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Originally Posted by Flygirl
So nice, what a great looking ride.
I've read up on the SB-100 process, but have primarily heard of guys trailering the car until it's been inspected, gotten the VIN and the process is complete. My Honda Fit isn't such a a great tow vehicle, so anything you can tell me would sure be helpful. Are you working with Panavia to complete SB-100?
It appears that you went to the DMV, probably paid a bunch of money for registration and taxes and whatnot, and they provided you with that red temporary registration, I think it is...? Is that how it went?
Does the 3 indicate it's good until March? Can you tell me a little more about your experience?
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Rancho San Antonio. Peace sign hill. The power poles road. The Catholic Seminary which was destroyed in the '89 quake. Three flies up frisbee on the front lawn. [sigh]
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Originally Posted by Got the Bug
The DMV will give you a temporary operating permit the first time you visit to pay your fees. There's really no need to trailer a car around to get the inspections done when you can enjoy driving it.  |
Thanks one and all for the nice comments
Flygirl ... Doug is correct ... if one has the paperwork in order, the DMV will issue a TOP (Temporary Operating Permit) ... and you can drive the car to the inspections, rather than trailer it. Consider asking for a 90 day TOP so you have some time to complete the different steps. The red 3 sticker in the windshield is as you noted, is good till March.
In my case, I started insuring the car once it left ERA and was headed out West. That way during transport, final assembly in my garage and now driving the car to wrap up the registration & licensing, I am covered.
My experience so far as been as follows … In June I took the MSO, proof of insurance and all the receipts to the Santa Clara DMV and started the SPCNS & SB-100 process. They reviewed the documents, I paid the use Tax and other fees and the DMV provided me with a checklist of items to complete before I can license the car. They also called for, and I received an SB-100 number. The go to person at the Santa Clara DMV is Jody, very knowledgeable, courteous and efficient.
There are lots of threads here on SB-100 and PANAVIA (Steve) is a great local resource.
Rancho is a wonderful place … fond memories as well.