In a message dated 1/29/01 12:18:04 PM Pacific Standard Time,
jmoscoso@UCCARIBE.EDU writes:

<< I didn't knew illegality was a technical issue...  The problem is
 law-enforcement-agents don't know the difference between the sealed beam and
 H-4 just by looking.   This technicality must be identified in the state
 annual check. >>

Although California has the most difficult emission inspection procedures, we
are thankfully not required to do the vehicle condition inspections that
other states have.

You can drive the worst looking rust bucket in the state as long as pieces
aren't falling off and you can pass the smog check. = )

BenT