> They recently passed a law in the state I live in that says any
> vehicle 35 years old or older no longer has to have ANY kind of
> inspection at all. Because you know, as cars get older and older
> the just get safer and safer.
> Don't get me wrong. I'm not complaining... :-)

Those who own older vehicles are generally very conscientious about
their upkeep and maintenance. Otherwise the vehicle would not be in
operation after such a long time. For this reason I believe it is
correct that older vehicles be exempt from most inspections. It was
once reported that the vehicle with the most mileage was a 1966 VW Bug
owned by a man in Chicago. There was an article several year back
about this car reaching something like one million miles. So even in
the American rust belt it is possible to maintain your car. Assuming
that one is willing to make the required effort.

And who knows, older vehicles might just get safer as the age. My Bug
has better seat belts than it originally came with, and disc brakes in
the front. And the electronic ignition means the engine is less
polluting than when this car was brand new.