S.C. Code Ann. § 56-19-610: Chapter inapplicable to certain liens and security interests.

This chapter does not apply to or affect:

(1) A lien given by statute or rule of law to a supplier of services or materials for the vehicle;

(2) A lien given by statute to the United States, this State or any political subdivision of this State, if such lien is recorded on the title;

(3) A security interest in a vehicle created by a manufacturer or dealer who holds the vehicle for sale; or

(4) Attachment liens provided for in Section 29-15-20.