If you’ve been following my blogs, one of my first items posted was the 58 simple steps to build your roadster. Step 1.1 is determining what is required to title/register the car here in Kommifornia, um California.
I found this lovely site on the CA DMV: Registration Requirements for Home Made Specially Constructed or Kit Vehicles and I meet the initial requirements!
A “home-made, specially constructed, or kit vehicle” is a vehicle that is built for private use, not for resale, and is not constructed by a licensed manufacturer or re-manufacturer. These vehicles may be built from a kit, new or used parts, a combination of new and used parts, or a vehicle reported for dismantling (junked) that, when reconstructed, does not resemble the original make of the vehicle that was dismantled.
The Registration Requirements are:
- A completed Application for Title or Registration (REG 343).
- A vehicle verification done by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). You must start your application with the DMV prior to contacting the CHP for a vehicle verification.
- A completed Statement of Construction (REG 5036).
- Proof of ownership, such as invoices, receipts, manufacturers’ certificates of origin, bills of sale, or junk receipts for the major component parts (engine, frame, transmission, and body).
- Official brake and light adjustment certificates. When an official brake and light station that inspects specific vehicles such as motorcycles and large commercial vehicles is not located within a reasonable distance, DMV will accept a Statement of Facts (REG 256) from a repair shop attesting that the brakes and lights are in proper working order.
- A weight certificate for commercial vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or less.
- An emission control inspection (smog check) by a Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Referee Station. Click here for information on SPCNS Certificates of Sequence . To make an appointment call 1-800-622-7733.
- Visit your local DMV to begin the application process, make an Appointment(s) for faster service.
- … and of course All fees due.
So I have a little homework to do… but tomorrow my son and I are flying to Detroit to attend the Factory Five Build School! I will report back soon!
