Sorry..you put "private dealer". Is he a dealer or a Private Party? For the future it would help to know what state you are in. Not all states offer temp tags. The dealer made a sale. Ask him to drive it home for you with his dealer plates on. Better yet, you should insure and register it.
Laws on this vary from state to state. I would recommend checking with your local DMV.
You can't drive anunlicensed car. You should either get a ride to the BMV or contact the local authorities and have them escort you to a BMV. Does the car have it's needed papers. If it doesn't have its state issued qualifications met it would be a waste of time for you to go to the BMV at all.
If you already have insurance and trade in your car you have 10 days to notify your insurance company or your new car will not be covered.
Through AAA Office you can register and get a temporary license plate. I think you can!!!!!
You can get Utah temp plates at the following sites dmv.utah.gov/registration/temporary-permits , search.dmv.org/DMV/Utah/temporary-tags I hope this helps you out on this matter.
because your thermostat is opening and closing as the engine temp. fluctuates
That light comes on when the outside temp sensor shows that the temp is near freezing.
Yes. Under California Vehicle Code 22651(o) a vehicle on city streets with an expire registration more than 6months and 1day can be impounded. I suggest you always get a Temp. Reg from the DMV this way PD or any enforcement agency would have to wait another six months from the date of your temp. reg. number.
When the temp rises and falls , it is almost always a head gasket.
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