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How long does this take?
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Whether you call us, email us, or stop by our office, most transactions only take about 5-10 minutes. We now offer instant processing on many transactions which means that your plates, stickers, and registrations are issued instantly in our office.
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Do I need a smog certificate?
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For gas powered vehicles, smog certificates are required for most (but not all) transfers of ownership and renewals. There are exceptions, but the following covers most situations.
For a transfer of ownership, you do not need a smog if the vehicle is older than 1976 or less than 5 years old.
For a renewal, you are exempt if the vehicle is older than 1976 or less than 7 years old. Also, for a renewal, a smog is due every other year.
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Is the seller or buyer responsible to provide the smog certification?
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The seller is required to provide a smog certificate at the time of sale unless a smog was done for the renewal within the last 90 days. Smog certificates are valid for 90 days.
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I just moved here from another state. How soon do I need to register my car and can you help me?
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Yes. To avoid penalties, it’s very important that you start the registration processing with in 20 days of the date the vehicle enters California.
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How long do I have to transfer ownership of a vehicle that was just purchase?
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If you bought a vehicle with a California title, you need to start the transfer process with in 30 days to avoid penalties. If you bought a vehicle with a title from another state, you have 20 days.
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How much does registration cost?
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Every transaction is different, call us at 800-972-2881 for a quick quote.
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Can you process Permanent Trailer Plates?
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Yes, The DMV charges $38 (plus tax if transferring ownership) and they’re good for 5 years. Give us a call at 800-972-2881 for the details.
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What kind of vehicles can you register?
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We can register any vehicle. Cars, trucks, boats, trailers, RV’s, OHV’s, and more
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Can you do a VIN inspection?
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Yes, we can inspect your VIN at our location or we can come to you if you are in the San Diego or Los Angeles area.
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How much do you charge?
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Our fees are quite reasonable. Most transactions will run about $25 - $45. Some commercial accounts may qualify for special discounts. Call 800-972-2881 for more information.
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