[wrogers55]

I'm not on a bandwagon here, just providing information (actually I'm not smart enough to even find the wagon).

The car discussed below as originally registered in Virginia as a 2006 year - 1965 Ford Cobra. The word "Replica' was not on the title but date of manufacture was, as 2006. Model description on the Virginia title was "Manufacturer which I'm not going to list" and "1965 Ford Cobra". No one at the Gilroy DMV was known personally and everyone involved was ready for a long battle and probable failure to transfer the title as is. Then it just happened as stated below. The new CA title looks nothing like the old Virginia title and all mouths were just kept shut on the owners side, out of sheer fear at that time. Did ask about any future inspections (smog) and was told none would be required. Later, holding breath, personal plates were ordered and no problems at all. Been years now, including insurance and no issues. So, this one worked well, but it's starting to sound like one mis-step and you may never find your way back. What a shame we have let our "car guys" state come to this. Vote when you can, as many times as you can!

The original post:

Someone I know very "closely" bought just such a car, Virginia registration as a 1965 Ford Cobra, listed one of the South Africa manufacturer's VIN numbers and such, and was in and out of Ca DMV in 20 minutes. Car is now registered as a SPCN, 1st Year Sold as 0000 on the title......and so on. Lady smiled and said you are all set and you will only be required to renew you tags as necessary.

My "friend" was stupid enough to ask, what about smog and such, and she said you are not required to do anything else now or in the future. For several tag cycles, no requirements of any kind.

My "friend" used the Gilroy, Ca DMV.