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Sales Tax Exemption on Adaptively Modified Vehicles

Exemption from state sales tax on vehicles modified with adaptive equipment for service-connected disability.

Requires 10%+ VA disability ratingSales tax savings on adaptive equipment modifications (CO state sales tax 2.9% + local; e.g., ~$290+ saved on $10,000 of adaptive equipment)

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Veteran with service-connected disability where adaptive vehicle modifications are necessary because of that disability. Verification from a medical professional may be required. No specific minimum VA disability rating is set in statute for the adaptive equipment exemption itself.

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Exemption from Colorado state sales/use tax on vehicles (or adaptive equipment) modified with adaptive equipment necessary due to service-connected disability. Authority: C.R.S. 39-26-719 (Motor Vehicles).

How to apply

Apply through your county motor vehicle office or the Colorado Department of Revenue with VA service-connected disability documentation and medical verification of the need for adaptive equipment.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-09 against law.justia.com. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Colorado state agency before applying.

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