Do I have to smog my car before selling it in California?

Do I have to smog my car before selling it in California?

Do I have to get a smog inspection? 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.

Is smog check required for title transfer in California?

Smog certifications are required for all sales or title transfers of gasoline-powered vehicles that are four or more model years old. A smog inspection and certification are required with the sale of your motor vehicle in the state of California unless your vehicle is: Gasoline powered, 1975 model year or older.

How do I sell a car that won’t pass smog in California?

In California, you CANNOT sell the car if it won’t pass smog. The DMV will inform the buyer that the registration is not valid and it needs a smog cert. When the car fails smog, the buyer will either ask you to get it to pass smog OR take the vehicle back.

Where can I get a smog check in California?

You can find a DMV-authorized smog check station near you or visit smogcheck.ca.gov . What is a STAR station? The California STAR program began on January 1, 2013. The STAR program sets smog check standards, and it replaces the old Gold Shield and Test Only program. What if my car fails the smog inspection?

What kind of vehicle does not need a smog inspection?

Vehicle Registration Renewal Your vehicle does not need a smog inspection if your: Gasoline-powered vehicle is a 1975 year model or older (This includes motorcycles and trailers.) Diesel-powered vehicle is a 1997 and older year model OR with a Gross Vehicle Weight of more than 14,000 pounds.

When did the California Star program start for smog?

The California STAR program began on January 1, 2013. The STAR program sets smog check standards, and it replaces the old Gold Shield and Test Only program. What if my car fails the smog inspection? If your car fails the smog inspection, you should contact the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Referee Program.

How can I tell if my car has California emissions?

I’d like to know without asking the owner or going to look at the car if it’s California emissions. You can do a vehicle history check on the VIN, and that will tell you where the car was sold. You can do a vehicle history check on the VIN, and that will tell you where the car was sold. Click to expand…