I have a Hmmwv (Military Hummer) that I purchased from an online military auction. I am still working on the vehicle but it is not running at this time so I am unable to drive it to the DMV office for inspection.Can you tell me what it would cost to register and license a 2006 Hmmwv (M1097R1) I do have the SF97 for the vehicle. Also, how long does it take to get the license and registration once I get the vehicle down to the DMV?

A) Unfortunately, the cost to register and license your HMMWV (M1097R1) isn’t straightforward. Here’s why:

• Street legality: Not all states allow previously military HMMWVs to be street legal. You’ll need to check with your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to see if it’s even possible to register it for road use.
• Modification Costs: Even if your state allows it, HMMWVs typically require modifications to meet street legal requirements (lights, turn signals, windshield wipers etc.). These modifications can be expensive.
• Registration and Licensing Fees: Once it’s street legal, registration and licensing fees will vary by state and depend on factors like the vehicle’s weight and your location.

Here’s what you can do:

• Check with your state’s DMV: Their website or a phone call will clarify if HMMWV registration is allowed and what the process entails.
• Consult a title/registration service: Companies like 5 Star Registration (https://www.dirtlegal.com/military-vehicle-street-legal-registration) specialize in making military vehicles street legal. They can guide you through the process and provide estimates for modifications and registration fees.

As for the wait time for registration and licensing, it typically takes a few weeks once you have all the paperwork and the vehicle passes inspection (which may not be possible if it’s not running).

Here are some resources that might be helpful:

• Making a Humvee Street Legal: https://www.dirtlegal.com/military-vehicle-street-legal-registration
• Steel Soldiers Forum – HMMWV Registration: https://www.dirtlegal.com/military-vehicle-street-legal-registration