Does a 1989 car need smog?
Under the current law, cars 30 years or older are exempt from smog testing. That means that this year a model 1974 car is exempt and next year a model 1975 will become exempt. What’s more, cars newer than 1976 are already passing their smog tests and the emission rules for these vehicles will be frozen in time.
Is the seller of a car responsible for smog?
From the DMV: The seller is required to provide the buyer with a valid smog inspection certification at the time of the sale or transfer. Smog certifications are good for 90 days from the date of issuance. A smog transfer fee will be collected from the new owner.
Is seller responsible for smog in California?
Yes. If you are selling your car, you need to give the new owner a valid smog certification when you sell the car. If the car you are selling is less than four years old, you do not need to get a smog inspection. Instead, the new owner of the car will need to pay a smog transfer fee.
What happens if you sell a car without a smog check?
If you want to sell a car without a smog check and the person buying it doesn’t mind that a smog check hasn’t been done, you might be able to get your DMV to agree to a sale. You should hang onto the money that a buyer gives you for your car until they’re able to transfer the title for it over into their name.
Does a 1978 need smog?
Answer: Yes, currently a 1978 model year vehicle is required to be smog checked, both during initial California registration and every two years thereafter.
What year cars do not need smog in California?
1975
What vehicles do not require a Smog Check? Gasoline-powered vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and alternative-fuel vehicles that are model-year 1975 and older. Gasoline-powered vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and alternative-fuel vehicles that are eight model years and newer do not require a biennial Smog Check.
Who pays for smog buyer or seller?
The seller is responsible for smog inspection Section 24007 (b)(2) of the California Vehicle Code states it’s the responsibility of the seller to provide a valid smog certificate before or during the sale of a vehicle.
How long does smog last in the air?
Smog Check Results If your vehicle passes, the station will provide you a vehicle inspection report showing your vehicle’s results and will electronically send the smog certificate to DMV. The smog certificate is valid for 90 days.
Can you trade in a car that wont pass smog?
If you’re trading it in to an actual dealer, they’re going to do their own inspection on it to make sure they’re not selling someone a beater. Then they will be able to throw an inspection sticker on it. If they can’t, they go to auction/out of state lot where there is no requirement for smog.
Is a 1978 car smog exempt in California?
As of April 1, 2005, exempt from smog check requirements are any motor vehicle manufactured prior to the 1976 model year. All vehicles 1976 and newer vehicles will be tested according to state emission law. This law repeals the 30-year rolling exemption.