The lady at the DMV office advised me that half her male coworkers drive their antique-plated vehicles daily with no problem (Belton, TX office). I have Year of Manufacture plates on mine and I believe the reg says you can drive YOM/antique-plates to shows, parades and FOR MAINTENANCE; if ever stopped by a cop I can always honestly say, "Officer, I just adjusted/fixed/rebuilt the _______ and I'm out on a test drive." I've hauled all kinds of stuff in mine but never any problems. A cop tailed me once but eventually peeled off--I think he just wanted a closer look at a cool old truck.
