Yes, you will need to have your 1996 Honda Accord smog checked before you
can legally sell it. It appears you live in a county which falls under the
"Change-of-Ownership" requirement. This means a smog check for you Honda is
not required biennially, but it is required when you plan on selling it. The smog certificate which will be issued to your Honda will be valid for 90 days for registration purposes.
posted by SmogTips Support