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sky_free
Explorer
Aug 04, 2014

Truck registration in California

I have a 2012 F350 DRW which I bought used in February. The registration was still valid, so I didn't have to pay for it at the time. It was registered with commercial plates and a max GVWR of 10K (which is obviously too low now).

So now I got the renewal and it is $555. How are other forum members from California registering your trucks? Is it possible to do something else and save some $. I'm trying to avoid the inevitable confusing runaround I will get if I call the DMV. Is there a non-commercial option that is cheaper?
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  • roamermatt's avatar
    roamermatt
    Explorer
    Aug 04, 2014
    Looks like the DMV rules might allow you to register your truck noncommercial. Details here.
  • Turtle_n_Peeps's avatar
    Turtle_n_Peeps
    Explorer
    Aug 04, 2014
    You can put non commercial plates on your truck and it will be a lot cheaper but if you are caught hauling a can of beans in the bed or hauling your trailer around it is a BIG fine.

    It is what it is. Your choice.

    Here is a kicker for you. My buddy has a Vega panel. (you know, a station wagon with steel panels where the back windows are. You guessed it..............the powers that be in Kalifornia says it's a truck!! No BS........he has to reg it as a truck!

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