He is required to smog it before selling it.Brice Peters wrote:the guys selling it wants to sell the car without smogging it.
"The seller is required to provide the buyer with a valid smog inspection certification at the time of the sale or transfer. Smog certifications are good for 90 days from the date of issuance. "
http://www.dmv.ca.gov/vr/smogfaq.htm#BM2537
Don't be fooled by the guy, it's the rules. He can't legally sell the car without smogging it first.
