Headlight film in MD - legal? - LotusTalk

snuggles1 · 06-08-2009, 02:42 PM

I dont think anyone's asked this yet - so I will.... whats the dillyo with the legality of yellow headlight film in the grand state of No-You-Cant-Do-That We-Know-Best Maryland?

Everytime I see an ALMS race I dig the yellow film on the GT car headlights... Any legal types out there know the rules fro MD?

thanks!!

serpent · 06-08-2009, 04:07 PM

I'm not sure the exact wording of the law, but i think its illegal. Usually though cops will not pull you over for this but if you get stopped for something else..well..good luck.

Exigent · 06-26-2009, 12:52 PM

A friend of mine has it on his '86 911. I'll ask him. I think he mentioned something about it being okay on his car because of it's age ... but that doesn't totally make sense to me. Is an '86 historic? Maybe so -- maybe that matters.

RoadDad · 06-26-2009, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Exigent

Is an '86 historic?

In Maryland "Historic" plates are available for vehicles that are at least 20 years old that haven't undergone major alterations from their original design.

"Street rod" plates are available for vehicles that are at least 25 years old that have been significantly altered from the vehicle's original specifications.

In either case, the vehicle must only be used for activities such as antique exhibitions and parades, and not for routine driving

Safetypup · 06-26-2009, 04:24 PM

In the MD Code under Transportation, 22-203(b):

Equipment on motor vehicle.- Every motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, shall be equipped with at least two headlamps with at least one on each side of the front of the motor vehicle, which headlamps shall emit white light and comply with the requirements and limitations set forth in this title.

I think that pretty much sinks yellow covers. Then again, do you care? There are probably 20 other laws relating to cars that you ignore pretty much every day anyhow

snuggles1 · 06-26-2009, 05:43 PM

I obey all traffic laws. Period.

DWilde · 06-26-2009, 06:15 PM

It would be a reason to get pulled over for an Inspection Citation. Similar to, do I dare say it... no front license plate

Dave

TimMullen · 06-27-2009, 03:48 PM

The big question is why in the world would you want to put colored film on your headlights - the Elise/Exige is notorious for poor light output in the first place, tinting the lights is only going to make it worse.

snuggles1 · 06-27-2009, 06:27 PM

I obey all traffic laws. Period.

DWilde · 06-28-2009, 02:52 PM

I don't think this guy is on LT and I'm not sure but pretty sure that Bull knows this guy. Perhaps he could shed some light? Bull

Dave

Crabman · 06-28-2009, 03:58 PM

I've got it, and have never had a problem.

I think it really looks great, especially with the color of my car, RMG.

25psi_Elise_Killer · 06-28-2009, 04:26 PM

I got ticketed in PA for tint on my headlights. Note, you will attract a LOT of unwanted attention doing this...

exlondoner · 06-28-2009, 05:37 PM

I'll ask him next time I see him, this 996 TT is owned by a friend of mine.

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Originally Posted by DWilde

I don't think this guy is on LT and I'm not sure but pretty sure that Bull knows this guy. Perhaps he could shed some light? Bull

Dave

06-08-2009, 02:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
snuggles1 I just called your Mom Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: On top of my amplifier Posts: 917	Headlight film in MD - legal? I dont think anyone's asked this yet - so I will.... whats the dillyo with the legality of yellow headlight film in the grand state of No-You-Cant-Do-That We-Know-Best Maryland? Everytime I see an ALMS race I dig the yellow film on the GT car headlights... Any legal types out there know the rules fro MD? thanks!! __________________ 2002 Brian Moore C55 >> 2002 Ibanez AR250 with Gibson Burstbuckers >> 2001 Taylor Grand Auditorium >> 2000 Les Paul Custom 3 pickup >> 1998 Brian Moore C90 >> SRF chassis 543 >> 1976 Rickenbacker 4001 >> 1972 Fender Telecaster >> 1939 Gibson Archtop

06-08-2009, 04:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
serpent Driver!! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3,467	I'm not sure the exact wording of the law, but i think its illegal. Usually though cops will not pull you over for this but if you get stopped for something else..well..good luck. __________________ Studies show 100% of people die. Might as well have some fun.

06-26-2009, 12:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
Exigent Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Timonium, Maryland Posts: 2,089	A friend of mine has it on his '86 911. I'll ask him. I think he mentioned something about it being okay on his car because of it's age ... but that doesn't totally make sense to me. Is an '86 historic? Maybe so -- maybe that matters. __________________ '06 BMW X5 - IMOLA RED '06 Porsche 911 Carrera S - CARRERA WHITE '02 BMW 325xiT - TOPAZ BLUE '88 BMW M5 - BLACK '02 Ducati 998S Bayliss - RED, WHITE & GREEN '06 Lotus Exige - *ARDENT RED* [TRADED]

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DWilde Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Annapolis MD Posts: 318	It would be a reason to get pulled over for an Inspection Citation. Similar to, do I dare say it... no front license plate Dave __________________ '06 Elise '08 Hummer H3 '84 CJ-7 '86 Mainship 34' ------------------------ Living the Dream!!!

06-26-2009, 04:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
Safetypup Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 72	In the MD Code under Transportation, 22-203(b): Equipment on motor vehicle.- Every motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, shall be equipped with at least two headlamps with at least one on each side of the front of the motor vehicle, which headlamps shall emit white light and comply with the requirements and limitations set forth in this title. I think that pretty much sinks yellow covers. Then again, do you care? There are probably 20 other laws relating to cars that you ignore pretty much every day anyhow

06-27-2009, 03:48 PM	#8 (permalink)
TimMullen Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chantilly, VA Posts: 11,386 Images: 19	The big question is why in the world would you want to put colored film on your headlights - the Elise/Exige is notorious for poor light output in the first place, tinting the lights is only going to make it worse. __________________ Tim Mullen --- There is no such thing as Touring suspension or Touring wheels. I love being married. It's so great to find that one person that you want to annoy for the rest of your life. - Rita Rudner Chantilly, VA http://members.cox.net/elans4/ 05 Lotus Elise - Chrome Orange - No Touring - No LSS - No Hardtop - Lotus Driving Lights - Lotus "Chin Guards" - plain and simple. 94 Miata R Package - Black 72 Lotus Elan Sprint - Colorado Orange/Cirrus White

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snuggles1 I just called your Mom Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: On top of my amplifier Posts: 917	I obey all traffic laws. Period. __________________ 2002 Brian Moore C55 >> 2002 Ibanez AR250 with Gibson Burstbuckers >> 2001 Taylor Grand Auditorium >> 2000 Les Paul Custom 3 pickup >> 1998 Brian Moore C90 >> SRF chassis 543 >> 1976 Rickenbacker 4001 >> 1972 Fender Telecaster >> 1939 Gibson Archtop

06-28-2009, 02:52 PM	#10 (permalink)
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06-28-2009, 03:58 PM	#11 (permalink)
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