Buying out of state Cobra and reg. in California without paperwork.

Andydna15 · #1 (**permalink**) 02-21-2020, 10:10 PM

Hi guys, I have a few questions and was hoping some of you could share your knowledge. I’m looking to purchase a Cobra but the SB-100 process ( i live in California) has me a bit worried. There are a couple of Cobras out of state that I’m interested in. One of them is registered as a 65 Cobra in Az but does not have any of the original paperwork ( receipts, original build papers). Would I be able to purchase the car and run it through the SB-100 process without proof of build? Is there a reliable source I can call?. I was thinking of calling the DMV but afraid I may get an incorrect answer from someone that’s not familiar with the process. I really appreciate any help I can get. Thanks

FredG · #2 (**permalink**) 02-22-2020, 11:44 AM

This is a common topic. Take a look at this and others.

Important questions about registration in California

Fred

6TNCRZY · #3 (**permalink**) 02-22-2020, 01:07 PM

My brother has ERA649 for sale, registered in California 2 months ago as 1966 Cobra. It is a beautiful car, there is a picture in my album.

ERA 626 · #4 (**permalink**) 02-22-2020, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 6TNCRZY

My brother has ERA649 for sale, registered in California 2 months ago as 1966 Cobra. It is a beautiful car, there is a picture in my album.

CA car registered as a 1966 cobra? or SB-100? Please be clear on this... I have been told that a cobra registered as a 1966 or 1965 is worth a LOT more to buyers over sea...

6TNCRZY · #5 (**permalink**) 02-22-2020, 03:45 PM

It is registered as a 1966 Cobra and the VIN is ERA649