Selling a vehicle that won't pass emissions

[SideShow Bob]

Pretty sure they now will not pass a vehicle that has an active CEL.

This is true, had a kid working with us and passed the sniffer and other parts of the emissions, but failed due to the CEL, he reached up under the dash and pulled the lamp, went back a few days later and passed..........

[J]

False. I just passed 4 days ago with CEL on.

The just note it on the report. If the sniffer passes, you pass.

[hurley842002]

False. I just passed 4 days ago with CEL on.

The just note it on the report. If the sniffer passes, you pass.

My experience as well..

[CHA-LEE]

Just fix it so the Check Engine light is off and can pass emissions. You will get a lot more out of it when you sell it verses trying to sell it as a "Parts" car.

[kwando]

http://aircarecolorado.com/fail-and-...-engine-light/

Effective April 1, 2003, an illuminated "check engine" light is no longer a mandatory pass/fail component of the emissions testing process. If the "check engine" light is illuminated, it is noted on the vehicle inspection report each motorist receives at the end of the emissions testing procedure. However, it is an informational tool for the motorist, rather than a reason for failure.

[kidicarus13]

http://aircarecolorado.com/fail-and-...-engine-light/

Effective April 1, 2003, an illuminated "check engine" light is no longer a mandatory pass/fail component of the emissions testing process. If the "check engine" light is illuminated, it is noted on the vehicle inspection report each motorist receives at the end of the emissions testing procedure. However, it is an informational tool for the motorist, rather than a reason for failure.

Facts are boring. All the speculation was more entertaining.

[Great-Kazoo]

Facts are boring. All the speculation was more entertaining.

Why don't you start a price gouging or political thread, Heretic

[86k10]

I sold a truck that wouldn't pass emissions and the guy knew it. I put on the bill of sale "As Is, Where Is , Tow Away, No Emissions". I got the idea from buying a tow-a-way from a dealer, which is my current truck. I can't imagine being held responsible for the emissions with a bill of sale like that.

[newracer]

Same topic came up on another forum I frequent. I looked at the CRS and the emissions statute states that any vehicle sold that is "roadworthy" must have an emissions test. So I would think as long as you state that the vehicle is being sold as not "roadworthy" you would be ok.

(15) "Roadworthy" means a condition in which a motor vehicle has sufficient power and is fit to operate on the roads and highways of this state after visual inspection by appropriate law enforcement authorities. In order to be roadworthy, such vehicle, in accord with its design and use, shall have all major parts and systems permanently attached and functioning and shall not be repaired in such a manner as to make the vehicle unsafe. For purposes of this subsection (15), "major parts and systems" shall include, but not be limited to, the body of a motor vehicle with related component parts, engine, transmission, tires, wheels, seats, exhaust, brakes, and all other equipment required by Colorado law for the particular vehicle.

[Doubleajaybrock]

Disconnect the battery to clear the light and Replace the plugs and wires and cap/rotor. Hopefully that will take car of the misfire. Also use a new air filter and a can of BG 44k and a entire tank of 91 octane.