Other State Registration
Sorry if this has been covered but I need some info on registering a new RV in a state other than that in which I live. Specifically, the dealer in NM from whom I bought my RV says I can save some ...
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If the OP was never going to bring the RV into Idaho, it would be different. However, he stated that he will have the RV in Idaho for at least 51% of the time (suggesting that the rest of the time, he would be traveling in it).
In addition, New Mexico's MVD states that 2 forms of "proof of NM residency" are required in order to register a vehicle in New Mexico. California DMV does not indicate any such requirement. The obvious reason for that is because New Mexico does not allow non-residents to register their vehicles (military personnel being an identified exception), while California will happily take your fees regardless of where you're from.
In addition, New Mexico's MVD states that 2 forms of "proof of NM residency" are required in order to register a vehicle in New Mexico. California DMV does not indicate any such requirement. The obvious reason for that is because New Mexico does not allow non-residents to register their vehicles (military personnel being an identified exception), while California will happily take your fees regardless of where you're from.
