Show or Display Eligible Vehicles (Updated April 18, 2024) Newest for 2026

Show or Display Eligible Vehicles (Updated April 18, 2024)

The Show or Display exemption is a NHTSA / FMVSS exemption that allows certain historically or technologically significant vehicles to be imported into the United States even if they do not comply with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This is the newest list as of 1/27/26 on https://www.nhtsa.gov/importing-vehicle

25-Year Rule: Any vehicle that is 25 years old or older (based on its date of manufacture) is exempt from FMVSS requirements and generally does not require Show or Display approval. Show or Display is primarily used for vehicles that are under 25 years old.

Important: Show or Display is not an EPA / emissions exemption. Vehicles must still meet EPA requirements unless they qualify for EPA’s age-based exemption (commonly cited as 21+ years old) and remain in original configuration.

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✔️ Official Show or Display Eligible List

These vehicles have been approved by NHTSA for importation under the Show or Display exemption. Approval does not automatically grant on-road use; limited on-road permission must be applied for separately.

Highlighted cars are over 25 years old and NHTSA exempt, so no need for a Show or Display application. 

Model Year	Make	Model
2003	Aston Martin	DB7 Zagato Coupe
2014–2018	Aston Martin	Lagonda Taraf
2011	Aston Martin	One-77
2021–2022	Aston Martin	V12 Speedster
2012–2013	Aston Martin	V12 Zagato
2021–2024	Aston Martin	Valkyrie
2004	Aston Martin	Vanquish Zagato Roadster
1999–2000	Aston Martin	Vantage Le Mans
1995	Aston Martin	Virage Vantage 550
1984	Audi	Sport Quattro
1988	BMW	M3 Cabriolet (E30)
2002	BMW	M3 GTR (E46)
1981–1991	BMW	M5 Touring (E34)
1987	BMW	Z1 Roadster
1999	BMW	Z8 Alpina Roadster
1990–1994	Bugatti	EB110
1990–1992	Citroën	XM (Hydropneumatic Suspension)
1990–1993	Citroën	ZX Rallye Raid
1997	Daewoo	Matiz (Prototype)
1992	Ferrari	F40 LM
1993	Ferrari	F40 LM
1998	Ferrari	F50 GT
2003	Ferrari	Enzo
2005	Ferrari	FXX
2008–2009	Ferrari	FXX Evolution
2006	Ford	GT (Heritage Edition)
1993	Honda	Beat (Z)
2004	Honda	Insight (Hybrid)
2007	Honda	NSX-R (NA2)
2008	Honda	NSX-R (NA2)
2017	Honda	NSX (NC1) (Prototype)
1996	Jaguar	XJ220 S/TWR
1996	Jaguar	XJ220-C (TWR)
1993–1994	Lancia	Delta HF Integrale Evo II
1995	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
1995	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
1996	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
1996	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
1997	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
1997	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
1998	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
1998	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
1999	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
1999	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
2000	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
2000	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
2001	Lamborghini	Diablo SV
2001	Lamborghini	Diablo VT
2002	Lamborghini	Murciélago
1998	McLaren	F1
1999	McLaren	F1 LM
2010	Mercedes-Benz	SLR McLaren 722S Roadster
2011	Mercedes-Benz	SLR McLaren Stirling Moss
1999	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VI (CP9A)
1999	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition (CP9A)
2000	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VI (CP9A)
2000	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition (CP9A)
2001	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VII (CT9A)
2001	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VII GT-A (CT9A)
2002	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VII (CT9A)
2002	Mitsubishi	Lancer Evolution VII GT-A (CT9A)
2004	Nissan	350Z (Z33) (Track Edition)
1999	Nissan	Skyline GT-R V-Spec (BNR34)
2000	Nissan	Skyline GT-R V-Spec II (BNR34)
2002	Nissan	Skyline GT-R M-Spec Nür (BNR34)
2002	Nissan	Skyline GT-R V-Spec II Nür (BNR34)
2000–2002	Nissan	Skyline GT-R N1 (BNR34)
1998	Porsche	911 GT1 Strassenversion
1989	Porsche	911 Turbo (930) (Flatnose)
1992	Renault	Clio Williams
1993	Renault	Clio Williams
1994	Renault	Clio Williams
1999	Rover	Mini Cooper Sport (Last 50 Made)
2000	Rover	Mini Cooper S (Last 50 Made)
2012	Spyker	B6 Venator
1998	Subaru	Impreza 22B STi
1992	Subaru	Version-L Alcyone SVX 4WS
1992	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX 4WS
1990	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX (AVCS)
1991	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX (AVCS)
1992	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX (AVCS)
1994	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX (AVCS)
1995	Subaru	Version-S Alcyone SVX (AVCS)
1997	Toyota	RAV4-EV (SWB Prototype)

Source: NHTSA Show or Display eligibility list (as of April 18, 2024).

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🚗 On-Road Use Under Show or Display

A vehicle approved for Show or Display may be granted limited on-road use by NHTSA. Mileage is restricted to 2,500 miles per 12-month period.

• Transport to and from exhibitions or shows
• Mechanical maintenance and system preservation

All vehicles must still comply with EPA requirements. Engine swaps or emissions changes must be disclosed in the application, as they may affect eligibility.

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HELP: How to Apply for Show or Display

If you need help importing a vehicle, email me.

HELP

HOW YOU MAY APPLY FOR PERMISSION TO IMPORT

Your signed application must include, at a minimum:
1. Your name, address, phone number, and FAX number.
2. Vehicle identification – make, model, model year, VIN or chassis number,
engine number, date of manufacture and mileage.
3. Location where you will store the vehicle in the United States.
4. Statement describing use on the public roads, if intended. If on-road use is requested, identify the Independent Commercial Importer (ICI) that will modify the vehicle to bring it into conformity with the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency.
5. Basis for the application.
6. Attachments:
1. Photographs – ¾ frontal, ¾ rear, interior, odometer reading and special features (if appropriate).
2. Document from manufacturer or recognized historical source, identifying total production (production verification).
3. Proof of insurance conditioned on limited on-road use (not more than 2,500 miles accumulated in any 12-month period).
4. Identification of vehicle’s:
1. Technological significance – You must identify (be specific) the technology, engineering, and construction features of the vehicle that are advanced and of an unusual nature not commonly found in motor vehicles manufactured in the same time period; or
2. Historical significance – You must identify the historical significance of the vehicle. If a person of historical significance owned the vehicle, you must submit proof that this person owned the vehicle. If the vehicle was the first or last vehicle of a particular model, you must establish this through the manufacturer’s documentation or, if this is not available, through a recognized historical source. If the vehicle was "one of a kind," you must establish this also.
Items of significance must be numerically listed followed by the reason why the item is of significance.
You may then mail the application to:

Import and Certification Division
Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance (NVS-223)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Room W45-205
Washington, DC 20590

ON-ROAD USE

A vehicle eligible for Show or Display may receive NHTSA approval to be driven on the highway. The odometer must not register more than 2,500 miles in a 12-month period. NHTSA approval of limited on-road use is to allow the vehicle to be driven to and from nearby displays of similar automobiles. Another reason permission is granted is to maintain the vehicle’s engine, braking, lighting, and other dynamic systems in good working order. The vehicle is still required to meet EPA requirements. If the original engine in the vehicle will be replaced with a non-original engine to meet EPA requirements, it must be identified in your application since it may impact on the technological or historical significance of the vehicle. Email me if you need help importing vehicles.