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How old does a car have to be to be smog exempt in California?
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.
Does a 1979 car need smog in California?
The state of California currently enforces a law in which any vehicle 1976 and later must adhere to a “vehicle inspection and maintenance check (smog check)” every two years.
Do I have to smog A 1976 car in California?
Gasoline-powered vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and alternative-fuel vehicles that are model-year 1976 and newer require a Smog Check, with the following exceptions: Eight model years and newer do not require a biennial Smog Check. Four model years and newer do not require a change-of-ownership Smog Check.
Are the 1974 cars now ca.smog test exempt?
A: 1974 and subsequent model year vehicles will be exempt from Smog Check when they turn 30 years old. Under current law, a 1974 model year vehicle will be exempt in 2003, a 1975 in 2004, etc.
How does a smog check work in California?
The smog check inspection, is designed to identify vehicles which produce excess emissions. The California Department of Motor Vehicles requires that a vehicle which produces excess emissions obtain repairs and pass a smog check prior to being issued California registration.
Can you get a smog check in another state?
Do not obtain a smog check in another state. California will not accept it. A vehicle temporarily located out of state can be issued California registration without a smog check if the vehicle owner promises to obtain a smog inspection as soon as the vehicle is returned to California.
When do you need a smog check for a title transfer?
c. Title Transfer – Most title transfer transactions will require a smog certification. Only when buying or selling a vehicle that is four or less model years old will a smog certification not be required to transfer title to the new owner. Diesel powered vehicle’s are exempt from the four or less model years old rule.