Moving to CA, do I need new exhaust system? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

pwner4once · 01-22-2013, 03:51 AM

Hi guys,

I will be moving to California from Texas and was wondering if it is necessary for me to get new exhaust system in order to satisfy California's strict vehicle requirements/laws.
Sorry if this is kind of an obvious thing but I simply just didn't find anything specific with my google-fu =/
My vehicle is a BMW 328i 2008 Coupe.
It was first picked up in North Carolina.

Thanks!

Amini77 · 01-22-2013, 03:53 AM

Where are you moving to here in CA? Anywhere near LA nahhh

pwner4once · 01-22-2013, 04:39 AM

San Diego.
I was actually in LA the other day, CA is a beautiful place.

Amini77 · 01-22-2013, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by pwner4once

San Diego.
I was actually in LA the other day, CA is a beautiful place.

too bad this state is going down the toilet...

Verbatim · 01-22-2013, 04:54 AM

Doesn't the new emissions testing just check the engine light + a visual for cats?
I'm no expert.

VTECaddict · 01-22-2013, 05:05 AM

If its stock then it'll be fine. If aftermarket then it'll be fine as long as the cats are untouched.

Turb0Surge · 01-22-2013, 10:00 AM

^what that guy said.

Jgcdude1 · 01-22-2013, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Amini77

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwner4once

San Diego.
I was actually in LA the other day, CA is a beautiful place.

too bad this state is going down the toilet...

What he said...

chazzz · 01-22-2013, 11:04 AM

I believe that our BMWs are 50 state/California certified. See the link:

http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures...cts/ffvr29.htm

Lift your hood and check the label.

BOBKUR · 01-22-2013, 11:06 AM

As long as you have not removed the cat or other emission items you will be O.K.

marine24 · 01-22-2013, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwner4once

Hi guys,

I will be moving to California from Texas and was wondering if it is necessary for me to get new exhaust system in order to satisfy California's strict vehicle requirements/laws.
Sorry if this is kind of an obvious thing but I simply just didn't find anything specific with my google-fu =/
My vehicle is a BMW 328i 2008 Coupe.
It was first picked up in North Carolina.

Thanks!

as long as the exhaust is a catback (i.e. does't remove any of the original emissions equipment) then your fine. You will need to have the stock air box to pass the visual inspection as well. Nothing can be aftermarket unless it is CARB (California Air Resource Board) approved; in which case it'll have an exemption number on it.

sammy_0559 · 01-22-2013, 11:23 AM

Keep your Texas plates and state inspection

e90328i · 01-22-2013, 11:39 AM

I failed smog today for intake... ca new laws require carb sticker on aftermarket intake. I had to replace with stock to pass.

nbkkvv5 · 01-22-2013, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by pwner4once

Hi guys,

I will be moving to California from Texas and was wondering if it is necessary for me to get new exhaust system in order to satisfy California's strict vehicle requirements/laws.
Sorry if this is kind of an obvious thing but I simply just didn't find anything specific with my google-fu =/
My vehicle is a BMW 328i 2008 Coupe.
It was first picked up in North Carolina.

Thanks!

Like everyone else said, as long as as long as the exhaust is a catback and you have the stock air box or a CARB approved intake, then your ok. Here's a couple of tips for you as well:
1. Check your local paper for smog coupons. Ca does not have set pricing so it pays to shop around.
2. Make an appointment with the local DMV office as it will move you through the lines much quicker than a "walk-in"

01-22-2013, 03:51 AM	#1
pwner4once New Member Drives: BMW 328i Coupe / 07 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	Moving to CA, do I need new exhaust system? Hi guys, I will be moving to California from Texas and was wondering if it is necessary for me to get new exhaust system in order to satisfy California's strict vehicle requirements/laws. Sorry if this is kind of an obvious thing but I simply just didn't find anything specific with my google-fu =/ My vehicle is a BMW 328i 2008 Coupe. It was first picked up in North Carolina. Thanks!
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01-22-2013, 03:53 AM	#2
Amini77 Colonel Drives: SGM E90 330xi Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tarzana, CA Posts: 2,491 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330XI [0.00]	Where are you moving to here in CA? Anywhere near LA nahhh __________________ Instagram: amini77

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Verbatim Colonel Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Santa Clarita Posts: 2,554 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [5.00]	Doesn't the new emissions testing just check the engine light + a visual for cats? I'm no expert. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i Sedan \| Sparkling Graphite \| Sport \| Premium \| Navigation \| Comfort Access \| Logic7 Golf Tee \| M3 Trunk Spoiler \| LED Angel Eyes \| 5000k Fogs \| Resonator Delete \| Black Kidney Grills \| Black Finisher Rods \| 35%/18% Tint \| Sealer Lip \| 12mm/20mm (F/R) Spacers \| White Wheels \| Black Lines

01-22-2013, 05:05 AM	#6
VTECaddict Where'd my VTEC go? Drives: 06 330i 6MT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 4,036 iTrader: (3)	If its stock then it'll be fine. If aftermarket then it'll be fine as long as the cats are untouched. __________________ AW/Terra \| ZSP \| ZPP \| ZCW \| iDrive \| CA Mods: KW V2 \| OEM Blacklines \| M-tech rear \| custom dual exhaust \| M3 steering wheel \| BMW SSK \| ZHP shift knob \| BMW Performance rep spoiler Varrstoen ES1 19x9.5+20 Front, 19x11+25 rear

01-22-2013, 10:00 AM	#7
Turb0Surge Major Drives: BLACK e90 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lincoln, CA Posts: 1,283 iTrader: (0)	^what that guy said. __________________

01-22-2013, 04:39 AM	#3
pwner4once New Member Drives: BMW 328i Coupe / 07 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	San Diego. I was actually in LA the other day, CA is a beautiful place.

01-22-2013, 11:04 AM	#9
chazzz Captain Drives: BMW 335i Sedan Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 626 iTrader: (3)	I believe that our BMWs are 50 state/California certified. See the link: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/brochures...cts/ffvr29.htm Lift your hood and check the label. __________________ 2007 BMW 335i Sedan, Montego Blue with Lemon seats, AluFelgen CS7 rims & Continental DW tires

01-22-2013, 11:06 AM	#10
BOBKUR Major Drives: 2008 E 90 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: CALIFORNIA Posts: 1,211 iTrader: (2)	As long as you have not removed the cat or other emission items you will be O.K.

01-22-2013, 11:23 AM	#12
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01-22-2013, 11:39 AM	#13
e90328i First Lieutenant Drives: 07 E90 335i Join Date: May 2011 Location: socal Posts: 374 iTrader: (4)	I failed smog today for intake... ca new laws require carb sticker on aftermarket intake. I had to replace with stock to pass. __________________ ________________________________________ 07 e90 335i/ COBB

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