03-22-2018, 02:59 PM
Never thought about the emissions issue. I did speak to someone at the California DMV. I was told that I can transfer the title to my name in California for $ 15. without registering it. By transferring the title the car immediately is recorded in your name, similar to a deed to a house. The CSR said that in the case of any "issues" there will be no question that the vehicle is your property even if you lost your paperwork and it will also be easier to insure it.