebraska License Plate Gallery. When submitting a Vintage year plate for approval, please include a postage paid, pre-addressed 6 ½ x 12 ½ " return envelope.

A vehicle licensed with Vintage license plates may only be used for test drives, parades and hobby-related activities. Vehicles registered with Vintage license plates may not be used for normal transportation to and from work, driven on a daily basis, or used for hire.

You will complete the Application for Historical License Plates to register your vehicle with Vintage Plates.

• Proof of payment of sales tax or an old registration;
• Proof of insurance. Insurance card must be an ORIGINAL and must be in compliance with Nebraska Department of Insurance guidelines (Insurance MUST be kept current);
• License plates and registration if the Historical vehicle is currently registered. (Note: There is no refund of registration fees and taxes when the owner of an Historical vehicle elects to replace their county issued license plates with Historical plates.)
• Appropriate fees (see above).