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[jettaglsturbo]

I know it's been a while. I am buying a car from New York. Its a 2002 1.8T. Is there anything I need to do before I can drive it? Sorry if it's a stupid question, but I don't know. It will probably be shipped.

[Smokestack]

Coming from out of state you'll need a VIN inspection done by one of our state troopers. Outside of that, register it.

[jettaglsturbo]

How do I make arrangements for them to do it? Does it cost, and how much?

[Smokestack]

Talk to the DMV. They'll be able to tell you specifically what to do. I know you will need to make an appointment with a state trooper when you get the paperwork from the DMV. They should be able to give you a temp tag for a few days to get this done. I have no idea how much it will cost.

[SwiftMKIII]

Vin verification used to be like $5.  Back when they did emissions

[sad_rocc]

I need a road trip. Have me drive it out to you.

In Steamboat I've had the DMV people walk outside with me and look at the VIN themselves, but I'm guessing metro DMV's are too busy for that kind of thing. It's a very simple deal if you go with the state police, they just look at the vin, look at the title and sign a slip of paper. Nothing you really need a appointment for, just call ahead so you aren't sitting at the station for ages.

[jettaglsturbo]

Well thanks for the info guys. I don't think I'll need it. Since I can't get a hold of him at all. Tried for the past 2 days. Thanks again.

[Gallep]

I got my USP on eBay.  I flew out to Ohio and drove it back.  At the time I was living in Greeley and the DMV dude just walked out and verified the VIN.  It's a small town convenience I guess.