5.2 emission question

[rdk]

I am located in Austin, Tx and just purchased a R8 5.2 from a New Jersey dealer. The car has option 1QE - NE trading region emission. What does this mean and should I have it removed since I am in Texas? Does it negatively impact performance?

[CPBRI]

Don't know, so I guess I'll state the obvious.....ask the dealer in NJ.

[R84ME]

It means your "new" car will pass NE smog requirements. It only applies to new cars sold in the NE states. I don't think there is any difference between R8s sold in the US, it's just a statement that the car specifically meets requirements for those states that do. In reverse, someone in one of those NE states could not register a new car they bought in Texas without the certification. Pre-owned cars from any state can be registered in another as long as they pass any local smog tests, if required.

[rdk]

It means your "new" car will pass NE smog requirements. It only applies to new cars sold in the NE states. I don't think there is any difference between R8s sold in the US, it's just a statement that the car specifically meets requirements for those states that do. In reverse, someone in one of those NE states could not register a new car they bought in Texas without the certification. Pre-owned cars from any state can be registered in another as long as they pass any local smog tests, if required.

Thanks for the clarification.

[R84ME]

Congratulations! Do you have the car yet? Be sure to post some pics!

[rdk]

Congratulations! Do you have the car yet? Be sure to post some pics!

Waiting on transport. I should have it within a week. Will posts pics when it arrives.