OREGON Definitions - BIPAC

TITLE 59 OREGON VEHICLE CODE
Chapter 815 - Vehicle Equipment Generally
OPERATING WITH UNLAWFUL EQUIPMENT
ORS § 815.107 (2010)
815.107 Exemption from equipment requirements for street rods.
A vehicle of special interest that is a street rod is exempt from vehicle equipment requirements
under ORS 815.075, 815.105, 815.120, 815.135, 815.175, 815.190, 815.210, 815.215, 815.230,
815.250, 815.255 and 816.340 if all of the following apply:
(1) The vehicle is equipped with original manufacturer's equipment and accessories, or their equivalent,
except that:
(a) The drive train, suspension system or brake system on the original vehicle may be replaced with a
drive train, suspension system or brake system that:
(A) Conforms to the requirements of ORS 815.125, if applicable;
(B) Conforms to applicable standards established by the Department of Transportation by rule under ORS
815.030; and
(C) Bears any required proof of certification that the equipment complies with the applicable standards;
(b) The dimensions of the original body of the vehicle may be altered if the altered body conforms to the
standards established by the department by rule under ORS 815.030;
(c) The hood, bumpers and fenders of the vehicle may be removed from the vehicle; and
(d) The exhaust system may be modified to discharge exhaust along the side of the vehicle if the exhaust
is discharged away from the vehicle and from a location to the rear of the rear edge of the front door of
the vehicle.
(2) The vehicle is maintained in safe operating condition.