To make a salvage car road-legal again, you must transition its status to a :

: Collect and keep all receipts for parts used during the repair process.

: Most insurers will not cover a vehicle with a salvage title. Even after it is rebuilt and inspected, getting coverage can be difficult and expensive as companies view these vehicles as high-risk.

: The car must pass a CHP (California Highway Patrol) salvage inspection and a standard Smog Check .

: The vehicle must be completely repaired to safe operating condition.

: A salvage vehicle is not legal to drive on California roads until it has been fully repaired and cleared by the DMV.