Unfortunately you will not be able to qualify for CAP $500.00 repair
assistance because as you mentioned this 1988 Honda Accord is not in your
name. You should know however that California law requires the seller of a
car to provide a passing smog check certificate at the time of sale. It
might be too late now, but you may want to contact the seller. As far as
repair assistance... At this point should you choose not to contact the
seller, getting your 1988 Honda Accord to pass the smog check with any
needed repair will be your responsibility. The CAP program is only available
to vehicle owners who've owned their cars for at least 2 years.
posted by SmogTips Support
