I moved from VA to MD last year. Since my tags expire soon I've had the Z serviced in preparation for the MD state inspection.

Strangely, I was told by the service shop (very, very helpful guys BTW) that since I have aftermarket tint and Eibach springs that my car will automatically fail. The only caveat is that if I can find a MD state trooper who will test my window tint and provide verification that I'm within the limits I can get that part of the inspection waivered. But the springs are still an automatic no-go.

So, if anyone knows of a mod-friendly inspection station near Montgomery County I'd be grateful for that info. Hell, even if it means that I swap the factory springs back on just to pass the inspection.

But I'd rather not do that if you know what I mean.

What suck about all this is that the inspection is a one-off deal. That is, there is no annual reinspection so I could theoretically modify every component of the car after the inspection and not be in violation of the law. Stupid, f'ing legislators!!!

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

Just find someone that will sell you and inspection ticket. the go for about $200. Kinda shady but works!