How to avoid emissions testing?
I have a 2006 Ford Mustang Gt, completely built up with every aftermarket part you could think of, but it didn't pass emissions due to not having cats or o2 sensors running, it would cost $3000+ to get it running legally, I'm in northern Illinois. Do I have any options? Are there any ways of selling this car if it won't pass? Could I maybe sell it to my mom (I live with her) and buy me another year until I go to college which will be a place without emissions testing. Any other options are appreciated!
If it's not legal for you, then what would change if you sold it to her? I live in the way south corner of Nevada, close to both Arizona & California. I know some people who keep a small apartment here in Nevada so they can register their cars here instead of in California. Also, 'some' states have a repair maximum that you would have to pay to repair a non-compliant car. After you spend this amount, if the car still doesn't pass, you get a 'by' & get your plates. The next time your inspection comes-up, the same thing applies… That might allow you to limp-by until college…
Why would your mom want a car that she couldn't drive or title? You could try to sell it to someone who lives in an area where they don't do emissions testing. I don't have cats on my GT either, but it's not an issue because there's no emissions testing where I live.
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