Can you get out of a smog check in California?
$200 Could Get You Out Of A Classic Car Smog Check In California. A bill proposed in California would allow classic car owners to cut a check to the DMV for $200 to get out of the state’s notoriously strict smog test. But naturally, it’s a bit more complicated than just paying off the Golden State.
How old does a car have to be to be exempt from smog?
That is a good one. If CA politicians really had the best interest of CA in mind, they would make the smog exemption apply to cars 20+ years based on model year and call it a day. The old daily drivers will turn to rust by then and everything else is going to be cared for by collectors.
Is there a bill to exempt pre 1981 cars from emissions inspections?
SEMA has attempted to do something similar in the past with a bill that would exempt all pre-1981 cars from emissions inspections in California. That failed, but maybe lining the pockets of the state with a couple of Benjamins means AB550 has a shot. So the politicians care about clean air until it finds a way to line its own pockets?
Can a 30 year old car bypass the smog test?
AB550 seeks to amend that law to allow vehicles 30 years or older to bypass the test, but only after a series of steps. Here’s what the changes state: 44011.7.
What kind of vehicle is exempt from smog check?
Exemptions 1 Gasoline-powered vehicles model year 1975 and older. 2 Natural gas-powered vehicles weighing over 14,000 lbs. . 3 Diesel-powered vehicles that: Are model year 1997 and older. OR Have a gross weight rating of over 14,000 lbs. 4 Electric vehicles. 5 Motorcycles.
$200 Could Get You Out Of A Classic Car Smog Check In California. A bill proposed in California would allow classic car owners to cut a check to the DMV for $200 to get out of the state’s notoriously strict smog test. But naturally, it’s a bit more complicated than just paying off the Golden State.
How old does a car have to be to get a smog check?
When you transfer a vehicle title, it doesn’t have to undergo a smog check as long as it’s 8 years old or less*; however, the new owner will have to pay the $8 smog transfer fee. If the vehicle is more than 8 years old, you must provide a current smog certification UNLESS: You’re transferring the vehicle to a: Spouse or domestic partner.
How long do smog certifications last in California?
NOTE: Your smog certification is valid for 90 days upon inspection. You must register your vehicle or renew your registration within this time period (unless you are a new resident; see New California Residents above).