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It has to do with the fact that the cars were turnkey completed cars by the manufacturer. That is why all the replica companies will sell kits and turn-key minus then you finish and it is a "special construction".

All the cars the big three put out are subject to safety and smog certifications. They are complete cars built in current day.
When the continuation cars were offered they were complete and ready to drive off the lot which is why CA said no way they must comply with current standards.

Scott