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In Reply to: Also ............more! posted by Pat P on May 13, 2001 at 06:59:51:
Has anybody had any experience registering a non-federalized M6 in NY State? I'm interested in one for sale in my area. There's no DOT paperwork, just a valid NJ title. The current owner claims it has a catalytic converter. I don't believe the car was ever registered before in NY or NJ. What's the best thing to do? The VIN# is not traceable I guess since its a Euro model. Thanks.
Chances are the car HAS been EPA/DOT'ed. The paperwork is important for the state DMV (and the out of state inspection) if you want smooth sailing through the red tape of euro car titling and emissions testing. If the conversion paperwork has been lost proof of conversion and copies can be obtained by Dick Merritt@ 202-366-5300.
Also I wouldn't say it's impossible to have a US title to a NON US legal euro car. Seems to me some states like Georgia for cars over 15-20 years old only require a bill of sale w/the VIN listed on it for issuing a new US title.
To check for US compliance look for DOT approved windshield glass (side windows are hardly ever replaced), steel bars in the doors and front & rear bumper area. Cat converter, added safety lights on front and rear sides of fenders etc....US approved DOT headlights (very rarely does someone replace the tailights w/US counterparts) and possibly a US mph speedo etc....
WH
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