Specially Adapted Vehicle Tax Exemption
Exemption from sales tax, registration fees, and local motor vehicle privilege taxes on vehicles donated/sold to disabled veterans with VA grants.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Must have a service-connected disability. Must receive a VA grant for a specially adapted vehicle.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.tn.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Tennessee state agency before applying.
Other Tennessee Tax Benefits
No State Income Tax
Tennessee has no state income tax; military retirement pay, VA disability compensation, and TSP distributions are not taxed.
Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans
Reimbursement/exemption of property taxes on first $175,000 of market value for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
$1,000-$3,000+/year
County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption
Exemption from county motor vehicle privilege tax (wheel tax) for 100% disabled veterans and former POWs.
$25-$100/year
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