New forum group, Nor-Cal Mopars

Do I understand he has a title signed by the seller and the car hasnt been registered in 100 years?
If CA DMV has no record of the car they will want a VIN Verification. I use ASAP Lein Sales for VIN indpections. Waaay faster and easier than taking the car to DMV or CHP. For @ $100 they send an inspector to you.
They understand our shorter vin #s, and wanted an engine in the car(at least sitting in the engine bay) but didnt check engine # last time I used them.
Just in case, buyer should get the seller to fill out a Statement of Facts form to establish that the car was non operational and stored indoors on private property all these years to avoid DMV extorting back registration fees.
ASAP Lien Sales - Car/Boat Lien Sale - DMV Vehicle Verifiers