JKerrigan Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Dear knowledgeable and patient USA7s members located in NJ, After a 12 month (!) build process, I took delivery of a new CSR 260 on Wednesday. Foolishly, I had not used the prior 12 months wisely to fully understand the trials and tribulations of registering a Caterham in NJ. I knew that I would have to jump through hoops, but the more I'm reading the more concerned I'm getting... The last guidance I could find on this forum, while excellent and detailed, was written at the end of 2009. I suspect much may have changed in the previous 5 years. Has anyone registered a new Caterham in NJ recently and are able to share their experience on how to navigate through the process? I hope you good folk can assist me and look forward to perhaps meeting at a future rally locally. Last Caterham I owned was a 1700 Cross Flow in 1995-99, when I lived in the UK. Registration was a breeze there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Well this is a good news and bad news type of first posting... Firstly, welcome to the forum. Secondly, congratulations on your new CSR. As an owner I can say it is an amazing car. I have been very happy with mine. Thirdly, NJ registration....sigh....the difficulties that has caused. My first recommendation is talk to the NJ MVC. There is a guy in Trenton who deals in special registrations. Talk to him by phone and talk through the registration process. There is an information packet they can send you with the relevant forms - you should get that before you start trying to title or do anything. Then, forearmed with that knowledge, I would PM MrMustang on this forum since he has admitted himself to be the expert at getting cars through the NJ MVC special vehicle registration process. He has not put a new Caterham or any seven through the process but I defer to his superior knowledge of dealing with the NJ MVC. Hopefully he can fill in the details missing from the packet for you. It is supposed to be an easy process but that is not my experience... Sent you a PM to chat offline by phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcarguy Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Welcome aboard, JKerrigan . . . and good luck with the registration. :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky dawg Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 I believe Jeffs is in NJ and reg'd his 500 about a year ago. Try sending him a message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKerrigan Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 I believe Jeffs is in NJ and reg'd his 500 about a year ago. Try sending him a message. Will do. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SK400 Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 JKerrigan I sent you a PM on the topic. An idea / option that may help you. Seb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Will do. Thanks. Happy to help if I can. I doubt I can add anything to what Croc will tell you though, he was a huge help for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKerrigan Posted October 15, 2014 Author Share Posted October 15, 2014 All I want to thank you all for your help and advice on this topic - both on the forum and off. I'm pleased to report that I now have a licensed CSR in NJ and have just run it in - in time for the winter recess... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1Steve Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 All I want to thank you all for your help and advice on this topic - both on the forum and off. I'm pleased to report that I now have a licensed CSR in NJ and have just run it in - in time for the winter recess... Great News..... come on now, we still have some play time. BucksCounty Covered Bridge Tour is this Sat. I'm not sure were in NJ your located . You are most welcome to join us.. Let me know !!!! Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Excellent news! Never too late in the season for a drive! :seeya: Steve - I would join you if I had a functional right foot but alas!:bs: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1Steve Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Excellent news! Never too late in the season for a drive! :seeya: Steve - I would join you if I had a functional right foot but alas!:bs: Croc , I have a open seat if you want... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 (edited) Hi Guys, New member here. I just purchased a 2003 Caterham SV Duratec 2.3L from PA and would like to register it in NJ. Any new info? Did JKerrigan get his done?? Edited November 17, 2015 by John B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Congratulations John on your new purchase. Just sent you a PM to take the discussion offline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmustang Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Is the car titled as a "Specialty Construction" vehicle with a PA supplied VIN (usually start with SW then a bunch of numbers). Sadly, in a PA to NJ title swap, whatever the title states is what the NJ title will also state as both are reciprocal in their title paperwork. Only if the car was titled as a "Specialty Construction", with the year left blank (hit and miss in PA) would you have a chance of a "dated" title. I would not worry too much, as there are several "private" inspection stations that will be able to get the car legally through the emissions inspection of the state with tweaks to the engine management system during testing. Where in NJ are you located, as that too will make a difference as to where to point you in a direction. Regards, Bill S. Hi Guys, New member here. I just purchased a 2003 Caterham SV Duratec 2.3L from PA and would like to register it in NJ. Any new info? Did JKerrigan get his done?? The car is titled as a 2003 Lotus, but does not have a cat, so I think there could be trouble ahead. Could I attempt to register it as a '65 Lotus? Worst case I could go Montana... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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