How long do you plan keeping the car? If it's a beater(I have no clue) then there is a one time inspection sticker exemption from the RMV. All you need is receipts showing you made an effort to fix or correct the problem and the cost is so prohibitive that it exceeds the value of the car. This is mostly aimed at students who have little money and the cars usually last less than 1 year. I learned about this at a training class last year and don't know anyone personally who has used or tried to use it yet.
But I agree, the sticker inspection process really stinks. My new truck was almost rejected because I had the windows tinted. It's a crap shoot every time.
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