I looked into the Nissan diesel and i've heard good things about the engine, however, I really like the MB engine and would just dig having a MB powered nissan, besides, I need a good project to help keep me sane.
So, as far as the Cali emissions stuff goes, I think I'll just register it as a diesel, and hope they go for it, (it's presently registered in Washington state).

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