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Originally Posted by techweenie
The CHP will want to verify the VIN hasn't been altered. You leave the original state's plate on, drive to the CHP office (appointments can take weeks) they impound the car, go over it and return it to you in 30 minutes or so.
At least that has been my experience. Once you've jumped through that hoop, DMV takes your money and gives you plates and tags and you're good to go. Last time I did it, the CHP guy was curious about 911s and friendly. Not a bad experience except for the appointment delay. Oh, and there's no charge for the check.
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This brings up a good point. I believe if you go through the DMV, they send you to CHP for VIN check. I've always registered my cars through Auto club and have never been sent to CHP. Rather, the Auto Club tech inspects the VIN and verifies its validity. I don't doubt Techweenie's experiences with CHP and that is another reason why I always went to the Auto Club for registration--timely and easy.