Is It Legal to Modify the Appearance of an Older Car to Look Like a Newer Model?

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VanAdam
07/29/25 3:50pm
Modifying the appearance of an older car to resemble a newer model is legal as long as it is registered and approved by the vehicle management office. If the modification is not registered, it is considered illegal. According to Article 10 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," registered motor vehicles must apply for modification registration with the local vehicle management office under the following circumstances: changing the body color; replacing the engine; replacing the body or frame; replacing the entire vehicle due to quality issues; changing the use nature of the vehicle (e.g., from commercial to non-commercial or vice versa); or when the owner's residence moves out of or into the jurisdiction of the vehicle management office.
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