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Transfer VA clean special fuel plates to a lease hybrid/electric?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Xtgirl, Apr 15, 2014.

  1. Xtgirl

    Xtgirl New Member

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    Hi everyone,
    I wasn't sure where to put this topic, but has anyone transferred the clean fuel plates from their own prius hybrid car to a new lease hybrid/electric? I cannot find anything on the dmv website and want to lease an electric then buy something else down the road when the electric technology might be better. Thanks,Jen
     
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    For accurate information, you should pick up the phone and call.
     
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    I do agree that you should contact your local DMV for those type of questions. Only individuals within your state that already have a plate like yours and has done something like what you are contemplating could theoretically give you a correct answer.

    Great question, but really should be answered by a local authority.

    Why wait? Get what you want today. You can always get something better later on. Make sure you check out what leasing is really all about. I started to lease a new Leaf, but in the end went and bought a new Prius.

    Best of luck to you,
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    which ev are you looking at?
     
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    Hi Jen - quite a few of our VA PriusChat members have transferred the HOV plates. I assume dealers in the area are good at that...however, maybe you are heading to MD for the transaction and you may be worried if they handle it properly? I know member DadofHedgehog has done this, may have some tips maybe send him a note. Keep looking or call DMV.

    What'd you decide on the battery? Did you see my note about MAC repair shop in Ashburn?
     
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    Jen,

    VA has a special registration center that handles the clean fuel plates. I'm not sure if the dealer is able to do a direct transfer from one hybrid to another like they could on typical tags.

    I could be wrong, but a quick call to the DMV (oxymoron I know as nothing in the DMV is quick) main office in richmond, not the local office. would give you the best up to date info...