What are unlawful vehicle modifications in California?
I’m moving to California soon, but I’m worried about my car. I love to work on cars and I did most of the modifications on my car myself. What vehicle modifications are considered unlawful in California?
has strict laws on modifying cars, so take a look at the following list of prohibited modifications to plan your next steps:
Exhaust modifications
Dark window tint
Red, blue, or amber window tint
Red lights at the front of a car
TV screens on the driver’s side
Passenger vehicle height above 27 inches
Engine modifications
Hanging anything from the rearview mirror
Colorful license plates
Following these rules may not be fun, but it will keep you out of any unnecessary trouble. Plus, there are still plenty of legal modifications you can add!
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