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Has anybody noticed that there are SO MANY Arizona cars here in California since yesterday? Question: Since yesterday, I have been seeing SO MANY Arizona cars roaming the streets it's not even funny! I felt like I was in North Carolina seeing so many California cars. Are they running away from SB1070 or what? Obviousman - Actually, we get so many Bakos coming to Pismo Beach. I find it so weird that all these Arizona people started coming yesterday (on the day before SB1070 was to pass.) Answer: We call them zonies, they visit by the thousands every summer to get away from extreme heat, if you go to Coronado island it's even worse, they invade the town, but hey I guess they contribute to better SD's economy. |
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Price Difference In California Cars and Other Cars? Question: I know that California Cars ( the ones that past california emission standards) cost more money than the other cars. Can any one find me a couple numbers to deal with? PLEASE CITE WHERE YOU GOT THE INFORMATION! First helpful answer will win best Answer: That's not necessarily true.. Imports hold more value in Los Angeles than Domestics. But Domestics (especially trucks) hold more value in the mid-west. There are many factors involved in the value (or cost) of an Automobile. Geography, Demographics, Vehicle Type, and purpose are some of the major ones. |
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I need help locating California car clubs that specialize in American Motors cars? Question: I am attracted to Marlins, V-8 Pacer wagons, Metropolitans, and the usual unusual. The more bazzare the deeper the desire. Z Answer: The only one that I know of is based in San Jose, CA. There used to be a American Motors club chapter in San Diego, CA. Now, there are clubs that like Pacers and Metros and the AMX, but I don't know of one that is into Marlins. You can write to me and I'll send you the information that I have; not sure how current it is, but at least it would be a start for you. Best wishes always, a car nut. |
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Where can I find a project truck or car to use to learn about cars in california? Question: I'm looking for a cheap project car not muscle but something like a silverado, dodge ram, Nissan 240sx. Anything sporty and rwd for under $400 in California or Nevada. I would use this car to Learn more about cars. Don't want it to cost billions for parts though Answer: Easy, Craig's List. But $400 is still a bit tight for anything worth spending any time and money on. |
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What is the law in California on cars? Question: Hey, I live in San Diego, California and I was wondering if it was legal to remove my passenger seat. I don't have enough room in my car (05 Civic Ex) to fit a few items and wanted to know if it was okay to remove my front passenger seat. Anyone know if there's a law on this in California? Answer: to my knowledge there is no law on how many seats you have to have in a car as long as the drivers seat is properly mounted. |
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Do cars in California come with different emission equipment than cars in other states.? Question: I live in Texas, I am looking at buying a SUV that was originally sold and titled in California. I have heard that cars that are originally sold in California have different emissions equipment than any other state and that the equipment can actually cause you to get worse gas mileage and add to future repair bills, is this true? Answer: Yes, it is true they have additional equipment. I haven't heard anything about it causing worse gas mileage, and think that would actually defeat much of the purpose! The should be running cleaner and more efficiently if anything. If you even have an emissions test in Texas, it *could* make it harder to pass, depending on what your test involved, but I really doubt it's worth worrying about. |
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How often do cars in California require a smog check for DMV registration? Question: I bought a used car (2004 model) in May 2010 and had it smog checked and registered the car at California Department of Motor Vehicles. For the registration renewel, it says I must get a smog check before the new tags are sent this January 2011. Is this correct? Answer: Is every 2 years. Make an appointment online to a DMV office a bring your last smog certificate. Fight this one |
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What happened to the electric cars in California? Question: They seemed like they were really pushing and fighting to get some electric cars going in california back in 2001 or so. What happened? Did the federal govt stop it or something? why? yeah I am sure they were not perfect back then, but imagine what advancements could have been made in 7 years of building more and more of them? Who killed this idea? why was the electric car killed? by whom? why? details please. Answer: Electric cars were part of the goals for a certain percentage of Zero Emission Vehicles or Ultra Low Emission Vehicles....I'm never sure which category they belong to. The state had a fixed goal of a certain percentage of each. Technology did not seem to be keeping up, and the broad appeal of Hybrids meant the state was substantially meeting its goals of reducing greenhouse gases from vehicles. btw calling electric vehicles ZEV's is a bit of a misnomer since we simply move the emissions from the tailpipe to the smokestack of the electric generating plant. |
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Why am I seeing more out-of-state cars in California? Question: In this time of recession? Isn't California more expensive than from where you came? A few years ago it would be rare to see 2 cars with out-of-state plates in one day. Today I would say I saw about 15, and that's probably the average from the past weeks. Answer: A lot of people who would normally go on an international trip are staying in the U.S. and vacationing in the warmer states instead and they're saving money by driving and not flying here as well. |
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Taxing people who own hybrid Cars in California? Question: I have heard on and off that California is thinking about taxing people who own Hybrid Cars. Since people are not buying enough Gas and the Govn't has to come up with new ways to make money. I seen and heared this Statement from couple of people. Can anyone tell me where I can find an article on this, Taxing people who own Hybrid Cars. I know that there is incentive but not a tax on owning one. Answer: Just another example of how insane our government is. Shouldn't the state of California be giving hybrids TAX BREAKS instead of tax increases since they're more fuel efficient? The Republican party strikes again! It's so discouraging! Tax those Hummers and 1000 sq.ft. Homes-on-Wheels to the point of bankruptcy! Their ego inflated owners need to be either taxed or shamed off the roads! That's my answer to the problem. |