Kevin,
Even better You have a out of state transfer, Pink in hand, maybe some back taxes owed. they may want a signed statement that it was stored for the years not registered.
Here is how it works: In California they go by the Vin/Year of body and Smog starts with 1976. Engine Smog comes in if Newer than OEM. <Right there is how to approach it.
Out of state transfer DMV will send you for a Vin check. to Verify the Number is on the Truck. <that is all.
Usually done at the CHP office: Vehicle is just there for a Vin # check.
that's where the smooth talker needs to kick in. If the CHP see a chrome engine with Headers hang down, You might have a problem telling him it's stock..Don't take No for an answer, keep after them until the Vin number is verified.
Your best bet is on a trailer, No engine. > if you don't show it, they have to ask what's up. Tell them your ready to start your Restoration back to stock. you have a old 6 being worked on. <("this is your hint"> and you don't want to put money in it until you have a title.
a missing fuel system is for bring back a diesel / gasser. < "not your issue"
Once the Vin check is done, the DMV can give you a new title.
your title & Plate for a 1952 pre-smog Vehicle.
Last edited by Dogs51Burb; 02/02/2011 8:18 PM.
