How much is insurance for a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Washington?

Insurance for a 1997 Suzuki Swift in Washington (WA) varies by driver profile, but Washington requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/10. Older model years like the 1997 generally have lower premiums. Compare quotes from multiple carriers.

Does the 1997 Suzuki Swift have any recalls?

To check if your specific 1997 Suzuki Swift has open recalls, enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free recall checker. This searches the official NHTSA database. All recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealerships.

How do I decode a 1997 Suzuki Swift VIN?

Enter your 17-character VIN into Car Alpha's free VIN decoder to instantly get full specs, manufacturing details, recall history, and ownership guidance for your 1997 Suzuki Swift using official NHTSA VPIC data.

What are Washington's requirements for a 1997 Suzuki Swift?

Washington requires minimum liability insurance of 25/50/10, valid registration, and a clean title. Check your 1997 Swift's warranty status and consider extended coverage options.

1997 Suzuki Swift in Washington

Hatchback·Model Year 1997·WA·Pacific Northwest

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Everything Washington drivers need to know about owning a 1997 Suzuki Swift — from Washington insurance requirements and minimum coverage (25/50/10) to lemon law protections, registration fees, and VIN decoding.

1997 Swift Insurance in Washington

Washington requires minimum liability coverage of 25/50/10 for all registered vehicles, including the 1997 Suzuki Swift.

Washington Minimum Coverage

25/50/10

Model Year

1997

Washington Avg. Annual Cost

$1,394

As an older model year, the 1997 Suzuki Swift generally has lower insurance premiums in Washington. You may want to evaluate whether comprehensive and collision coverage is cost-effective given the vehicle's current market value.

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1997 Swift Lemon Law in Washington

Washington's lemon law primarily covers new vehicle purchases. If you purchased your 1997 Suzuki Swift new and experienced persistent defects early on, you may have had lemon law protections. For used 1997 Swift purchases, check Washington's used car consumer protection laws and implied warranty rules. Washington's Lemon Law covers new vehicles within 24 months or 24,000 miles. After four repair attempts, two for a condition likely to cause death or serious injury, or 30 days out of service, the consumer can seek a refund or replacement.

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1997 Swift EV Incentives in Washington

Washington offers incentives for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. If you're considering a 1997 electric or hybrid Suzuki Swift, you may qualify for state-level tax credits, rebates, or HOV lane access in addition to the federal EV tax credit of up to $7,500. Washington exempts electric vehicles from state sales tax on the first $15,000 of the purchase price. The state also offers HOV lane access for EVs and is investing heavily in charging infrastructure.

Washington EV incentive details

Registering a 1997 Swift in Washington

All Suzuki Swift vehicles driven in Washington must be registered with the state DMV. Washington charges a $30 base registration fee. In areas with regional transit authority (Sound Transit), an additional RTA excise tax of 1.1% of vehicle value applies. EV owners pay a $225 annual fee.

Registration Fee

$30 base plus RTA tax in some areas

Title Fee

$15

Plate Fee

$10

Emissions Testing: Washington requires emissions testing. Emissions testing is required in parts of Clark, King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties for vehicles 5-25 model years old. Biennial OBD-II testing costs $15. Your 1997 Suzuki Swift must pass emissions before registration can be renewed.

Washington registration guide