New Member and New Owner of an 'Old' Kit

[SteveG23]

I had already checked with the DMV on the title and registration process for the build (a friend of the family is also a supervisor at the local DMV which helps). I knew going in that there was not a MOC and that is why my offer was way below the asking price for the kit - $1k - along with the age of the kit, potential missing parts, manufacturer out of business, etc.

I explained the lack of a MOC to the DMV and I was told it can still be approved as a homemade vehicle as long as I show all the major receipts for any items included as part of the build. A friend of mine did a Lambo last year without a MOC and got it titled/reg so at least I know someone that did it first hand. As with anything dealing with government, there is still a risk - as well as the usually frustrating 3 month process while the paperwork sits on someone's desk waiting for approval. Worst case, I move to another state that will register the car - I am sick of NY taxes anyway. Fingers crossed.....

[Mark IV]

The people who handle the paperwork in Albany are good people and are just working the framework that they are given.

IMPORTANT: If you attempt to "fool" them or hide facts, it will NOT go well. If you are forthright and ask for guidance they will be helpful and even give you some leeway on certain items/documents.

As a manager at NHTSA once told me "no bureaucrat ever got in trouble for saying NO!"......don't give them the ammunition to say "no"....give them what they want or the best effort to do so and you will be pleased.